Austin News

Governor Greg Abbott has appointed Jason Boatright to the Texas Racing Commission for a term set to expire February 1, 2025. Boatright, who hails from Dallas, brings a wealth of experience to the Commission as he currently serves as special counsel at Duane Morris LLP.

Boatright's impressive background includes previous appointments by Governor Abbott to various prestigious positions. He was appointed by the Supreme Court of Texas to the Texas Board of Disciplinary Appeals, served as a justice on the Texas Fifth Court of Appeals, and held positions on the boards of the Texas Department of Information Resources and Texas Alcoholic Beverage Commission.

Furthermore, Boatright's educational achievements are notable, having received a Bachelor of Arts in Political Science from Middlebury College, a postgraduate degree in Latin and Roman History from the University of Saint Andrews, and a Juris Doctor from The University of Texas School of Law.

Boatright's appointment to the Texas Racing Commission underscores Governor Abbott's continued efforts to appoint qualified individuals to key positions within the state government. His term on the Commission will play a vital role in overseeing pari-mutuel wagering on horse and greyhound racing in Texas.