Texas Governor Greg Abbott Endorsed by Small Business Group for Fourth Term

NFIB Texas PAC cites Abbott's record of supporting entrepreneurs and reducing regulations.

Feb. 3, 2026 at 2:47pm

The NFIB Texas PAC, representing nearly 20,000 small business owners across the state, has endorsed Governor Greg Abbott for a fourth term. The group praised Abbott's efforts to cut taxes, reduce regulations, and promote economic opportunity for Texas entrepreneurs.

Why it matters

Small businesses are a vital part of the Texas economy, and the NFIB's endorsement signals strong support from this key voting bloc. Abbott's pro-business policies have helped make Texas an attractive state for starting and growing a company.

The details

The NFIB Texas PAC, which is comprised exclusively of NFIB members from the state, cited Abbott's record of supporting small businesses throughout his time as governor. The group said Abbott has consistently worked to reduce regulations, cut taxes, and create greater economic opportunity for all Texans.

  • Governor Abbott has served three terms as Texas governor since 2015.

The players

Greg Abbott

The current Governor of Texas, serving since 2015. He has been endorsed by the NFIB Texas PAC for a fourth term.

NFIB Texas PAC

The political action committee of the National Federation of Independent Business (NFIB) in Texas, representing nearly 20,000 small business owners across the state.

Jeff Burdett

The NFIB State Director for Texas.

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What they’re saying

“Throughout his time as Governor, Greg Abbott has done an outstanding job to ensure Texas remains the best state in the union to own, operate, and grow a small business.”

— Jeff Burdett, NFIB State Director for Texas (NFIB)

“Small businesses are the backbone of the Texas economy, and the National Federation of Independent Businesses represents the entrepreneurs who power that success. By cutting taxes, reducing regulations, and defending free enterprise, Texas has created an environment where small businesses can grow, hire, and compete.”

— Greg Abbott, Governor of Texas (NFIB)

What’s next

The NFIB Texas PAC's endorsement of Governor Abbott will provide significant grassroots support for his re-election campaign from the state's small business community. The group plans to encourage its members to turn out and vote for Abbott on Election Day.

The takeaway

Governor Greg Abbott's pro-business policies and track record of supporting entrepreneurs have earned him the endorsement of the NFIB Texas PAC, a key small business advocacy group in the state. This endorsement underscores the importance of the small business vote in Texas and Abbott's efforts to maintain the state's reputation as a favorable environment for starting and growing a company.