State News

by Governor Brad Little Think back on your favorite teacher. We all have one. Mine was Mrs. Dresser, my second-grade teacher at Butte View Elementary in Emmett. Before Mrs. Dresser, reading felt like a chore to me. She brought joy to reading and set me...
DENVER - Today, Colorado Governor Jared Polis announced a Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) with Wyoming to strengthen coordination on permitting for carbon storage efforts that may cross state boundaries. "This MOU brings Wyoming and Colorado...

STEAMBOAT SPRINGS — Today, Governor Polis and the Business Funding and Incentives (BF&I) division of the Colorado Office of Economic Development and International Trade (OEDIT) announced that Colter Backcountry LLC, a flyfishing apparel and gear...
Governor Greg Abbott appointed Michael Ferry to the 213th Judicial District Court in Tarrant County for a term set to expire December 31, 2026, or until his successor shall be duly elected and qualified.
ATLANTA – Governor Brian P. Kemp and the Georgia Department of Revenue (DOR) announced today that the state has begun issuing the one-time, special tax refunds authorized by HB 1000 during the 2026 legislative session. The fourth such refund of its...
Governor Greg Abbott today celebrated Texas winning the 2026 Prosperity Cup awarded annually by Site Selection magazine to the top-performing state for job-creating business investment.
ANNAPOLIS, MD (May 4, 2026)—In honor of the annual Preakness Stakes, Marylanders and visitors alike are invited to experience one of our state's most cherished traditions up close on Sunday, May 10, 2026. As part of the annual Preakness Festival, se
Governor Greg Abbott today celebrated the 75th annual National Day of Prayer at the annual Governor's Prayer Breakfast.
Governor Greg Abbott today announced that he amended the state's disaster declaration for severe weather to include Palo Pinto County following impacts from severe storms.
Governor Abbott Amends, Renews Severe Storm Disaster Proclamation In May 2026

Phoenix, AZ – Governor Katie Hobbs announced today that members of her office will interview applicants for a judicial appointment for the Superior Court in Mohave County. Interviews will take place Wednesday May 6, 2026 at the Mohave County Board of...
News May 1, 2026
Boise, Idaho – The Governor's Office provided updated information today on public events set to honor the life and public service of Governor Dirk Kempthorne, who passed away April 24 at the age of 74. Friday, May 15 10 a.m. – Governor Kempthorne...
Governor Greg Abbott today announced the Texas Health and Human Services Commission (HHSC) is making $56 million in federal funding available to rural health care providers.