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Governor Abbott hosts Texas Jobs Council meeting in Austin

Governor Greg Abbott hosted a meeting of the Texas Jobs Council at the Governor's Mansion to receive an update on workforce development efforts. Abbott signed a proclamation declaring October 2-9 Manufacturing Week in Texas.

Where
Austin, Texas
When
Oct. 1, 2026
Sources
From an official record

Counties: Travis

Taxes and money

None stated in sources.

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Who's involved

  • Greg AbbottGovernor of Texas
  • Brent TaylorCouncil Co-Chair and Teamsters Southern Region Vice President
  • Tony BennettTexas Association of Manufacturers President

The facts

  • Governor Abbott created the Texas Jobs Council in March.1
  • In June, the Governor directed four state agencies to act on the Council's first recommendations.1
  • The Council's final report will come ahead of the 90th Texas legislative session.1
  • Abbott signed a proclamation declaring October 2-9 Manufacturing Week in Texas.1

Who said what

These are statements and claims made by the people involved. They are reported, not verified.

  • Governor Abbott Texas ranks number one in the United States for most new jobs and economic opportunity.1
  • Governor Abbott The Council's early recommendations include opening pathways into high-demand jobs and giving students earlier career training exposure.1

Sources

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  1. Governor Abbott Hosts Texas Jobs Council Meeting Office of the Texas Governor , official record, October 1, 2026

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