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Governor Abbott Sends Letter To White House Requesting Major Disaster Declaration For Hurricane Laura
Governor Greg Abbott today sent a letter to President Donald Trump requesting a major disaster declaration for ten Texas counties to assist in recovery efforts following Hurricane Laura.
Governor Abbott Announces Federally Funded COVID-19 Testing Sites In McLennan County
Governor Greg Abbott today announced that the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) is partnering with the State of Texas and local officials to offer temporary COVID-19 surge testing in McLennan County.
Governor Abbott Requests Major Disaster Declaration From White House For Hurricane Hanna
Governor Greg Abbott today sent a letter to President Trump requesting a major disaster declaration for five counties in Texas following the impact of Hurricane Hanna.
Governor Abbott, HHSC Announce Extension Of Emergency SNAP Benefits For October 2020
Governor Greg Abbott today announced that the Texas Health and Human Services Commission (HHSC) will provide approximately $196 million in emergency Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP) food benefits for the month of October as the state continues to respond to the COVID-19 pandemic.
Governor Abbott Appoints Haynes To Statewide Health Coordinating Council
The council ensures health care services and facilities are available to all Texans through health planning activities
Governor Abbott Reappoints Monroe As Texas State Historian
Governor Greg Abbott has reappointed Monte L. Monroe, Ph.D. as the Texas State Historian for a term set to expire on September 30, 2022.
Governor Abbott Provides Update On Texas’ Response To Deadly Ameba Found In Lake Jackson Water Supply
Governor Greg Abbott today provided an update on the state's response to the presence of Naeglera Fowleri, a deadly ameba, in the City of Lake Jackson's water supply.
Governor Abbott Reappoints Four To OneStar National Service Commission
The commission serves as the state's liaison to the Corporation for National and Community Service, fulfilling the duties prescribed and oversees Texas' participation in Corporation for National and Community Service programs, and prepares a comprehensive three-year national service plan for the state annually.