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Governor Abbott Appoints Three To Podiatric Medical Examiners Advisory Board
Governor Abbott has reappointed Leslie Campbell, D.P.M. and Renee Pietzsch, D.P.M. and appointed Amanda Nobles to the Podiatric Medical Examiners Advisory Board for terms set to expire on February 1, 2027.
Governor Abbott Activates Resources As Heavy Rain, Flooding Threaten Eastern, Southern Regions Of Texas
Governor Greg Abbott today activated numerous resources to assist South, East, and Southeast Texas communities that are expected to receive heavy rain and flooding through the beginning of next week.
Governor Abbott Announces Virtual Music Friendly Community Workshop In Vidor
Governor Greg Abbott today announced the Texas Music Office (TMO) and the City of Vidor will co-host a virtual Music Friendly Community workshop on Tuesday, June 8.
Governor Abbott Names Farias Chair And Williams Vice Chair Of Texas Higher Education Coordinating Board
Governor Greg Abbott has named Fred Farias, III, O.D. as chair and Donna N. Williams vice chair of the Texas Higher Education Coordinating Board for terms set to expire at the pleasure of the Governor.
Governor Abbott, HHSC Announce Extension Of Emergency SNAP Benefits For June
Governor Greg Abbott today announced that the Texas Health and Human Services Commission (HHSC) is providing approximately $208 million in emergency Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP) food benefits for the month of June as the state continues its response to the COVID-19 pandemic.
Governor Abbott Announces New Cacique, LLC Facility in Amarillo
Governor Greg Abbott today announced that Cacique, LLC (“Cacique”) will open a new food processing operation in Amarillo, Texas.
Governor Abbott Appoints Kim to State Board of Educator Certification
Governor Greg Abbott has appointed Andrew Kim to the State board of Educator Certification for a term set to expire on February 1, 2027.
Governor Abbott, HHSC Announce Additional Food Benefits For Texas WIC Families This Summer
Governor Greg Abbott and the Texas Health and Human Services Commission (HHSC) today announced a temporary increase in food benefits for families participating in the Texas Special Supplemental Nutrition Program for Women, Infants and Children (WIC) through September 2021.