Currently, more than 2,200 schools have signed up to participate. Additional schools, vendors and education services continue to register on a rolling basis. Families had until July 15 to confirm their school selections. Since the application window opened Feb. 4, families across Texas have applied at a record pace, demonstrating strong demand for expanded education options and greater flexibility to choose the learning environment that best meets their children’s needs.

A new study by economists at the Hoover Institute finds that at least six billionaires left the Golden State before the start of the year to avoid the proposed California Billionaire Tax Act. This is a ballot initiative to be voted on later this year that would create a 5% wealth tax on billionaires who have lived in California at any time after January 1, 2026. Proponents expect a $100 billion windfall to the California treasury.

Governor Greg Abbott today delivered remarks touting Texas’ economic dominance and leadership in emerging technology and innovation at a South by Southwest (SXSW) reception at the Governor's Mansion. For 40 years, SXSW has drawn cutting-edge innovators, tech leaders, and global creators worldwide to Austin, Texas. The SXSW Cocktail Reception & Tech Innovation Dinner is held each year at the Governor's Mansion.

Amidst a heightened threat environment across the nation, Democrats' continued refusal to fund the Department of Homeland Security is appalling. Shutting down this critical agency — which manages airport security, oversees disaster relief, protects our nation from cyber threats, and more — puts the security of our nation at risk. I am demanding Democrats put politics aside and fund DHS — before terror strikes again.

"Democrats’ assault on Election Integrity & National Security must be stopped," says Sen. John Cornyn. "Before moderate Democrats went extinct, the Senate's rules worked – but today their reckless radicalism has changed the landscape. And when it comes to the crucial responsibility of protecting and preserving our nation's future, yes, process matters – but outcomes matter more. A rule is only a rule if both sides follow it," said Cornyn.

The laptops, funded in collaboration between AT&T, Compudopt, and Los Fresnos CISD Education Foundation, were given to graduating seniors in Los Fresnos. The Governor was joined by Senator Adam Hinojosa, Representative Janie Lopez, Los Fresnos CISD education division Chair Adan Garcia, AT&T Texas division President Leslie Ward, and AT&T South Texas division Vice President Adrian Quintanilla. 

We predicted this, but didn’t think the exodus would happen so quickly. Washington state is on the precipice of its 1st-ever income tax of 9.9% on millionaires – and just as fast as you can get on the line with a real estate agent, the rich are lining up to leave. As we've pointed out before, every one of the 11 states that've introduced an Income Tax since 1960 have seen their economy lose ground, and successful people.

Texas Land Commissioner and Veterans Land Board (VLB) Chairwoman Dawn Buckingham, announced that the VLB has approved an increase for the VLB Standard Land Loan amount from $150,000 to $200,000 and the dual-spouse land loan amount from $225,000 to $275,000. The VLB's Land Loan Program allows Texas Veterans & Military Members to borrow up to $200,000 to purchase land at competitive interest rates, while typically requiring only 5% down payment for tracts of one acre or more.

In 1911, the government trustbusters split Standard Oil into multiple state-based energy companies, which eventually were renamed Exxon (NJ), Mobil (NY), Amoco (Indiana), Chevron (California), Conoco (Utah), Marathon (Ohio), and others. They and their headquarters were spread throughout the country. But as the table below shows, they have almost all reconvened in one state: Texas. So it's not a great surprise that Exxon, which was founded as Standard Oil of New Jersey in 1882, has moved to the Lone Star State and is now legally domiciling there.

Governor Greg Abbott today joined Nasdaq for a virtual closing bell ceremony to commemorate the 190th anniversary of the Battle of the Alamo and highlight Texas' commitment to economic growth. The Governor was joined at the virtual closing bell ceremony by Lieutenant Governor Dan Patrick, Nasdaq Chair and CEO Adena Friedman, Nasdaq Texas head Rachel Racz, and other Texas business leaders. 

