Texas Economic Development

The Texas Economic Development & Tourism Office works to assist businesses with job creation, expansion, investment and export opportunities.

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Texas is ready to welcome the world for the 2026 FIFA World Cup! ⚽️🌎 We are proud to host more games across Dallas and Houston than any other state in the U.S. We invite you to come for the games…and stay for Texas! https://t.co/ZRl5oAYIQ8

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Texas reached a new record high of more than 14.4 million total nonfarm jobs after a gain of 43,400 jobs in June! More good #TexasJobs news here >> https://t.co/IbYvii8hfC

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Check out this exciting opportunity for businesses in the Texas #energy industry! Apply to join the State of Texas Booth at 2026 ROG.e to gain visibility on a global scale and connect with potential business partners from around the world >> https://t.co/HH4agUUEuP

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Today marks a historic milestone for Texas with the announcement of the world’s most advanced shipyard! @Saronic will build a next-generation shipyard at the Port of Brownsville—expected to be the largest in the nation—bringing an estimated 10,000 new jobs and more than $3.2 billion in capital investment. More here: https://t.co/6t85pxNjEO

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Job Opportunity: The Texas Economic Development & Tourism Office is looking for an Industry Research Specialist to join our team. This role plays a key part in providing the data and insights that help drive investment, job creation and economic growth in Texas. See the full job description and apply here >> https://t.co/S3Ahzgd9mQ

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Registration is now open for the Governor’s #SmallBusiness Summit — El Campo! Mark your calendars or register early at https://t.co/3LriYKwUPA.

Stay tuned to our event webpage or follow along on social as more event details become available.

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Register today for the Governor’s #SmallBusiness Summit — Copperas Cove. This event will cover topics like smart financing strategies, marketing in a digital economy and choosing the right business for you. Plus, 2X Ninja Warrior Champion Vance Walker will serve as keynote.

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LITEON is growing in Texas with a new North American headquarters for its advanced manufacturing facility in McKinney! The project is expected to create $307 million in capital investment and 500 jobs. More here: https://t.co/CDDlkeyxTp

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Congratulations to Alpine on being designated a Tourism Friendly Texas Certified Community!

Alpine joins a select group of Texas communities as a Triple-Crown Winner with Film Friendly Texas, Music Friendly Texas and Tourism Friendly Texas Certified Community designations. Read more: https://t.co/O30M2s81By

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Congratulations to The Colony on being designated a Film Friendly Texas Certified Community!

The Colony is now a Music Friendly Texas and Film Friendly Texas Certified Community. Read more: https://t.co/iYZXrY8mp7

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Texas: Where the integrated circuit was born and where the future of the #SemiconductorIndustry is forged. @TXInstruments Incorporated (TI) was extended a Texas Semiconductor Innovation Fund grant to expand capacity and technology investments at their 300mm semiconductor wafer fab in Richardson. The expansion is expected to total $700 million in capital investment. More here: https://t.co/nYBIkKVGTO

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Congratulations to Kemah on being designated a Tourism Friendly Texas Certified Community!

This designation reflects the city’s commitment to providing exceptional experiences while supporting the businesses, attractions and hospitality partners that make Kemah unique. Read more: https://t.co/uaSMW0RgEw

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The power of the “Made in Texas” brand continues to grow! Toyota Motor Manufacturing Texas announced the expansion of its U.S. manufacturing capacity with a new complete vehicle assembly line in San Antonio expected to create $3.6 billion in capital investment and 2,000 new jobs. More here: https://t.co/3bikizytpQ

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Congratulations to Willow Park for being designated a Film Friendly Texas Certified Community!

With unique character and appeal, this designation signals Willow Park is ready to welcome new opportunities in media production and investment. Read more: https://t.co/PS6UQfsX5l

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Texas is where the technologies of tomorrow are manufactured today! A Texas Semiconductor Innovation Fund grant was extended to FormFactor Inc. for their new probe card manufacturing facility in Farmers Branch. The advanced manufacturing facility, which will produce core components used to test integrated circuits during wafer-level manufacturing, is expected to create more than 600 jobs and represents $140 to $160 million in capital investment over 2026. More here: https://t.co/N0wBAZ77U9

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Congratulations to the @CityofHeath on being designated a Music Friendly Texas Certified Community!

This recognition highlights Heath’s commitment to strengthening community connections, supporting local talent and creating new opportunities for economic growth. Read more: https://t.co/Kq4V5F4j02

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Registration is now open for the Governor’s #SmallBusiness Summit — Dalhart! Mark your calendars or register early at https://t.co/3LriYKwUPA.

Stay tuned to our event webpage or follow along on social as more event details become available.

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Register today for the Governor’s #SmallBusiness Summit — Graham. David Proctor, II, CEO of @So_Bleacher, will provide the keynote, as well as panels covering smart hiring practices for rural entrepreneurs, leveraging state & local resources and rebuilding businesses after disaster strikes.

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Our Small Business Assistance team wrapped up their sixth #SmallBusiness Summit of the year in Pasadena last week with an amazing turnout!

In July, they will head out to Graham and Copperas Cove. Register today for a July Summit or check out the full calendar of upcoming events at https://t.co/xnHg8f4LKq.

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Congratulations to @thecityofirving on being designated a Music Friendly Texas Certified Community!

This designation is a testament to Irving’s vibrant cultural identity and commitment to supporting the arts. Read more: https://t.co/8NKmrdW8sw

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Texas AGAIN ranks #1 as the Best Business Climate in the nation by @bizfacilities, now for the fourth year in a row! See why our state’s economic strength, reasonable regulatory and tax climate, robust infrastructure and best-in-class workforce continues to rise above the rest >> https://t.co/ZDOpHdPla5