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Governor Abbott Announces Over $6 Million In Grant Funding For Rural Hospitals
Governor Greg Abbott announced today that the Texas Health and Human Services Commission (HHSC) is awarding $6.25 million in grant funding to eligible hospitals that serve rural communities.
Governor Abbott Appoints Bielamowicz To Texas Behavioral Health Executive Council
Governor Greg Abbott appointed John Bielamowicz to the Texas Behavioral Health Executive Council for a term set to expire on February 1, 2031.
Governor Abbott Names Chair, Appoints Three To Chronic Kidney Disease Task Force
Governor Greg Abbott appointed Jose Almeda, M.D., Lauren Ramsey, and Leila Williams, D.O. to the Chronic Kidney Disease Task Force for terms to expire at the pleasure of the Governor.
Governor Abbott Appoints Clement, Buford To State Soil And Water Conservation Board
Governor Greg Abbott appointed James Clement III, and reappointed Tina Yturria Buford to the State Soil and Water Conservation Board for terms set to expire on February 1, 2027, and February 1, 2026, respectively.
Governor Abbott Congratulates Brenham As Tourism Friendly Texas Certified Community
Governor Greg Abbott today congratulated the City of Brenham on being designated as a Tourism Friendly Texas Certified Community by Travel Texas in the inaugural year of the program after completing the multi-step certification process.
Governor Abbott Proclaims April 2025 As Sexual Assault Awareness Month
Governor Greg Abbott today issued a proclamation recognizing April 2025 as Sexual Assault Awareness and Prevention Month in Texas.
Governor Abbott Announces EPIC City May Not Begin Construction
Governor Greg Abbott today announced that the Texas Commission on Environmental Quality (TCEQ) found that the East Plano Islamic Center (EPIC) and affiliated entities have not obtained the required authorizations or permits needed for construction and development of the proposed project.
Governor Abbott Announces Joint FEMA Preliminary Damage Assessments For South Texas Flood Damage
Governor Greg Abbott announced today that he directed the Texas Division of Emergency Management (TDEM) to request that Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) officials join state and local partners in conducting joint preliminary damage assessments in South Texas communities impacted by recent flooding.