Gov. Abbott in San Antonio for 'listening session' on Texas economy, construction industry Governor Greg Abbott met with small business leaders and construction workers on how Texas can be more supportive in the wake of COVID-19. Author: Erin Rodriguez (KENS 5) Published: 11:10 AM CST January 26, 2021 Updated: 5:46 PM CST January 26, 2021 SAN ANTONIO — Governor Greg Abbott held a listening session on the Texas economy and how the state can better support small businesses and workers. Governor Abbott met with construction workers, small business leaders and advocates to discuss ways to grow the Texas economy, helps businesses and workers and "to ensure a more prosperous future for the state of Texas" in the wake of COVID-19.