~ Governor Greg Abbott has taken a major step towards strengthening Texas' workforce development initiatives by launching the Texas Jobs Council. This new advisory board will work towards ensuring that Texans are equipped with the necessary skills to fill the state's growing number of high-demand jobs.

The Council's inaugural meeting was held at the Governor's Mansion, where Governor Abbott expressed his enthusiasm for this partnership between business and labor. "Texas is currently the hottest state in America for business and labor opportunities," he stated. "In order for us to maintain our dominance, it is crucial that we work together to meet the high demand for skilled labor in positions such as electricians, pipe fitters, welders, plumbers, truckers, and more."

The Governor was joined by several business and labor leaders including Plumbers Local Union 68 Business Manager Wayne Lord, Texas Association of Business Interim President Megan Mauro, and Texas Workforce Commission Chairman Joe Esparza.

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Governor Abbott has appointed a diverse group of individuals to serve on the Council. This includes Co-Chairs Brent Taylor, VP South Teamsters Local 745 & Teamsters Joint Council 80 and Megan Mauro, Interim President of the Texas Association of Business. Other members include Tony Bennett, President of the Texas Association of Manufacturers; Todd Staples, President of the Texas Oil and Gas Association; Hector Rivero, President of the Texas Chemistry Council; Scott Norman, President of the Texas Association of Builders; Robert Mele, President of Teamsters Local 988; Robert Wayne Lord, Business Manager of Plumbers Local Union 68; Alan Robb, Assistant General International Longshoremen's Assoc.; Lacy Wolf Jr., Local 22 President Heat and Frost Insulators Local Union 22; Mark Maher Jr., Business Manager International Union of Operating Engineers 450; and Bryan Edwards, Business Manager Pipefitters Local Union 211.

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The Council will focus on two main areas: implementing executive actions that can immediately reduce regulatory burdens and red tape surrounding workforce development, and presenting policy and legislative recommendations to the Governor and Legislature ahead of the 90th Legislative Session. The Council will deliver a final report in November 2026 outlining their proposed executive actions and legislative proposals to strengthen Texas' workforce development system.

Governor Abbott's commitment to this issue is evident as he believes that this partnership between business and labor will benefit all Texans. "We are unified on a mission that benefits all Texans," he stated. "A mission that will keep Texas number one for business, jobs, and workforce training, ensuring great careers for generations of Texans."

The Council's inaugural meeting was a success, with additional photos of the event available for viewing. This is just the beginning of what promises to be a fruitful collaboration between business, labor, and the state government in strengthening Texas' workforce development initiatives.

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