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The City of Brownsville has been named a Tourism Friendly Texas Certified Community by Travel Texas, following the completion of a multi-step certification process.

Kaufman receives film friendly texas community certification

The City of Kaufman has been officially designated as a Film Friendly Texas Certified Community, following the completion of a multi-step training and certification process overseen by the Texas Film Commission.

Governor Abbott signs bills increasing penalties for human trafficking in Texas

Governor Greg Abbott held a ceremony at the Governor’s Mansion to sign House Bill 2306 and Senate Bill 1212 into law.

Governor Abbott announces $40 million for Kerrville flood housing relief

Governor Greg Abbott announced that more than $40 million will be provided for long-term housing relief in Kerrville following the July 4th floods.

Texas Legislature passes bill to improve youth camp safety

By Houston Daily | Aug 25, 2025

Governor Greg Abbott has commended the Texas Legislature for passing legislation aimed at improving safety standards at youth camps throughout the state.

Governor Abbott renews border security disaster declaration for multiple Texas counties

Governor Greg Abbott has renewed the disaster proclamation concerning border security for several Texas counties and state agencies.

Governor Abbott celebrates launch of NYSE Texas with Closing Bell ceremony

Governor Greg Abbott marked the launch of NYSE Texas in Arlington by ringing the Closing Bell at the New York Stock Exchange (NYSE) on August 20, 2025.

Governor Abbott announces disaster recovery fair for flood-impacted small businesses in Kerrville

Governor Greg Abbott has announced that the Governor’s Small Business Disaster Recovery Fair will take place in Kerrville on Thursday, August 28.

Governor Abbott announces over $1.1 million in career training grants for Rio Grande Valley

Five schools in the Rio Grande Valley have been awarded more than $1.1 million in Jobs and Education for Texans (JET) grants to enhance career and technical education programs.

Abbott renews drought disaster declaration for dozens of Texas counties

Governor Greg Abbott has amended and renewed the drought disaster proclamation for August 2025, continuing a declaration first issued on July 8, 2022.

Timmerman Power Plant phase one begins operations, adding capacity to Texas grid

Phase One of the Timmerman Power Plant in Maxwell is now commercially operational and connected to the Texas state grid, according to an announcement from Governor Greg Abbott and the Lower Colorado River Authority (LCRA).

Governor Abbott comments on passage of House Bill 4 in Texas House

Governor Greg Abbott released a statement after the Texas House of Representatives passed House Bill 4.

Abbott signs bills clarifying abortion exceptions and restricting public funding in Texas

Governor Greg Abbott held a bill signing ceremony at the Texas Capitol to officially sign Senate Bill 31 and Senate Bill 33 into law.

Governor Abbott expands special session agenda with new legislative priorities

Governor Greg Abbott has expanded the agenda for the Texas Legislature's second special session to address three new issues.

Cow Creek Bridge reopens after rapid reconstruction following flood damage

Governor Greg Abbott marked the reopening of the Cow Creek Bridge, which was destroyed by floods last month and rebuilt in 29 days.

Texas announces $146 billion transportation plan focused on roads and congestion relief

Governor Greg Abbott has announced a 10-year transportation plan with an investment exceeding $146 billion.

Texas leads nation in job growth with over 230,000 positions added

Texas led the nation in job growth over the past year, according to data released by the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS) for July 2025.

Governor Abbott signs legislation aimed at increasing affordable housing across Texas

Governor Greg Abbott has signed three bills aimed at addressing the housing shortage and affordability in Texas.

Governor Abbott signs bills to streamline childcare regulations in Texas

Governor Greg Abbott has signed two bills aimed at improving childcare and early learning programs in Texas.