Texas Agriculture Commissioner Sid Miller has expressed his support for Governor Greg Abbott's legislative priorities and policies, as outlined in the State of the State Address on February 2, 2025. The announcement was made public through a press release on February 4, 2025.
According to Miller's statement, he supports Abbott's legislative priorities, which include eliminating discriminatory Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion (DEI) policies from state government and banning DEI in K-12 education. He emphasized the importance of parental choice in education and highlighted Texas' leadership in industries such as cattle and cotton. Miller also noted the significance of water security for Texas' future and investment in rural healthcare. Additionally, he reiterated the state's efforts to secure the border and opposed foreign ownership of Texas land by nations considered "hostile," specifically mentioning China.
"I applaud Governor Greg Abbott for using his State of the State address to highlight many of the same critical issues I’ve been fighting for—supporting Texas families, our hardworking public servants, and the farmers and ranchers who keep this state running," said Miller. "These priorities reaffirm Texas as the national leader in agriculture, border security, and economic freedom—values that align with President Trump’s mission to make America strong, secure, and prosperous again," added Miller.
The Texas Department of Agriculture (TDA), established by the Texas Legislature in 1907, aims to support production agriculture, consumer protection, economic development, and healthy living. Headquartered in Austin, TDA operates five regional service offices, two sub-offices, three laboratories, and five livestock export facilities.
Miller is serving as the 12th Texas Agriculture Commissioner. An eighth-generation farmer and rancher from De Leon, Texas, he graduated from Tarleton State University with a degree in Vocational Agricultural Education. He began his political career in the Texas House of Representatives in 2000 before being elected Agriculture Commissioner in 2014. He was subsequently re-elected in 2018 and 2022.
