Greg Abbott, Texas

Greg Abbott Wants Change to Texas Property Taxes
In the latest of his many attempts to curb Texas' high property taxes, Republican Governor Greg Abbott wants to give the state's homeowners the power to weigh in on every hike. It's a move that critics warn could have a dramatic impact on the funding for public services in the Lone Star State.
Gov. Greg Abbott on the border, school vouchers and betting in Texas
Texas Governor Greg Abbott talked about several issues that are top of mind for Texans, including border security, school vouchers, tariffs and legalizing online betting.
Gov. Greg Abbott wants to set a high bar for local taxes increases
Local officials, school advocates and tax policy experts said such a proposal could have dire impacts on basic services.
Texas Gov. Greg Abbott proposes 7 emergency items in 2025 State of the State address
AUSTIN — Texas Gov. Greg Abbott delivered his 2025 State of the State address on Sunday, Feb. 2, discussing his main priorities for the 89th session of the Texas Legislature, which is underway until June 2.
Texas Gov. Greg Abbott Cracks Down on Squatters
However, squatters enjoy certain protections under both federal and state laws. Similar to other states, Texas has what is known as Squatters' Rights, which outline the conditions
Gov. Abbott talks border, school vouchers, betting
Texas Governor Greg Abbott answers questions from the FOX Texas Trio on efforts to secure the border, the impact of school vouchers and what he wants to see happen on gambling in Texas.
Texas Gov. Greg Abbott deploys hundreds more troops to Texas-Mexico border
Texas Gov. Greg Abbott deployed the troops to the Rio Grande Valley, where he said they'll work side-by-side with U.S. Border Patrol agents to keep migrants from illegally entering the country. Some of those troops left from the U.S. Naval Air Station Joint Reserve Base in Fort Worth Monday morning. The others left from a base in Houston.
How will Gov. Abbott's priorities impact career training programs in Texas' high schools?
Texas faces an urgent need to prepare students for the future workforce, as nearly two-thirds of projected new jobs will ...
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Texas Senate takes up bail reform after Gov. Abbott names it an emergency item
Gov. Greg Abbott declared bail reform as one of his emergency items for the 89th legislative session. During his state of the ...
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Gov. Greg Abbott Escalates Border Security with Operation Lone Star, Touting Over 531K Apprehensions in Texas
Texas Governor Abbott's Operation Lone Star reports over 531,100 immigrant apprehensions and significant drug seizures.
Why Texas Gov. Greg Abbott is at White House and what he's expected to discuss with Trump
Gov. Greg Abbott is scheduled to meet privately Wednesday with President Donald Trump at the White House and the discussion ...
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This Week in Texas: Gov. Greg Abbott's priorities take center stage in Austin
In an all-new episode of This Week in Texas, Governor Greg Abbott announced his legislative priorities in his annual State of ...
Gov. Greg Abbott signs federal memo letting Texas soldiers arrest undocumented migrants
Gov. Greg Abbott has signed an agreement allowing Texas National Guard soldiers to arrest and help deport undocumented ...
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Texas Gov. Greg Abbott to meet with Pres. Donald Trump at the White House
WASHINGTON - Texas Governor Greg Abbott and President Donald Trump will meet at the White House on Wednesday. The two are ...
Gov. Abbott wants to ban DEI in all levels of public education
His comments received applause from attendees, including state and business leaders along with his supporters.