Governor Rick PerryOfficial site for the Office of the Governor of the State of Texas.Gov. Perry Thanks Veterans for Fighting for Freedom- June 27, 2008 CORPUS CHRISTI Gov. Rick Perry today thanked war veterans for answering the call of duty to protect Americas freedom and called for continued assistance of veterans rehabilitation programs. "Throughout our nations history, each gene...http://www.governor.state.tx.us/divisions/press/pressreleases/PressRelease.2008-06-27.4557 Statement by Gov. Rick Perry regarding the U.S. Supreme Court Ruling Upholding 2nd Amendment:- June 26, 2008 AUSTIN Gov. Rick Perry today issued the following statement regarding the U.S. Supreme Court ruling upholding Americans' 2nd Amendment right to bear arms: "Texans have long held that it is a fundamental right of every law-abiding citizen to k...http://www.governor.state.tx.us/divisions/press/pressreleases/PressRelease.2008-06-26.3506 Statement by Gov. Rick Perry regarding the U.S. Supreme Court Ruling on Jessicas Law:- June 25, 2008 AUSTIN Gov. Rick Perry today issued the following statement regarding the U.S. Supreme Court ruling on Jessica's Law: "I believe the vast majority of Texans agree that the death sentence is the appropriate punishment for someone convicted of r...http://www.governor.state.tx.us/divisions/press/pressreleases/PressRelease.2008-06-25.1054 Statement by Gov. Rick Perry on the Death of Rep. G. E. Buddy West:- June 25, 2008 AUSTIN Gov. Rick Perry today issued the following statement on the death of Representative Buddy West: "Texas lost a great public servant when Buddy West passed away today. As a dedicated champion for the people of West Texas, Buddys legac...http://www.governor.state.tx.us/divisions/press/pressreleases/PressRelease.2008-06-25.3225 Gov. Perry Showcases Texas at 42nd Annual Smithsonian Folklife Festival- June 25, 2008 WASHINGTON, D.C. Gov. Rick Perry today kicked-off the 42nd annual Smithsonian Folklife Festival, which showcases Texas as a travel destination. The Festival highlights the Lone Star States unique music, food and wine traditions. Perhaps...http://www.governor.state.tx.us/divisions/press/pressreleases/PressRelease.2008-06-25.3048 Gov. Perry: Ethanol Mandate Harms Livestock, Food Industries- June 24, 2008 WASHINGTON, D.C. Gov. Rick Perry, joined by industry leaders across the country, today urged the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) to grant a 50 percent waiver from its Renewable Fuel Standards (RFS) mandate for grain-based ethanol. Upon...http://www.governor.state.tx.us/divisions/press/pressreleases/PressRelease.2008-06-24.3208 Gov. Perry Challenges Youth to Give Back Through Public Service- June 23, 2008 AUSTIN Gov. Rick Perry today challenged young Texans to make a lasting contribution to the future well-being of Texas through public service. Public service is an honorable calling that must be answered by honorable men and women, Gov. P...http://www.governor.state.tx.us/divisions/press/pressreleases/PressRelease.2008-06-23.4959 Gov. Perry Appoints Calhoun to State Health Services Council- June 23, 2008 AUSTIN Gov. Rick Perry has appointed Kirk Aquilla Calhoun of Tyler to the State Health Services Council for a term to expire Feb. 1, 2011. The council makes recommendations to the Department of State Health Services regarding the management, oper...http://www.governor.state.tx.us/divisions/press/appointments/Appointment.2008-06-23.4301 Gov. Perry Appoints Four to Red River Authority of Texas- June 23, 2008 AUSTIN Gov. Rick Perry has appointed four members to the Red River Authority of Texas Board of Directors. The board oversees the conservation, preservation and development of water resources in the Red River basin. Jerry B. Daniel of Truscott ...http://www.governor.state.tx.us/divisions/press/appointments/Appointment.2008-06-23.5547 Statement of Gov. Rick Perry on Death of Justice James A. Baker- June 23, 2008 AUSTIN Gov. Rick Perry today issued the following statement on the death of former State Supreme Court Justice James A. Baker: Texas has lost a great legal mind with the passing of Justice Baker. His keen grasp of the law, inherent sense of f...http://www.governor.state.tx.us/divisions/press/pressreleases/PressRelease.2008-06-23.2035 |