State Governor Greg Abbott (tx)
State Government: Agencies/Departments/Divisions | Elected Statewide Officeholders
Recent News About State Governor Greg Abbott (tx)
-
Governor Abbott Proclaims October 15-21, 2023 Fentanyl Poisoning Awareness Week In Texas
Governor Greg Abbott of Texas has declared October 15-21, 2023, as Fentanyl Poisoning Awareness Week in the state. The proclamation comes as a response to the alarming rise in fentanyl-related deaths and the need to educate Texans about the dangers of this deadly drug.Fentanyl, a synthetic opioid, is the single deadliest drug crisis that Texas and the nation have ever faced. It is 50 times more potent than heroin and 100 times stronger than morphine. Even a dose as small as two milligrams, barely visible to the human eye, can be lethal.In recent years, fentanyl has...
-
Governor Abbott Honors Fentanyl Victims, Awareness Advocates In San Antonio
Governor Greg Abbott paid tribute to the victims of the fentanyl crisis and recognized the efforts of advocates raising awareness about the issue at the Soles 4 Souls Fentanyl Awareness Walk in San Antonio. The event brought together Texas families, loved ones, community members, and state and local officials to shed light on the growing fentanyl problem.During the event, Governor Abbott shared a personal story and expressed his commitment to combating the crisis: "On my desk in my office at the Capitol, I have a picture of Danica Kaprosy. It reminds me of the stakes we...
-
Governor Abbott, First Lady Abbott Reflect On Hispanic Heritage Month
Governor Greg Abbott and First Lady Cecilia Abbott of Texas have called upon their fellow Texans to celebrate the historic achievements and contributions of Hispanic Americans as Hispanic Heritage Month draws to a close. They urged all Texans to reflect on the rich history, culture, and positive impact of Hispanic Texans in communities across the state.Governor Abbott emphasized the importance of honoring Hispanic traditions, stating, "Hispanic traditions are Texas traditions, and the Hispanic community’s experiences have helped shape the Texas legend." He acknowledged...
-
Governor Abbott Announces JCB Manufacturing Facility Expansion In San Antonio
Governor Greg Abbott has announced that JCB, Inc. will be constructing a new manufacturing facility in San Antonio, Texas. This expansion project is expected to bring in over $265 million in capital investment and create more than 1,500 new jobs by 2028. JCB, a leading manufacturer of construction, agricultural, and industrial equipment, will receive a Texas Enterprise Fund grant of $5,684,350 and a Veteran Created Job Bonus of $42,000.In a press release, Governor Abbott emphasized the business-friendly policies and economic climate that make Texas an attractive...
-
Governor Abbott Proclaims October 2023 Fentanyl Poisoning Awareness Month In Texas
Governor Greg Abbott of Texas has proclaimed October 2023 as Fentanyl Poisoning Awareness Month in the state. The proclamation comes in response to the alarming rise in fentanyl-related fatalities and the devastating impact of the drug on communities across Texas and the nation.Fentanyl, a synthetic opioid, is 50 times more potent than heroin and 100 times stronger than morphine. Just two milligrams of the drug can be lethal. Historically used under medical supervision to treat severe pain, fentanyl has now become a deadly illicit substance, with fentanyl-related deaths...
-
Governor Abbott Calls On Texas Legislature To Carry Education Freedom Across Finish Line
Governor Greg Abbott has urged the Texas Legislature to expand education freedom and pass school choice legislation at the Texas Public Policy Foundation's Parent Empowerment Leadership Summit dinner in Austin. Speaking to a crowd of legislators, parents, educators, and advocates, Governor Abbott emphasized the importance of empowering parents to make decisions about their child's education. He called for the implementation of a universal Education Savings Account program in Texas, stating, "I am committed to however long it takes, and I will not stop until we get school...
-
Governor Abbott Hosts Former UK Prime Minister Truss At Texas Capitol
Governor Greg Abbott of Texas met with former UK Prime Minister Liz Truss at the Texas Capitol to discuss ways to strengthen the economic partnership between Texas and the United Kingdom. This marked Truss' first visit to Texas and her first meeting with Governor Abbott.During the meeting, Governor Abbott and former Prime Minister Truss discussed their shared interests in bolstering their respective economies. They explored how the United Kingdom can learn from Texas' model of economic success, which includes low taxes, reasonable regulations, and business-friendly...
-
Governor Abbott Announces Chandler Music Friendly Texas Community Workshop
Governor Greg Abbott has announced that the Texas Music Office (TMO), the Chandler Chamber of Commerce, and Dreams Come True Travel will be co-hosting a virtual Music Friendly Texas Community workshop on Thursday, October 19th. The workshop aims to promote the development of the music industry in Chandler and provide resources for communities to attract and grow music-related jobs."Music is key to the Texas brand and to our local economies,” said Governor Abbott. "I thank the Texas Music Office for helping communities large and small develop creative partnerships and grow...
-
Governor Abbott Announces Governor’s Small Business Summit In San Angelo
Governor Greg Abbott has announced that the next 2023 Governor’s Small Business Summit will be held in San Angelo on Thursday, October 19. The summit aims to provide resources and information to help Texas small business owners and aspiring entrepreneurs start, strengthen, and grow their businesses.In a press release, Governor Abbott expressed his gratitude to small business owners across the state, stating, "Thanks to the many small business owners across the state who contribute so much to their communities, the Texas economy and workforce continue to be the envy of the...
