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Greg Abbott outlines legislative priorities and achievements in recent tweets

Governor Greg Abbott addressed Texans through a sequence of tweets on April 27, 2025, emphasizing new legislative efforts and tributes.

By Midland Times | Apr 27, 2025

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Greg Abbott focuses on business, taxes, and bail laws in Texas tweets

In recent posts, Texas Governor Greg Abbott, on multiple occasions in late April 2025, discussed vital issues such as business regulation, property taxes, and bail laws.

Brenham achieves film-friendly certification from Texas Film Commission

Governor Greg Abbott announced that Brenham is now a Film Friendly Texas Certified Community.

Refuge renamed to honor Jocelyn Nungaray

Governor Greg Abbott attended the renaming ceremony of the Anahuac National Wildlife Refuge, now the Jocelyn Nungaray National Wildlife Refuge.

Governor Abbott supports tax-free weekend for emergency supplies

Governor Greg Abbott and the Texas Division of Emergency Management urge Texans to participate in this year’s Emergency Supplies Sales Tax Holiday.

Governor Abbott promotes tax-free weekend for emergency supplies

Governor Greg Abbott and the Texas Division of Emergency Management have urged Texans to take part in the Emergency Supplies Sales Tax Holiday, which runs from Saturday, April 26, through Monday, April 28. “Having emergency supplies on-hand is one...

Abbott outlines Texas crime and safety measures in April 2025 statements

By Midland Times | Apr 25, 2025

On April 25, 2025, Governor Greg Abbott highlighted measures to curb crime in Texas via social media.

Governor Greg Abbott announces several initiatives impacting education and public safety

By Midland Times | Apr 25, 2025

Governor Greg Abbott communicated, through social media, about key legislative strides in Texas regarding school choice and public safety, as well as participating in a significant ceremony commemorating wildlife conservation.

SBA grants Texas disaster loans for tornado recovery

Governor Greg Abbott has confirmed that the U.S. Small Business Administration (SBA) has approved his request for a disaster declaration for areas in Northeast Texas affected by severe weather, including tornadoes.

Cuero recognized as tourism friendly Texas certified community

Governor Greg Abbott has extended his congratulations to the City of Cuero for earning the designation of Tourism Friendly Texas Certified Community by Travel Texas.

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

Governor Greg Abbott held a call with U.S. Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent to discuss various economic topics.

Texas Governor Greg Abbott updates on tax-free weekend, new law, and legislative meetings

Governor Greg Abbott shared legislative and community initiatives on April 24, 2025, including a tax-free weekend for emergency supplies and the signing of a new regulation law, DOGE, promising heightened efficiency.

Greg Abbott comments on international incident and Texas legislation changes

Governor Greg Abbott shared his thoughts and actions on several fronts in late April 2025.

Greg Abbott announces Texas DOGE bill signing and public safety measures

On April 23, 2025, Greg Abbott shared updates on social media about the U.S. Army Reserve's anniversary, public safety commitments in Texas, and an upcoming bill signing named Texas DOGE.

Governor Abbott signs law to create Texas Regulatory Efficiency Office

Governor Greg Abbott has signed into law Senate Bill 14, also known as Texas DOGE, in a ceremony at the Texas Capitol in Austin.

Governor Abbott appoints six to the Nueces River Authority

Governor Greg Abbott has made notable appointments to the Nueces River Authority, marking important leadership changes for the body tasked with overseeing the management and conservation of the water resources within the Nueces River Basin.

Governor Abbott reappoints three to Red River Authority Board

Governor Greg Abbott has reappointed Jerry Dan Davis, Mike Sandefur, and Joe L. Ward to the Red River Authority of Texas Board of Directors.

Frisco gains designation as Tourism Friendly Texas Certified Community

Governor Greg Abbott has congratulated the City of Frisco for achieving designation as a Tourism Friendly Texas Certified Community, a program initiated by Travel Texas.

Greg Abbott addresses bail reform, disaster relief, and law enforcement support in Texas tweets