http://governor.state.tx.us/news/speech/ en Copyright 2013 2013-05-25T19:06:00-06:00 http://governor.state.tx.us/news/speech/18566/ http://governor.state.tx.us/news/speech/18566/#When:19:06:00Z Governor Perry, along with the Texas House and Senate, honored Texas heroes in a joint session. Military, 83rd Session 2013-05-25T19:06:00-06:00 http://governor.state.tx.us/news/speech/18557/ http://governor.state.tx.us/news/speech/18557/#When:22:07:00Z Gov. Perry today spoke at the Governor's Small Business Forum 2013 Texas Global Business Summit, co-hosted by the Governor's Office and the Austin Chamber of Commerce. The forum covered topics to help small businesses find success in the global marketplace. Economy, Economic Development, Jobs 2013-05-22T22:07:00-06:00 http://governor.state.tx.us/news/speech/18528/ http://governor.state.tx.us/news/speech/18528/#When:21:47:00Z Gov. Rick Perry today toured the communities impacted by Wednesday’s deadly tornadoes. He was joined by state and local officials to discuss damage response and recovery efforts. Disasters, Storms - tornados, wind damage, floods 2013-05-17T21:47:00-06:00 http://governor.state.tx.us/news/speech/18486/ http://governor.state.tx.us/news/speech/18486/#When:21:15:00Z Gov. Rick Perry spoke at the kick-off for the Texas Law Enforcement Special Olympics Torch Run, applauding this inspirational event that combines law enforcement and the Special Olympic athletes making it the largest fundraiser of its kind. Ceremonial, Law Enforcement 2013-05-08T21:15:00-06:00 http://governor.state.tx.us/news/speech/18456/ http://governor.state.tx.us/news/speech/18456/#When:19:25:00Z Texas and the NRA are a perfect fit, because in Texas, we believe in freedom, personal responsibility and the God-given right and peace of mind to defend yourself and your family. In Texas, we never lose faith in the Founding Father’s wisdom to include the Second Amendment to the Constitution among the Bill of Rights. 2013-05-03T19:25:00-06:00 http://governor.state.tx.us/news/speech/18419/ http://governor.state.tx.us/news/speech/18419/#When:21:25:00Z Gov. Rick Perry spoke today at a memorial service honoring the first responders who died in last week’s explosion in West. Disasters 2013-04-25T21:25:00-06:00 http://governor.state.tx.us/news/speech/18394/ http://governor.state.tx.us/news/speech/18394/#When:19:24:00Z Gov. Rick Perry today met with state officials to discuss Texas' response to last night's explosion and fires at a fertilizer plant in West, Texas. State officials worked through the night and this morning to assist local emergency management and law enforcement with health and medical resources, incident management, search and rescue and environmental quality monitoring, which are ongoing. 2013-04-18T19:24:00-06:00 http://governor.state.tx.us/news/speech/18377/ http://governor.state.tx.us/news/speech/18377/#When:17:02:00Z Gov. Rick Perry announced a four-point plan to provide nearly $1.6 billion in tax relief to all Texas businesses currently subject to the state’s franchise tax. The governor was joined by lawmakers, the Texas Association of Business (TAB), National Federation of Independent Business (NFIB) and Texas Conservative Coalition Research Institute for the announcement. Taxes 2013-04-16T17:02:00-06:00 http://governor.state.tx.us/news/speech/18364/ http://governor.state.tx.us/news/speech/18364/#When:17:49:00Z Gov. Rick Perry emphasized his commitment to finding long-term solutions to Texas’ growing infrastructure needs, specifically strengthening the state’s transportation infrastructure to meet the demands of our rapidly growing economy and population. The governor delivered the keynote address at the Texas Lyceum Association’s 47th Public Conference. Taxes 2013-04-12T17:49:00-06:00 http://governor.state.tx.us/news/speech/18362/ http://governor.state.tx.us/news/speech/18362/#When:00:58:00Z Gov. Rick Perry highlighted the selfless service and sacrifice of our nation’s military in the fight against terrorism, and committed to ensuring Texas provides the resources and support necessary for our heroes and their families. The governor spoke at the St. Mary’s University School of Law – Center for Terrorism Law 10th Anniversary Celebration. Ceremonial, Military, Veterans 2013-04-11T00:58:00-06:00