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Governor Abbott calls for reform on Texas bail system

Governor Greg Abbott convened a roundtable and press conference in Houston to address concerns about Texas' bail system.


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Texas wins 2025 Prosperity Cup for attracting new business investments

Texas has been recognized by Site Selection magazine with the 2025 Prosperity Cup, ranking as the top state for attracting new business investments.


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Governor Abbott appoints new president and reappoints members to River Authority Board

Governor Greg Abbott has confirmed the reappointment of Charles "Ed" Boulware and Mark Micheletti to the San Jacinto River Authority Board of Directors, with their terms expiring on October 16, 2027.


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Abbott reappoints Bugg to State Preservation Board until 2027

Governor Greg Abbott has announced the reappointment of Alethea Swann Bugg to the State Preservation Board.


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Rep. Nehls questions Brown University's use of endowment for tuition and student benefits

Rep. Troy E. Nehls has addressed a letter to Christina H. Paxson, President of Brown University, seeking clarification on the institution's use of its endowment to lower tuition and enhance students' university experience.


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Texas student wins 2025 Congressional Art Competition with cowboy-themed artwork

U.S. Congressman Michael McCaul (R-Texas) announced the winner of the 2025 Congressional Art Competition for Texas' 10th Congressional District.


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Governor Abbott appoints members and chair to Lower Colorado River Authority board

Governor Greg Abbott has appointed Curtis Ford, Aden Lasseter, and Mark Mayo, and reappointed Robert “Bobby” Lewis and Margaret “Meg” Voelter to the Lower Colorado River Authority (LCRA) for terms expiring on February 1, 2031.


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Governor Abbott announces appointments to state board of marriage and family therapists

Governor Greg Abbott has made new appointments to the Texas State Board of Marriage and Family Therapists.


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Congressmen introduce resolution for brain tumor awareness month in May

This week, U.S. Congressmen Michael McCaul (R-Texas) and Mike Quigley (D-Ill.) put forth a resolution to designate May 2025 as National Brain Tumor Awareness Month.


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Matagorda County's role in America's energy future highlighted by Rep. Nehls

Congressman Troy E. Nehls, representing Texas's 22nd Congressional District, has written an op-ed for the Washington Reporter, emphasizing the significance of Matagorda County in the American energy landscape.


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Texas gears up for severe weather with additional emergency resources

Governor Greg Abbott has instructed the Texas Division of Emergency Management (TDEM) to activate additional state emergency response resources ahead of anticipated severe weather and flash flooding.


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Governor Abbott opposes San Marcos's proposed resolution, cites antisemitism concerns

Governor Greg Abbott has sent a letter to the City of San Marcos, opposing a proposed resolution that he criticizes as antisemitic and contradictory to Texas state law.


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Governor Abbott and Chief Kidd join President Trump's FEMA council

Governor Greg Abbott expressed gratitude to President Donald J. Trump for his recent appointment to the Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) Review Council.


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Texas named best state for business for 21 consecutive years

Governor Greg Abbott announced that Texas has been ranked the Best State for Business by Chief Executive magazine for the 21st consecutive year.


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Governor Abbott appoints new members to Texas Medical Board for 2031

Governor Greg Abbott has announced several appointments to the Texas Medical Board, with terms set to expire on April 13, 2031.


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Lancaster joins Texas Film Friendly communities, boosting local film production opportunities

Governor Greg Abbott has officially designated the City of Lancaster as a Film Friendly Texas Certified Community.


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Governor Abbott appoints new members to the state board for educator certification

Governor Greg Abbott has made new appointments to the State Board for Educator Certification.


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Governor Abbott highlights power of prayer at Round Rock event

Governor Greg Abbott addressed attendees at the Governor’s Prayer Breakfast in Round Rock, expressing admiration for the power of prayer in celebration of the National Day of Prayer. “Where two or more are gathered in his name, God is with us,”...


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Governor Abbott discusses bail reform and border security at Texas Sheriff's conference

Governor Greg Abbott addressed the Texas Border Sheriff's Coalition's 20th Annual Spring Meeting in Austin, where he stressed the urgency of bail reform in Texas.


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Nehls supports $12 billion air traffic control funding in House committee proposal

Aviation Subcommittee Chairman Troy E. Nehls announced his support for the recent budget reconciliation proposal of the House Transportation and Infrastructure Committee.