Office of the Governor Greg Abbott

06/13/2026

Gov. Abbott launched a free online course to certify additional New World Screwworm inspectors across Texas.

This initiative empowers people, & private industry, to inspect & certify livestock movement, ensuring the safety of our cattle, wildlife, & food supply remains secure.

06/11/2026

Governor Abbott activated state emergency response resources ahead of severe weather and flash flooding threats across Texas.

Swiftwater rescue teams, emergency personnel, and state agencies stand ready to support local communities. Stay weather aware and prepared.

06/11/2026

Teachers shape the Texas of tomorrow.

Gov. Abbott today announced more than $750M+ in Teacher Incentive Allotment funds have been awarded to 65,000+ Texas teachers.

TIA was built to keep Texas’ most effective educators in the classroom & expand access to strong instruction.

06/10/2026

Gov. Abbott today announced that 456 megawatts (MW) of new, dispatchable natural gas power generation units have come online in Houston.

These units add enough electricity to power more than 100,000 Texas homes during peak hours.

06/10/2026

Governor Abbott directed the PUC and ERCOT to protect Texans from footing the bill for data center expansion.

His plan requires data centers to cover their own infrastructure costs, lowers transmission costs for residents, and safeguards Texas communities and natural resources.

Read Gov. Abbott’s Directive Here:
https://gov.texas.gov/uploads/files/press/Thomas_Gleeson_Pablo_Vegas_Data_Centers_Directive_Letter_to_PUC_ERCOT_FINAL.pdf

06/09/2026

Governor Greg Abbott announced $166 million in energy assistance funding to help low-income Texans maintain safe, affordable housing through utility bill assistance, energy-efficient home improvements, and weatherization services statewide.

06/08/2026

Governor Abbott and state leaders continue working alongside federal partners to combat the New World Screwworm threat.

Today’s briefing in Kerrville highlighted ongoing efforts to protect Texas livestock, wildlife, ranchers, and the state’s economy.

More: https://gov.texas.gov/news/post/governor-abbott-secretary-rollins-update-texans-on-screwworm-response-at-kerrville-lab

06/08/2026

🚨 Tune in NOW as Governor Abbott & U.S. Secretary of Agriculture Brooke Rollins provide an update on efforts to combat the New World Screwworm and protect Texas agriculture.

U.S. Secretary of Agriculture Brooke L. Rollins will host a standin...

06/08/2026

Tune in at 2:00 PM CT as Governor Abbott & U.S. Secretary of Agriculture Brooke Rollins provide an update on efforts to combat the New World Screwworm and protect Texas agriculture.

USDA Live

06/08/2026

At Gov. Abbott’s direction, the State is executing a robust containment & eradication strategy on the ground in Texas fighting the New World Screwworm.

The protection of our ranchers, livestock producers, deer breeders, & the TX economy from this pest is our highest priority.