-
Governor Abbott Celebrates Winners Of Texas Veterans Commission’s Education Excellence Award
Governor Greg Abbott has congratulated the 21 Texas public institutions of higher education that have been honored with the 2023 Veteran Education Excellence Recognition Award by the Texas Veterans Commission (TVC). The award, established by the Texas Legislature, recognizes universities and colleges that provide outstanding education and related services that significantly contribute to the academic success of student veterans and military-connected students.In a statement, Governor Abbott expressed his gratitude to the institutions for their ongoing commitment to...
-
Governor Abbott Announces Over $310,000 Career Training Grant To Uvalde CISD
Governor Greg Abbott has announced that a Jobs and Education for Texans (JET) grant of over $310,000 has been awarded to the Uvalde Consolidated Independent School District (CISD) by the Texas Workforce Commission (TWC). The grant will support career and technical education (CTE) training programs in the district, specifically in the field of welding.The JET grant will enable the Uvalde CISD to purchase and install equipment necessary for training students as welders. The initial phase will focus on training 100 students in partnership with Southwest Texas Junior College....
-
Governor Abbott Asserts Enduring Support Of Israel At Solidarity Gathering In Austin
Governor Greg Abbott expressed Texas' unwavering support for the State of Israel and the Jewish people during a solidarity gathering at the Congregation Agudas Achim in Austin. The event was organized in response to the recent acts of war committed against Israel by the terrorist organization Hamas. Governor Abbott strongly condemned the violence and reaffirmed Texas' commitment to Israel's right to defend itself."Innocent children at a music festival were gunned down. Seniors were slaughtered and kidnapped. Americans are among the lives lost in the deadly attack that has...
-
Operation Lone Star Surges Resources To Combat Biden’s Escalating Crisis
Governor Greg Abbott, the Texas Department of Public Safety (DPS), and the Texas National Guard are continuing to work together to secure the border; stop the smuggling of drugs, weapons, and people into Texas; and prevent, detect, and interdict transnational criminal activity between ports of entry.
-
Governor Abbott Proclaims 2023 Manufacturing Week In Texas
Governor Greg Abbott today celebrated the strength of our state’s manufacturing sector and the role it plays in growing our economy and creating new jobs in communities across Texas by proclaiming October 2-9, 2023 as Manufacturing Week in Texas.
-
Governor Abbott Hosts Hungarian President Novák At Governor’s Mansion
Governor Greg Abbott today held a meeting with the President of the Republic of Hungary Katalin Novák and other Hungarian leaders to discuss strengthening and expanding the international economic partnership between Texas and Hungary. Held at the Governor's Mansion in Austin, this was President Novák’s first official visit to Texas and her first meeting with Governor Abbott.
-
Governor Abbott Announces Over $3.6 Million In Grants To Panhandle, Concho Valley Veteran Organizations
Governor Greg Abbott today announced 14 Fund for Veterans’ Assistance (FVA) grants totaling over $3.6 million were awarded to 11 organizations in the Panhandle and Concho Valley area as part of the Texas Veterans Commission's (TVC) Big Check Tour. Presented today by TVC, the funding will provide services to more than 3,100 Texas veterans and their families across 60 counties in the FVA Panhandle region.
-
Governor Abbott Announces Over $2.95 Million In Grants To Dallas-Area Veteran Organizations
Governor Greg Abbott today announced 15 Fund for Veterans’ Assistance (FVA) grants totaling over $2.95 million were awarded to 15 Dallas-area organizations as part of the Texas Veterans Commission's (TVC) Big Check Tour. Presented today by TVC, the funding will provide services to over 2,100 Texas veterans and their families in 30 North Texas counties.
-
Governor Abbott Announces Over $229,000 In Career Training Grants To Central Texas Schools
Governor Greg Abbott today announced two Jobs and Education for Texans (JET) grants totaling more than $229,000 to two schools in Central Texas to support career and technical education training programs. Presented by the Texas Workforce Commission (TWC), these grants will help the schools purchase and install equipment to initially train 70 students for high-demand occupations in manufacturing and healthcare.
-
Governor Abbott Announces Governor’s Small Business Summit In Horizon City
Governor Greg Abbott today announced the next 2023 Governor’s Small Business Summit will be held in Horizon City on Thursday, September 7. The Governor’s Small Business Summits aim to help Texas small business owners and aspiring entrepreneurs reach new heights by connecting them with the resources and information needed to start, strengthen, and grow a business.
-
Governor Abbott Announces Over $2.7 Million In Career Training Grants To Northeast Texas Schools
Governor Greg Abbott today announced 11 Jobs and Education for Texans (JET) grants totaling more than $2.7 million to 11 schools in Northeast Texas to support career and technical education (CTE) training programs. Presented by the Texas Workforce Commission (TWC), these grants will help schools purchase and install equipment to initially train more than 1,340 students for high-demand occupations in healthcare, automotive services, welding, engineering, construction management, culinary arts, public relations, and more.