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Governor Abbott Signs ERCOT Reforms, Power Grid Weatherization Legislation Into Law
Governor Greg Abbott today signed Senate Bills 2 and 3 into law to reform the Electric Reliability Council of Texas (ERCOT) and weatherize and improve the reliability of the state's power grid. Governor Abbott made ERCOT reform and weatherization of the power system emergency items this past session.
Governor Abbott Activates Resources As Heavy Rain, Flooding Threaten Eastern, Southern Regions Of Texas
Governor Greg Abbott today activated numerous resources to assist South, East, and Southeast Texas communities that are expected to receive heavy rain and flooding through the beginning of next week.
Governor Abbott Announces Virtual Music Friendly Community Workshop In Vidor
Governor Greg Abbott today announced the Texas Music Office (TMO) and the City of Vidor will co-host a virtual Music Friendly Community workshop on Tuesday, June 8.
Governor Abbott, HHSC Announce Extension Of Emergency SNAP Benefits For June
Governor Greg Abbott today announced that the Texas Health and Human Services Commission (HHSC) is providing approximately $208 million in emergency Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP) food benefits for the month of June as the state continues its response to the COVID-19 pandemic.
Governor Abbott Announces New Cacique, LLC Facility in Amarillo
Governor Greg Abbott today announced that Cacique, LLC (“Cacique”) will open a new food processing operation in Amarillo, Texas.
Governor Abbott, HHSC Announce Additional Food Benefits For Texas WIC Families This Summer
Governor Greg Abbott and the Texas Health and Human Services Commission (HHSC) today announced a temporary increase in food benefits for families participating in the Texas Special Supplemental Nutrition Program for Women, Infants and Children (WIC) through September 2021.
Governor Abbott Issues Disaster Declaration In Response To Border Crisis In Texas
Declaration provides more resources to address influx of unlawful immigrants
Governor Abbott Signs Back The Blue Legislation
Governor Greg Abbott today signed several pieces of legislation into law that will stop cities from defunding the police and enhance penalties for criminal activities that interfere with or harm law enforcement.