Governor Greg Abbott appointed Monte Monroe, Ph.D., and Leslie Recine to the Texas State Library and Archives Commission for terms set to expire on September 28, 2031, according to a Mar. 30 announcement. The commission is responsible for archives management, historical preservation, library support, public records access, and reading services.
The appointments are part of ongoing efforts by the Office of Texas Governor Greg Abbott to serve residents across several mission areas. The commission’s work affects how Texans access historical documents, libraries, literacy programs, and government records.
Monroe is retired after serving as archivist of the Southwest Collection at Texas Tech University. He has held positions such as Texas State Historian and served on the Texas Historical Records Advisory Board. His accolades include the David B. Gracy II Distinguished Archival Service Award. Monroe is also involved with various historical associations and organizations related to preservation in Texas.
Recine works as a consultant in Pantego. She participates in groups including the Arlington Woman’s Club, Daughters of the Republic of Texas, and National Society Daughters of the American Revolution.
According to the official website, Governor Abbott’s office has contributed to job growth statewide since his election in 2014 and operates from its primary offices in Austin at the State Insurance Building. The office emphasizes job creation, economic opportunities, education enhancement, protection of individual liberties, parental empowerment in schooling decisions, and border security according to official sources. In addition to these priorities, TIME recognized Greg Abbott among its list of 100 Most Influential People in 2024 according to official sources.
The Office of Texas Governor Greg Abbott delivers services throughout all regions of Texas according to official sources.
