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Governor Greg Abbott has announced the appointment of Grace Yocum to the OneStar National Service Commission, with her term set to conclude on March 15, 2026.

Governor Abbott reappoints Jon Keeney to board overseeing Harris County ports

Governor Greg Abbott has announced the reappointment of Jon Keeney to the Board of Pilot Commissioners for Harris County Ports.

Abbott promotes school choice at special education academy in Plano

Governor Abbott visited St. Timothy Christian Academy in Plano, where he engaged with students with special needs, their parents, and educators.

Governor Abbott celebrates Texas economic achievements at Dallas luncheon

Governor Greg Abbott highlighted Texas' economic achievements at a Nasdaq luncheon in Dallas, celebrating the state's growth and opportunities.

Governor Abbott seeks SBA aid following Welder Fire impact

Governor Greg Abbott has sought a disaster declaration from the U.S. Small Business Administration (SBA) for South Texas communities affected by the Welder Fire earlier this month.

Governor Abbott announces virtual film-friendly workshop for community leaders

Governor Greg Abbott, in collaboration with the Texas Film Commission, has announced a virtual workshop aimed at communities across Texas.

Nominations open for 2025 Texas Women’s Hall Of Fame

Governor Greg Abbott has announced that nominations are now open for the 2025 Texas Women’s Hall of Fame.

Governor Abbott secures federal assistance for Double S fire response

Governor Greg Abbott announced that the Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) has approved a Fire Management Assistance Grant for the Double S Fire in Hutchinson County.

Governor Abbott announces upcoming summit series for Texas small businesses

Governor Greg Abbott has announced that the first Governor’s Small Business Summit of 2025 will take place in Uvalde on March 27.

U.S. lawmakers reintroduce FIGHT China Act to limit investment aiding CCP

By Houston Daily | Mar 21, 2025

U.S. Congressmen Michael McCaul, Andy Barr, and John Moolenaar have reintroduced the Foreign Investment Guardrails to Help Thwart (FIGHT) China Act.

Nehls urges Senate action on Medal of Honor Act for veteran support

By Houston Daily | Mar 21, 2025

Congressman Troy E. Nehls (R-TX-22) has called on the United States Senate to pass the Medal of Honor Act, a bill he authored which aims to increase financial support for living Medal of Honor recipients.

Texas sets new employment records with largest labor force in history

By Houston Daily | Mar 20, 2025

Texas has set new records in employment, with the state achieving unprecedented numbers in total jobs, the number of Texans employed, and the size of its labor force.

U.S. denies Mexico's non-treaty water request; De La Cruz praises decision

By Houston Daily | Mar 20, 2025

Today, Congresswoman Monica De La Cruz of Texas issued a statement following the U.S. State Department's Bureau of Western Hemisphere Affairs' decision to deny Mexico's request for water not covered by treaty obligations.

Congressman McCaul comments on George Glezmann's release from Afghanistan

By Houston Daily | Mar 20, 2025

U.S. Congressman Michael McCaul has expressed relief over the release of American citizen George Glezmann, who was held by the Taliban in Afghanistan for more than two years.

Operation Lone Star seizes $6 million worth of cocaine in Hidalgo County

Governor Greg Abbott, the Texas Department of Public Safety (DPS), and the Texas National Guard are collaborating with the Trump Administration to enhance border security.

Governor Abbott reappoints six members to Texas School Safety Center Board

Governor Greg Abbott has announced the reappointment of six individuals to the Texas School Safety Center Board.

Governor Abbott activates emergency resources for critical wildfire threat

Governor Greg Abbott has directed the Texas Division of Emergency Management (TDEM) to mobilize additional state emergency response resources due to anticipated wildfire threats in West Texas and other parts of the state.

Governor Abbott appoints Bill Harris to 62nd Judicial District Court

Governor Greg Abbott has appointed Bill Harris as the judge of the 62nd Judicial District Court.

Texas farmers receive $280 million in USDA aid

Congresswoman Monica De La Cruz, representing Texas's 15th district, announced the deployment of $280 million in aid funds for South Texas farmers.

Abbott orders probe into alleged social transitioning at Bellaire High School