Governor Greg Abbott and former President Donald J. Trump joined forces to express their gratitude and serve Thanksgiving meals to over 240 Texas National Guard soldiers, Texas Department of Public Safety (DPS) troopers, and other service members stationed on the border for Operation Lone Star (OLS) in Edinburg.Governor Abbott expressed his appreciation for the dedication and sacrifice of the service members, stating, "Texas is forever grateful for our brave service members who work day and night to protect and defend our state and our nation. I am proud to be with...
In October 2023, the median sale price of a home in Travis County fell by $23,122 from the same period in the previous year, while total sales increased by 7.9%.
Governor Greg Abbott praised the bravery and dedication of the newest graduates of the Texas Department of Public Safety's (DPS) Recruit Class B-2023 during a graduation ceremony in Austin. The 94 troopers completed a rigorous 30-week training program and will now join the ranks of the state's most elite law enforcement agency.In his keynote address, Governor Abbott expressed his gratitude to the troopers for answering the call to serve and protect their fellow Texans. He emphasized the important role that DPS troopers play in safeguarding the state and commended them for...
Governor Greg Abbott today celebrated the strength of the state's jobs economy following the release of October employment data showing Texas continues to lead the nation in annual jobs growth, adding more jobs over the last 12 months than any state in the nation. Texas also reached two new record highs with the largest Texas civilian labor force ever at 15,162,100 and with more Texans working than ever before, including self-employed, at 14,536,800."Thanks to our young, skilled, diverse, and growing labor force—the largest ever and a magnet for businesses looking to...
U.S. Senator John Cornyn (R-TX) recently held a meeting with Jim Perschbach, the President and CEO of Port San Antonio, to discuss the organization's significant impact on Bexar County. The main focus of the discussion was Port San Antonio's efforts to promote STEM education among local youth and foster innovation at the state-of-the-art Boeing Center at Tech Port.Port San Antonio, which houses over 80 tenants, serves as an employment hub for 18,000 individuals and contributes a staggering $5 billion to the region's economy each year. The meeting between Senator Cornyn...
Austin, Texas - Governor Greg Abbott issued a statement expressing his concern and condemnation after a Dallas Police Officer was shot while on duty. The incident serves as a reminder of the risks that law enforcement officers face every day in their efforts to keep communities safe.In his statement, Governor Abbott made it clear that violence against police will not be tolerated in Texas. He emphasized the importance of supporting and praying for the injured officer's recovery, as well as for all law enforcement officers across the state who dedicate themselves to...