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Sep 7

Governor Abbott Signs Proclamation Creating Governor’s Commission to Rebuild Texas

Governor Greg Abbott creates the Governor's Commission To Rebuild Texas.

Proclamation

Sep 6

Governor Abbott Extends Proclamation Suspending Hotel And Motel Taxes During Hurricane Harvey

Proclamation extended by Governor Abbott suspending hotel and motel taxes during Hurricane Harvey.

Proclamation

Sep 6

Governor Abbott Suspends Waiting Period For Insurance Companies To Pay Claims To Vehicle Owners Impacted By Harvey

Governor Greg Abbott today took action to expedite insurance claims for Texans whose vehicles have been totaled by Hurricane Harvey. 

Press Release

Sep 6

Governor Abbott Speaks With German Chancellor Merkel Regarding Hurricane Harvey

Governor Greg Abbott today spoke with German Chancellor Angela Merkel to discuss the response to Hurricane Harvey.

Press Release

Sep 6

Governor Abbott Statement On U.S. House Of Representatives Vote To Approve Harvey Relief Down Payment

Governor Greg Abbott today released the following statement after the United States House of Representatives voted to allocate $7.85 billion as an initial down payment to Texas in the aftermath of Hurricane Harvey.

Press Release

Sep 5

Governor Abbott Visits Wharton And Beaumont Communities Impacted By Hurricane Harvey

Governor Greg Abbott today visited the storm-affected areas of Wharton and Beaumont, TX where he met with local officials, and received on-site updates on the recovery efforts currently underway.

Press Release

Sep 4

FEMA Grants Governor Abbott’s Request For Community Disaster Loans For Texas Cities Affected By Harvey

The Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) today granted Governor Abbott's request for Community Disaster Loan assistance for Texas localities impacted by Hurricane Harvey.

Press Release

Sep 4

Governor Abbott Adds 7 Texas Counties To Presidential Disaster Declaration In Response To Harvey

Governor Greg Abbott today requested seven additional Texas counties be added to the Federal Disaster Declaration previously granted by the Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA).

Press Release