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Governor Abbott Signs Proclamation Creating Governor’s Commission to Rebuild Texas
Governor Greg Abbott creates the Governor's Commission To Rebuild Texas.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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).