Gov. Abbott

Governor announces more than $5.5 million in Texas Talent Connection Grants

Governor Greg Abbott announced more than $5.5 million in Texas Talent Connection grants to 18 innovative workforce skills training and job placement programs in communities across the state July 6, including $331,035 to Workforce Solutions of Southeast Texas.

Governor announces additional $118 million to support education in Texas

Governor Greg Abbott announced July 22 that the State of Texas would allocate an additional $118 million in federal funding to support higher education in Texas, including $93 million to help students continue or restart their progress toward earning a post-secondary credential or degree.