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Texas Holocaust And Genocide Commission Extends Application Deadline For 5th Annual Outstanding Educator Award
The Texas Holocaust and Genocide Commission (THGC) today announced that it has extended its application deadline for the Friends of THGC’s 5th Annual Dr. Anna Steinberger Outstanding Educator Award to Friday, April 30th.
Governor Abbott Hosts Small Business Roundtable To Discuss COVID-19 Liability Legislation
Governor Greg Abbott today held a roundtable discussion with employees of Bison Coolers in Fort Worth.
Governor Abbott Directs TCEQ To Look Into New Unaccompanied Minor Facility In Pecos
Governor Abbott today issued a statement after the Biden Administration announced that it is opening a fourth holding facility, located in Pecos, for unaccompanied minors who have crossed the border into Texas.
Governor Abbott Blasts President Biden Over Conditions At Unaccompanied Minor Facilities
Governor Greg Abbott today blasted the Biden Administration for the conditions of the federally run unaccompanied minor facilities in Texas caused by the sudden surge of minors coming across the border.
Governor Abbott Announces Expansion Of Operation Lone Star To Include Anti-Human Trafficking Efforts
Governor Greg Abbott today announced the expansion of Operation Lone Star to include efforts to crack down on human trafficking related to illegal border crossings.
Governor Abbott Statement On The Resignation Of PUC Commissioner D’Andrea
Governor Greg Abbott tonight issued a statement on the resignation of the Public Utility Commission (PUC) Commissioner Arthur D'Andrea
Governor Abbott Places State Resources On Standby In Preparation For Severe Weather Across Texas
Governor Abbott today placed numerous resources on standby in preparation for heavy rainfall, flash flooding, and damaging winds that are expected in North, Central, and East Texas this evening through tomorrow morning. Blizzard-like conditions are also possible in the Panhandle.
Governor Abbott Announces Third Week Of Save Our Seniors Initiative In 28 Counties
Governor Greg Abbott today announced that the Texas Division of Emergency Management (TDEM), the Texas Department of State Health Services (DSHS), and the Texas Military Department (TMD) have confirmed 28 participating counties for the third week of the Save Our Seniors initiative.