News

Mar 12

Governor Abbott Holds Call With Texas Legislators, Mayors, And County Judges To Provide Update On Coronavirus Efforts

Governor Greg Abbott today hosted a conference call with Texas legislators, mayors, and county judges to provide an update on the state's ongoing efforts to combat coronavirus (COVID-19).

Mar 12

Texas Holocaust And Genocide Commission Seeks Applications For Inaugural Berkowitz Institute

The Texas Holocaust and Genocide Commission (THGC) is now accepting applications for the inaugural Peter N. Berkowitz Institute.

Press Release

Mar 11

Governor Abbott, DSHS Commissioner Hellerstedt Urge Texans To Take Preventative Measures Against Coronavirus

Governor Greg Abbott and Texas Department of State Health Services (DSHS) Commissioner John Hellerstedt, MD, today urged Texans to continue taking preventative measures against Coronavirus.

Press Release

Mar 11

Governor Abbott, Texas Division Of Emergency Management Appeal FEMA Public Assistance Denial For Tropical Storm Imelda

The Governor initially requested a Presidential Disaster Declaration for Individual Assistance for six Texas counties in October 2019 following widespread damage and severe flooding from the storm.

Press Release

Mar 10

First Lady Cecilia Abbott Delivers Remarks At Dripping Springs High School Service Day

The First Lady discussed the importance of service to the community, and the positive impact of Texans helping their fellow Texans.

Press Release

Mar 10

Governor Abbott, TDI Ask Health Insurance Providers To Waive Costs Associated With Coronavirus

Governor Greg Abbott and the Texas Department of Insurance (TDI) today announced that they have asked health insurers and health maintenance organizations operating in Texas to waive costs associated with the testing and telemedicine visits for the diagnosis of coronavirus (COVID-19).

Press Release

Mar 9

Governor Abbott Reappoints Kauffman As Inspector General For Health And Human Services

Governor Greg Abbott has reappointed Sylvia Hernandez Kauffman as the Inspector General for Health and Human Services for a term set to expire on February 1, 2021.

Mar 9

Governor Abbott Releases 2020 Report To The People Of Texas

It is released in interim years when the Legislature does not meet and no formal State of the State address is given.

Press Release