Ever since the disastrous withdrawal from Afghanistan — which emboldened our adversaries around the world — Iran has been locked in an "unholy alliance" with China and Russia. For years, Iran has sent lethal drones to Russia to massacre Ukrainians, and now Putin is reportedly returning the favor by providing Iran with intelligence meant to help them target and kill Americans. This is an intolerable escalation by the Kremlin — one they must come to deeply regret.

ExxonMobil's decision to shift its legal domicile reflects the strength of Texas and its predictable corporate laws and modern, business‑focused legal system. ExxonMobil, a Fortune 500 and Global 500 company, has deep Texas roots dating back to 1911 and is headquartered in Spring, Texas. “I thank ExxonMobil for their decision to redomicile in Texas and for their long-standing partnership with our state, "said Governor Abbott.

State Senator Adam Hinojosa, District 27, has invited representatives from the City of Sinton and the City of Corpus Christi to attend a facilitated meeting on Tuesday, March 10, aimed at encouraging direct communication regarding the Evangeline Laguna groundwater project and the broader regional water supply. Hinojosa also made clear that the purpose of the meeting is not to pressure anyone to abandon their positions, but to ensure that leaders have the opportunity to work through concerns directly and in good faith.

Acting Comptroller Kelly Hancock announced today that, one month into the application period, the Texas Education Freedom Accounts (TEFA) program has drawn applications for more than 160,000 students. The Comptroller’s office is marking the occasion by releasing more detailed data about applicants for the TEFA program, including grade level, school district and Education Service Center region. 

If Democrats want to convince the American people that they care more about regular American Citizens than illegal aliens, now is the time to prove it. Last week, Democrats had the opportunity to reopen the Dept. of Homeland Security and show Americans they prioritize our safety above politics. Instead, 209 Democrats voted to keep DHS closed – choosing to protect the Illegal Aliens they allowed into our country rather than fund the agencies responsible for keeping Americans safe.

Democrats have been running a Voter Importation Racket for years now, and they know the "Save America Act" bill that passed the House of Representatives in February is hugely popular – precisely because it would protect the right of American Citizens to vote by requiring a valid Photo ID to vote. 85% of U.S. Voters say only U.S. Citizens should be allowed to vote – and yet, the only people in America who oppose the "Save Act" are Democrats in Congress.

 We are on the THIRD Democrat shutdown in 100 days. Every day the Department of Homeland Security goes unfunded, especially at a time of increased threats from Mexican cartels and possible Iranian sleeper cells operating in the U.S., is one more day that Democrats are showing our country they care more about protecting criminal illegal aliens than the safety of our citizens.

Governor Greg Abbott notified Texans at home and abroad of safety protocols and resources in response to military actions in the Middle East that pose a threat to American civilians. Americans worldwide, and especially in the Middle East should follow the guidance in the latest security alerts issued by the nearest U.S. embassy or consulate. The Governor’s Office and DPS will continue to monitor developments and coordinate with federal partners to ensure Texans receive timely information as the situation evolves.

While we don't typically cite poll results, we can't help but highlight a few of the latest findings from a new Harvard-Harris Poll of March 2nd. Here's why: 1.) They surprised us, and 2.) Oh wait, what's this... they also run contrary & opposite to the media's ongoing mis-information campaign they're mis-presenting to the American Public. For starters, 53% of Voters trust President Trump over Democrats to manage the Economy, 52% say the Economy's better than under Trump than Biden, and 75% want to deport Illegal Immigrant Criminals.

The Highway Trust Fund (HTF) is a federal funding mechanism that receives revenue from transportation-related taxes – primarily federal fuel taxes – and provides funding for Highways Surface Transportation. The "Highway Formula Fairness Act" would ensure that all states, including Texas, receive at least 95% of their HTF contributions. “Texas is the second-largest contributor to the Highway Trust Fund, yet it's received a smaller share relative to its contributions than any other state," said Sen. Ted Cruz.