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Nov 2

Governor Abbott, HHSC Announce Extension of Emergency SNAP Benefits for November

As part of the response to the COVID-19 pandemic, Governor Greg Abbott today announced that the Texas Health and Human Services Commission (HHSC) is providing more than $310 million in emergency Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP) food benefits for the month of November 2021.

Nov 1

Governor Abbott Calls On Texas Association of School Boards To Shield Children From Pornography, Inappropriate Content In Texas Public Schools

Governor Greg Abbott today sent a letter to Texas Association of School Boards Executive Director Dan Troxell to ensure no child is exposed to pornography or other inappropriate content in a Texas public school.

Oct 30

Governor Abbott Delivers Keynote Address At Texas’ 36th Infantry Division Change Of Command, Change Of Responsibility Ceremony

Governor Abbott today delivered the keynote address at Texas' 36th Infantry Division Change Of Command, Change Of Responsibility Ceremony in Austin.

Oct 27

Governor Abbott Delivers Remarks At Houston Region Business Coalition Monthly Meeting

Governor Greg Abbott today delivered remarks at the Houston Region Business Coalition (HRBC) monthly meeting, where he touted Texas' economic prowess and gave an update on the state's prosperous business climate.

Oct 26

Governor Abbott Readies Resources Ahead of Severe Weather Expected Across Texas

Governor Greg Abbott today readied resources ahead of severe weather expected to impact a large portion of Texas beginning this evening through the overnight hours.

Oct 22

Governor’s Committee On People With Disabilities Announces 2021 Lex Frieden Employment Awards Winners

The Office of the Governor’s Committee on People with Disabilities (GCPD) today announced the winners of the 2021 Lex Frieden Employment Awards.

Oct 21

Governor Abbott Announces National Semiconductor Centers Texas Task Force

Governor Greg Abbott today announced the formation of the National Semiconductor Centers Texas Task Force, which will coordinate the development of a proposal to the U.S. Department of Commerce with the intention of making the Lone Star State the future site of the National Semiconductor Technology Center (NSTC) and the National Advanced Packaging Manufacturing Program (NAPMP).

Oct 19

Governor Abbott Statement On Third Special Session

Governor Greg Abbott today issued a statement upon the conclusion of the third Special Session