Office of Texas Governor Greg Abbott

Make no mistake: Texas is a global leader when it comes to advanced tech and AI. The City of Georgetown proudly welcomes PEGATRON, which has selected Georgetown for its first U.S. manufacturing site. This project will bring $35 million in capital investment and the creation of hundreds of high-tech jobs at the new facilities. Read more: https://lnkd.in/g8QZYFxt

Governor Abbott just announced the fifth Texas Energy Fund loan agreement, the largest project to date, for a 1,350-megawatt natural gas power plant in Ward County. This decisive investment reinforces why Texas remains the energy capital of the world, and why our leadership in reliable, affordable power continues to grow. Texas will continue taking every step necessary to ensure affordability and electric reliability for homes and businesses across our great state. Read more: http://bit.ly/49r8Qkz

Today, Governor Abbott announced that 4 career training grants totaling over $1.2 MILLION have been awarded to 4 schools in West Texas. These grants help students gain the skills they need to enter competitive industries. Read more: https://lnkd.in/eNs3-h7B

Texas has again secured its spot as a global dining destination. Governor Abbott thanked the MICHELIN Guide for recognizing Texas' outstanding variety of cuisines and congratulates the chefs, restaurants, and their teams for making Texas the best place to live, work and dine. We're proud to see the spotlight on Texas continue to grow. Read more: https://lnkd.in/e7zbuST4

Arlington is now officially recognized as a Tourism Friendly Texas Certified Community. Home to the Cowboys, the Rangers, the largest dedicated esports facility in North America, Six Flags Over Texas, the Arlington Museum of Art, Theatre Arlington, and more. Big sports. Big fun. Big impact for Texas tourism. Read more: https://lnkd.in/e_mFQXyu

Texas means business. Join the Governor’s Small Business Webinar for Business Setup 101: Registration & Structuring for Success, a free webinar on October 29. This session will guide Texans through the steps to properly register and structure their businesses for long-term success. Whether you are already a business owner, are starting a business or are ready to take the next step in formally registering your business, this webinar will help you make informed decisions on the best classification for you and your business. Texas is the best state in America to start and grow a business, and we’re committed to giving entrepreneurs the tools they need to succeed. https://lnkd.in/gRrq5k83

Texas is taking the fight to cyber threats. As Texas’ influence grows, so do the dangers that try to undermine our success. That’s why we established the most dynamic, cyber defense force in the nation: Texas Cyber Command. Based in San Antonio, alongside the world’s top cybersecurity talent, Texas Cyber Command defends our infrastructure, our economy, and our freedom from foreign adversaries like China, Russia, and Iran. Texas is setting the national standard for cybersecurity and securing the future of our great state. Read more: https://lnkd.in/eATJxAQ4

Governor Abbbott participated in the ribbon cutting at Wells Fargo's new Las Colinas campus this morning, the largest real estate development in the community in 20 years. Texas is becoming America's next financial hub, and partnerships like this drive the story. Wells Fargo's investment creates jobs, strengthens our communities, and demonstrates the power of a business-friendly economy. Together, we're building a stronger Texas for generations to come. More: http://bit.ly/42Tz6Al

Energy and AI innovation will shape the modern world for years to come. Texas leads in both. Whether it be population growth, business growth, or economic growth, that alone necessitates more power. It requires alternative sources of energy, ways we can be additive to our power platform. Harnessing nuclear energy safeguards our future. Read more: https://lnkd.in/eqs4hrqj

Texas is deploying emergency management resources to Alaska, following a devastating typhoon that caused days of flooding. We will work to help ensure the safety and well-being of those impacted. America is stronger when we come together in times of crisis. https://lnkd.in/e67e6Dm2