Governor Abbott Names Phil Wilson Acting Executive Commissioner Of Texas Health And Human Services

AUSTIN, TX - Governor Greg Abbott today announced that Phil Wilson has been named Acting Executive Commissioner for the Texas Health and Human Services Commission (HHSC). Wilson currently serves as head of the Lower Colorado River Authority (LCRA), and will assume the role with HHSC immediately.

'Phil is an effective leader who brings a wealth of experience in state government and service to this role,' said Governor Abbott. 'I am confident in Phil's ability to lead this agency and ensure that the department effectively serves the people of Texas. He will be a valuable asset to the agency, especially as HHSC continues to play an integral role in the state's response to COVID-19. I look forward to working alongside Phil as we ensure the health and safety of all Texans.'

Prior to his work with LCRA, Wilson served as Executive Director of the Texas Department of Transportation (TxDOT). Previously, Wilson served as Senior Vice President of Public Affairs and as a corporate officer for Luminant, Texas' largest electric generation company. Wilson In 2007, then-Governor Rick Perry appointed Wilson as Texas' 106th Secretary of State. Wilson also served as chair of the Governor's Competitiveness Council and on the Texas Border Security Council. Wilson previously served as the chair of the Board of Directors of the Austin Chamber of Commerce and as the chair of the chamber’s Opportunity Austin initiative, in addition to having served on the chamber’s executive committee. Wilson has a Master of Business Administration from Southern Methodist University and a bachelor’s degree from Hardin-Simmons University.