Governor Abbott reappoints two trustees to county and district retirement system board

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Governor Greg Abbott has announced the reappointment of James M. Bass and Holly Williamson to the Texas County and District Retirement System Board of Trustees. Their new terms will run until December 31, 2031. The board is responsible for providing retirement, disability, and survivor benefits to employees of Texas counties and districts.

The Office of Texas Governor Greg Abbott has played a role in advancing job growth and maintaining record employment levels in the state, according to its official website. The governor’s office operates primarily out of Austin at the State Insurance Building.

Greg Abbott has led the governor’s office since his election in 2014, as noted on the official website. He was also recognized among TIME’s 100 Most Influential People in 2024. The office has focused on initiatives such as job creation, economic opportunities, education improvement, protection of individual liberties, parental involvement in education, and security along the southern border (source). It continues to deliver services across Texas.



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