THE GOVERNMENT NEWS DESKDAILY BRIEFING · 2026-10-07
Official releases published on 2026-10-07, plus newly retrieved releases whose publication dates were unavailable.
Governor Greg Abbott today delivered remarks and participated in the ribbon cutting and dedication of the Dr. Ron A. McMurry, MD Mediplex. He was joined by Congressman Brian Babin, Representative Hillary Hickland, Jasper Mayor Clark McClane, Jasper Hospital District President Rodney Norsworthy, past president of the Texas Medical Association Ray Ca…
Official originalGovernor Greg Abbott today ordered the United States and Texas flags at all state buildings lowered to half-staff on Wednesday, October 7, 2026, in solidarity with the State of Israel and in honor of the men, women, and children murdered in the brutal October 7th terrorist attacks carried out by Hamas.
Official originalGovernor Greg Abbott today announced the ninth Texas Energy Fund (TxEF) loan for more than 450 megawatts (MW) of new, reliable power in Reeves County, enough electricity to power approximately 110,000 Texas homes. Pecos Power Plant LLC is developing the project, which will add new natural gas generation to the West Texas power grid.
Official originalGovernor Greg Abbott appointed Bryan Collier to the Texas Juvenile Justice Board for a term set to expire on February 1, 2029. The Board is charged with developing and implementing rules to govern the Texas Juvenile Justice Department, its executive director and staff, and to establish the mission and set goals for the Department that emphasize kee…
Official originalGovernor Greg Abbott appointed Trasa Coburn to the Texas Historical Records Advisory Board for a term set to expire on February 1, 2029. The Board works to improve archival and records storage conditions throughout the state and ensures that permanent records documenting Texas’ history as a colony, province, republic, and state are preserved for fu…
Official originalGovernor Greg Abbott appointed Zane Blackwell to the Upper Colorado River Authority Board of Directors for a term set to expire on February 1, 2029.
Official originalGovernor Greg Abbott today announced that applications are open for an estimated $31 million in Fund for Veterans’ Assistance (FVA) grants, administered by the Texas Veterans Commission (TVC). Nonprofit organizations and local government agencies that provide direct services to veterans may apply.
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