Jul 26

Operation Lone Star Decreases Illegal Crossings Into Texas By 85%

Governor Greg Abbott, the Texas Department of Public Safety (DPS), and the Texas National Guard continue to work together to secure the border; stop the smuggling of drugs, weapons, and people into Texas; and prevent, detect, and interdict transnational criminal activity between ports of entry.

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Jul 26

Governor Abbott Announces Governor’s Small Business Summit In Plainview

Governor Greg Abbott today announced the next 2024 Governor’s Small Business Summit will be held in Plainview on Thursday, August 8.

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Jul 25

Governor Abbott Announces Senior Staff Departure

Governor Greg Abbott today announced the departure of his Senior Advisor and Budget Director, Sarah Hicks, from the Office of the Governor after 22 years of state service.

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Jul 25

Governor Abbott Announces Two Counties Added To Automatic SNAP Benefit Replacements

Governor Greg Abbott today announced that the Texas Health and Human Services Commission (HHSC) has received federal approval to automatically provide replacement benefits for Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP) recipients in Fort Bend and Washington counties. With this federal approval, SNAP recipients in 20 counties are now eligible for automatic SNAP replacement benefits.

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Jul 25

Governor Abbott Announces Over $95 Million In Housing Tax Credits

Governor Greg Abbott today announced that the Texas Department of Housing and Community Affairs (TDHCA) has awarded over $95 million in housing tax credits to help finance the development or rehabilitation of more than 60 rental properties, offering reduced rents and increased housing options for Texans throughout the state.

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Jul 25

Governor Abbott Announces Sentinel School Safety System

Governor Greg Abbott today announced the launch of Sentinel, an innovative and comprehensive system designed to enhance the safety and security of students, faculty, and staff in school buildings across Texas.

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Jul 24

Governor Abbott Announces Transitional Sheltering Assistance For Hurricane Beryl

Governor Greg Abbott today announced the Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) has approved the state’s request for Transitional Sheltering Assistance (TSA) for 17 Texas counties impacted by Hurricane Beryl.

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Jul 23

Governor Abbott Hosts German Federal Minister Of Labor And Social Affairs Heil In Austin

Governor Greg Abbott today met with the Federal Minister of Labor and Social Affairs for the Republic of Germany Hubertus Heil and other German leaders at the Governor’s Mansion in Austin.

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