On August 26, Texas Governor Greg Abbott announced his intention to appoint Jane Bland of Vinson & Elkins to the Texas Supreme Court upon Justice Jeff Brown’s formal resignation.
“Jane Bland is an experienced and proven legal expert whose respect for the Constitution is unmatched,” said Governor Abbott. “As she assumes her new role on the Supreme Court, the people of Texas can rest assured that she will uphold the rule of law and be a good steward of the justice system. I am honored to appoint Jane to the highest court in Texas and am grateful for her service to our great state.”
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