News

May 20

Governor Abbott, DSHS Distribute Antiviral Drug Remdesivir Across Texas To Treat COVID-19

Governor Greg Abbott announced that the Texas Department of State Health Services (DSHS) is distributing cases of the antiviral drug remdesivir to hospitals across the state.

Press Release

May 20

Governor Abbott Appoints Greenberg And Names Chair Of Correctional Managed Health Care Committee

The committee coordinates the development of statewide policies for the delivery of correctional health care within the criminal justice system.

Appointment

May 20

Governor Abbott Waives Late Fees For TABC License And Permit Renewals

This waiver applies to renewals with an expiration date on or after March 13, 2020.

Press Release

May 19

Governor Abbott Urges Local Governments Against Increasing Property Taxes For Texans

Governor Greg Abbott responded to a letter from members of the Texas Democratic Congressional Delegation regarding tax burdens on Texans.

Press Release

May 19

Governor Abbott Appoints Burrow To State Board of Criminal Justice

The Texas Board of Criminal Justice provides confinement, supervision, rehabilitation, and reintegration of the state’s convicted felons.

Appointment

May 18

Governor Abbott Announces Phase Two To Open Texas

Governor Greg Abbott announced the second phase of the State of Texas' ongoing plan to safely and strategically open Texas while minimizing the spread of COVID-19.

Press Release

May 16

Governor Abbott Releases Statement, Provides Details On Increased Cases In Amarillo

Governor Greg Abbott released a statement and detailed the ongoing containment plan for the COVID-19 outbreak in Amarillo that is reporting over 700 positive cases today.

Press Release

May 15

Governor Abbott, TDEM Announce Partnership With Local Fire Departments To Expand Testing In Nursing Homes

Governor Greg Abbott and TDEM announced that local fire departments in Texas are partnering with local public health authorities to provide testing in nursing homes throughout the state.

Press Release