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Governor Greg Abbott has announced that the City of Paris has been awarded the Film Friendly Texas Certified Community designation by the Texas Film Commission.

Governor Abbott and Treasury Secretary Bessent discuss Texas economy and trade talks

Governor Greg Abbott engaged in a call with U.S. Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent.

League City earns Music Friendly Texas designation, promoting local music and economic growth

Governor Greg Abbott has announced that League City has been recognized as a Music Friendly Texas Certified Community by the Texas Music Office (TMO).

Governor Abbott reacts to attack on Denton County Commissioner Bobbie Mitchell

Governor Greg Abbott has issued a statement regarding the attack on Denton County Commissioner Bobbie Mitchell and her husband, Fred Mitchell.

Texas renews disaster proclamation on border security through April 2025

Governor Greg Abbott has renewed the border security disaster proclamation originally issued on May 31, 2021.

Governor Abbott mourns the passing of Pope Francis

Governor Greg Abbott expressed his condolences today following the death of Pope Francis.

Bipartisan bill introduced to address brain injuries among first responders

Congressman Dan Crenshaw (TX-02), Congresswoman Angie Craig (MN-02), Congressman Don Bacon (NE-02), and Congresswoman Kim Schrier (WA-08) have introduced a bipartisan bill aimed at aiding law enforcement agencies in handling concussions and...

Texas floods prompt call for federal disaster aid from De La Cruz

Congresswoman Monica De La Cruz of Texas's 15th District has officially communicated with President Trump, voicing her support for further federal disaster relief funds.

Governor Abbott appoints three to Coastal Water Authority board of directors

Governor Greg Abbott has appointed two new members and reappointed one existing member to the Coastal Water Authority Board of Directors.

Abbott requests federal disaster aid for South Texas flooding

Governor Greg Abbott has formally requested a Presidential Disaster Declaration in response to recent flooding in South Texas.

Texas leaders celebrate the passage of Senate Bill 2 for school choice

Governor Greg Abbott, Lieutenant Governor Dan Patrick, Speaker Dustin Burrows, Chairman Brandon Creighton, and Chairman Brad Buckley have expressed satisfaction following the final approval of Senate Bill 2 by the Texas House of Representatives.

Texas achieves highest job growth in nation from March 2024 to March 2025

Governor Greg Abbott has highlighted the state's recent employment success, citing the contribution of Texans and local businesses in creating more jobs than any other state over the past year.

Governor Abbott seeks federal aid for weather-impacted Northeast Texas communities

Governor Greg Abbott has formally requested a disaster declaration from the U.S. Small Business Administration (SBA) for communities in Northeast Texas affected by severe weather.

Abbott commends Texas House on historic school choice bill passage

Governor Greg Abbott praised the Texas House of Representatives for passing Senate Bill 2, Texas's universal school choice program.

Aransas Pass earns designation as Tourism Friendly Texas Certified Community

Governor Greg Abbott has congratulated Aransas Pass for achieving Tourism Friendly Texas Certified Community status, as revealed by Travel Texas.

Governor Abbott announces TMEIC manufacturing expansion in Texas

Texas Governor Greg Abbott has announced the expansion of TMEIC Corporation Americas in Waller County.

Governor Abbott makes appointments to Texas Parks and Wildlife Commission

Governor Greg Abbott has made appointments to the Texas Parks and Wildlife Commission.

Governor Abbott announces summit to support small businesses in Orange

Governor Greg Abbott has announced that the 2025 Governor’s Small Business Summit will take place in Orange on April 24.

Governor Abbott appoints Mooney to regional mobility authority

Governor Greg Abbott has appointed Karl Mooney as the presiding officer of the Brazos County Regional Mobility Authority.

Abbott addresses Wilmer-Hutchins High School shooting, highlights ongoing school safety efforts