July 03, 2009 RECENT NEWS
- Jul 02, 2009 - Statement by Gov. Perry on Special Session
“I am pleased that lawmakers passed legislation to continue the Texas Department of Transportation, Texas Department of Insurance and three other state agencies, and authorized the issuance of $2 billion in transportation bonds that were approved by Texas voters in 2007. - Jun 29, 2009 - Gov. Perry Announces $250,000 Emerging Technology Fund Investment in Animal Innovations of Amarillo
AUSTIN – Gov. Rick Perry has announced the state will invest $250,000 through the Texas Emerging Technology Fund (ETF) in Animal Innovations Inc. of Amarillo for completion and commercialization of its automatic syringe filling and data collection system for animal medication. - Jun 26, 2009 - Gov. Perry Announces Hundreds of Jobs Created in Rio Grande Valley
PENITAS – Gov. Rick Perry today touted Texas’ strong economic climate, which continues to attract companies and jobs to the state. The governor spoke at the opening of the Walmart Penitas Supercenter, which brought 300 new jobs to a city with 3,500 residents in the Rio Grande Valley. Additionally the Supercenter will work with local suppliers, supporting even more jobs for Texans. - Jun 26, 2009 - Gov. Perry: Cap and Trade Would Be Largest Tax Increase In U.S. History and Hurt Texas' Economy
AUSTIN – Gov. Rick Perry has urged Texas leaders in Washington to vote against House Resolution 2454, the American Clean Energy and Security Act, which would amount to the single largest tax increase in U.S. history and hurt the Texas economy. - Jun 25, 2009 - Gov. Perry Announces Special Session for July 1
AUSTIN – Gov. Rick Perry today announced that a special session of the Texas Legislature will begin on Wednesday, July 1, at 10 a.m.
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81st Legislature - Action by Gov. Perry on Legislation
The 81st Legislative Session will go down in history as one that contributed to the state’s continued growth through a tax cut, job-creating investments and landmark higher education legislation.
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Gov. Perry Signs Legislation to Cut Taxes for Texas Small Business Owners
Gov. Perry was joined by Sen. Dan Patrick and Rep. Rene Oliviera on June 16, 2009 to sign House Bill 4765 which lowers the tax burden for more than 40,000 small businesses by tripling the small business tax exemption from $300,000 to $1 million.
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Gov. Perry Signs Legislation to Promote Tier One Universities in the State
Gov. Perry was joined by Sen. Judith Zaffirini and Rep. Dan Branch on June 17, 2009 to sign House Bill 51, a multi-faceted higher education bill that helps establish new and maintain existing Tier One universities in the state.
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Gov. Perry Signs Bill to Reform Texas Windstorm Insurance Association
Gov. Perry was joined by Sen. Chuy Hinojosa and Rep. Todd Hunter on June 23, 2009 to ceremonially sign House Bill 4409 which enacts necessary reforms to TWIA which will reduce the burden of catastrophic storms on the state.
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Gov. Perry Backs Resolution Affirming Texas’ Sovereignty Under 10th Amendment
Gov. Rick Perry joined state Rep. Brandon Creighton and sponsors of House Concurrent Resolution (HCR) 50 on Tuesday, April 9th in support of states’ rights under the 10th Amendment to the U.S. Constitution.
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Oct 22, 2008 Gov. Perry Honors Texas Olympians
- Strengthening Our Economy
The nation’s economic leader, Texas is growing more competitive every day under Gov. Perry’s guidance. - Securing Our State
Nothing can be taken for granted by the residents of a border state in a post-9/11 world. - Moving Texas Forward
With a rapidly growing population, improvements to the state’s infrastructure are an essential priority. - Encouraging Stronger Families & Healthier Citizens
Texas is the best place to live, work and raise a family. Gov. Perry has worked to make it better. - Educating Our Children
Children are our most precious resource. Their education is our highest priority.
- Texas Named Gold Shovel Recipient by Area Development Magazine
- Chief Executive Magazine Ranks Texas Best State for Business 3rd Year in a Row
- The U.S. Department of Commerce Named Texas is Number One Exporting State for 7th Consecutive Year
- Dallas Morning News- Report: Dallas-Fort Worth has strongest job market in U.S.
- Texas ranked No. 1 for the number of firms on the 2008 FORTUNE 500 list
- Texas ranked No. 1 according to corporate real estate executives across the country
- Wall Street Journal Heralds Texas Economy
- Gov. Perry: It is Time to Address the Gang Threat Head On
Located in: Press Releases - Statement Regarding Unemployment Funds and the Federal Stimulus Bill
Located in: Press Releases - Gov. Perry: It's Time for Texas to Take the Lead in the Entertainment Industry
Located in: Press Releases - Fitness Assessments Show Healthy Lifestyles Lead to Improved Learning
Located in: Press Releases - Gov. Perry Requests USDA Assistance for All 254 Texas Counties
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