Texas Governor Greg Abbott visits Hillsboro on January 16th 2026, supporting Angelia Orr reelection campaign for House District 13

HILLSBORO, Texas — Governor Greg Abbott made a public appearance in Hillsboro on Friday, January 16 2026, as part of a scheduled visit organized by the Hill County Republican Party and State Representative Angelia Orr.

The event took place at Historic City Hall in downtown Hillsboro and ran from 3:30 to 5 p.m. Local residents, party members, and community leaders gathered for the appearance, which was promoted as an opportunity to hear from the governor and engage in political outreach.

Abbott’s visit was part of his ongoing statewide engagement efforts and occurred amid broader political activity tied to the 2026 gubernatorial election cycle. While no major policy announcements were made public in advance of the event, the visit focused on connecting with supporters, supporting the Orr campaign, and addressing local and state priorities.

Abbott’s stop in Hillsboro reflects continued engagement with smaller communities across Texas as he maintains a public presence throughout the state.

The visit was organized by the Hill County Republican Party and State Representative Angelia Orr as a campaign rally and public appearance in the community.

Representative Orr, who serves rural and central Texas communities including Hillsboro and Itasca, has been active in state politics since her election in 2022 and carries endorsements from Republican leaders, including Governor Abbott, current US President Donald J Trump, and other local, state and national figures. See more information on the State House of Representatives page for Rep. Agnelia Orr – District 13.

The Hillsboro Texas Area Chamber of Commerce remains neutral on political parties and candidates, but maintains advocacy and involvement in issues that have a direct impact on Hillsboro jobs, growth, economy and community enrichment.