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May 4

Governor Abbott, HHSC Announce Extension Of Emergency SNAP Benefits For May

Governor Greg Abbott today announced that the Texas Health and Human Services Commission (HHSC) is providing approximately $246 million in emergency Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP) food benefits for the month of May as the state continues its response to the COVID-19 pandemic.

May 4

Governor Abbott Delivers Remarks At Omni PGA Frisco Resort Groundbreaking

Governor Greg Abbott today delivered remarks at the groundbreaking ceremony for the Omni PGA Frisco Resort.

May 3

Governor Abbott Proclaims May 2-8 Travel And Tourism Week In Texas

Governor Greg Abbott has issued a proclamation recognizing May 2-8 as Travel and Tourism Week in Texas.

May 3

Governor Abbott Honors Law Enforcement Officers At Texas Peace Officers’ Memorial Ceremony

Governor Greg Abbott last night delivered remarks at the 2021 Peace Officers' Memorial Ceremony in Austin.

Apr 29

Governor Abbott Issues Statement On Senator Tim Scott’s Response To President Biden’s Joint Address To Congress

Governor Greg Abbott tonight issued a statement on Senator Tim Scott's response to President Joe Biden's joint address to Congress

Apr 28

Governor Abbott Responds To President Biden’s Joint Address To Congress

Governor Greg Abbott tonight issued a statement in response to President Biden's joint address to Congress

Apr 28

Governor Abbott Announces Dripping Springs Designated As Music Friendly Community

Governor Greg Abbott today announced that Dripping Springs, having completed the multi-step certification process, has been designated as a Music Friendly Community by the Texas Music Office (TMO).