State of Texas Office of the Governor

Governor Abbott, Federal Funding To Strengthen NWS Inspection Capacity

June 17, 2026 - Governor Greg Abbott today announced pre-award approval of a cooperative agreement with the United States Department of Agriculture (USDA) APHIS Veterinary Services that unlocks immediate federal funding for the Texas Animal Health Commission (TAHC) to hire additional inspectors and strengthen the state’s New World screwworm (NWS) response.

Governor Abbott Launches Free NWS Inspector Training To Keep Texas Livestock Moving

June 13, 2026 — Governor Greg Abbott today announced the launch of a free online course to expand the number of certified New World Screwworm (NWS) inspectors across Texas. This course will allow more Texans to inspect their animals and certify the documentation required to safely move them, which is critical to ensuring cattle and livestock commerce continues uninterrupted.

Governor Abbott Announces Over $2.5 Million In Career Training Grants For Nine East Texas Area Schools

May 15, 2026 – Governor Greg Abbott today announced nine Jobs and Education for Texans (JET) grants totaling $2,524,300 have been awarded to nine schools in East Texas by the Texas Workforce Commission (TWC). The JET grants will support career and technical education (CTE) training programs by helping the schools purchase and install equipment to initially train 700 students for high-demand occupations such as automotive service technicians, registered nurses, HVAC mechanics and installers, and more.

Governor Abbott, HHSC Announce $99 Million In Federal Funding For Rural Hospitals To Recruit Workers

April 29, 2026 – Governor Greg Abbott today announced the Texas Health and Human Services Commission (HHSC) is making $99 million in federal funding available to rural hospitals. As part of the Rural Texas Strong plan, the grant opportunity will help health care providers recruit and retain workers.

Governor Abbott, TWC Launch Streamlined State of Texas Application

March 12, 2026 ⎯  Governor Greg Abbott today announced that the Texas Workforce Commission (TWC) has launched a streamlined State of Texas Application on WorkInTexas.com. The updated application simplifies the hiring process to help attract new talent to state jobs and is part of a broader state effort to reduce red tape and burdensome regulations in government.

Texas Opens Applications For Texas Education Freedom Accounts

February 11, 2026 — Governor Greg Abbott today highlighted that families can now apply for the Texas Education Freedom Account (TEFA) program. Administered by the Texas Comptroller of Public Accounts under Acting Comptroller Kelly Hancock, the TEFA program gives parents greater freedom and flexibility in choosing the best educational environment for their children.

Governor Abbott Names President, Appoints Three To Sabine River Authority Board Of Directors

November 20, 2025 — Governor Greg Abbott named Cliff Todd as president of the Sabine River Authority Board of Directors and reappointed Richard “Blair” Abney, Joshua A. “Josh” McAdams, and Kevin M. Williams for terms to be determined as set forth by law. The purpose of the Sabine River Authority is to conserve, store, control, preserve, utilize, and distribute the storm and flood waters and the waters of the Sabine River and its tributaries.

Governor Abbott, THECB Announce Free College Application Week

October 6, 2025 — Governor Greg Abbott and the Texas Higher Education Coordinating Board (THECB) announced Free College Application Week October 13-19, 2025. 

"Texas prioritizes opportunities for students to pursue the best education they need to succeed in high demand, good-paying jobs after graduation," said Governor Abbott. "During free college application week, Texans can apply to their preferred colleges or universities without application fees. By supporting our students today, we are investing in a stronger Texas tomorrow."

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