Texas has shattered employment records with 15.2 million people working and total jobs reaching 14.3 million in July.
The state added 232,500 jobs over the past year, outpacing national growth. The milestone underscores Texas’ economic momentum as businesses continue flocking to the state.
Job creation has become a centerpiece of Abbott’s agenda amid persistent workforce demands.
“Texas continues to see sustained job growth thanks to having the best business climate in America and the productivity of hardworking Texans,” said Abbott. “With more Texans working than ever before, we must ensure Texans across our great state have access to the tools and training needed to secure better jobs and bigger paychecks.”
July data from the Texas Workforce Commission revealed 8,700 new positions added last month. The state’s annual job growth rate exceeded the national average by 0.6 percentage points.
Texas’ civilian labor force expanded to 15.8 million people, adding nearly 196,000 workers over twelve months. The unemployment rate held steady at 4.0 percent.
Abbott highlighted recent legislation expanding career training programs across the state.
“Working together, we will build a stronger, more prosperous Texas for all,” he said.
The governor also announced $1.6 million in Jobs and Education for Texans grants for South Texas technical education programs. The funding aims to strengthen workforce development in the region.
