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Governor Abbott Announces Additional USDA Funding to Fight Cattle Fever Ticks
Governor Greg Abbott today announced the United States Department of Agriculture has allocated an additional $3.7 million to fighting the spread of cattle fever ticks in South Texas.
Governor Abbott Hosts Zika Prevention Roundtable In Brownsville, TX
Governor Greg Abbott and Texas Department of State Health Services (DSHS) Commissioner Dr. John Hellerstedt today hosted a Zika prevention roundtable with community leaders and health officials from Cameron and Hidalgo Counties.
Governor Abbott Statement On House Passage Of Convention Of States Resolution
Governor Greg Abbott released the following statement after the Texas House of Representatives passed a resolution (SJR 2) calling for a Convention of States.
Governor Abbott And Dr. Hellerstedt Call On Local Officials To Take Action Against Zika
Governor Greg Abbott and Texas Department of State Health Services (DSHS) Commissioner Dr. John Hellerstedt today sent a letter to County Judges and Mayors across the state asking for their continued assistance in combatting locally-transmitted Zika viruses in Texas.
Governor Abbott Attends National Day Of Prayer Observance In Brownsville, TX
Governor Greg Abbott today attended the National Day of Prayer observance at Sam’s Memorial Stadium in Brownsville, Texas.
Governor Abbott Speaks With Department Of Education Secretary Betsy DeVos
Governor Greg Abbott today held a call with United States Department of Education Secretary Betsy DeVos to discuss the recent stabbing attack at The University of Texas at Austin.
Governor Abbott Appoints Five To Texas Department Of Housing And Community Affairs
Governor Greg Abbott has appointed Paul Braden and Leo Vasquez to the Texas Department of Housing and Community Affairs (TDHCA) for terms set to expire on January 31, 2023. He also reappointed J.B. Goodwin and appointed Sharon Thomason for terms set to expire January 31, 2021 and appointed Asusena Reséndiz for a term set to expire January 31, 2019.
Governor Abbott Participates In Conference Call On Zika Virus
Governor Greg Abbott today participated in a conference call on Zika virus response and prevention efforts in Texas and across the United States.