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Dec 17

Governor Abbott Provides Update On COVID-19 Vaccine Distribution In Texas

Governor Greg Abbott today held a press conference where he provided an update on the statewide COVID-19 vaccine distribution at the UPS Distribution Center in Austin.

Dec 15

Governor Abbott Announces Denison Designated As Music Friendly Community

TMO Community Relations & Outreach Specialist Chip Adams will present the Music Friendly Community designation to Denison Mayor Janet Gott on Tuesday, December 15, 2020, at 6:00 PM during a virtual certification ceremony. 

Dec 14

Governor Abbott Attends Operation Warp Speed Briefing, Meets With CMS Administrator At The White House

Governor Greg Abbott today visited the White House where he attended a briefing on Operation Warp Speed with Vice President Mike Pence and other state and federal leaders.

Dec 11

Governor Abbott Welcomes Oracle Headquarters To Texas

Governor Greg Abbott today issued a statement after Oracle announced that they will relocate their headquarters to Texas from California:

Dec 11

State Of Texas Activates Federal COVID-19 Vaccination Program For Long-Term Care Staff, Residents

Governor Greg Abbott today announced that the State of Texas will participate in the Pharmacy Partnership for Long-Term Care Program, a federal program to vaccinate residents and staff of long-term care facilities against COVID-19.

Dec 10

Governor Abbott Announces Hiring Of Additional Staff

Governor Greg Abbott today named Dr. John Zerwas as special advisor and Steve Munisteri and Mark Miner as senior advisors.

Dec 9

Governor Abbott Announces Approval Of Major Disaster Declaration For Hurricane Laura

The Governor sent a letter to President Trump in September requesting this declaration to assist in recovery efforts following the impact of the storm.  

Dec 9

Governor Abbott Deploys DPS Resources To Houston To Combat Violent Crime, Rise In Road Rage Shootings

Governor Greg Abbott today directed the Texas Department of Public Safety (DPS) to provide support to the Houston Police Department (HPD) in their efforts to address an alarming rise in road rage-related shootings in the city of Houston.