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Governor Abbott Announces Temporary Pause Of Additional Reopening Phases
Governor Greg Abbott today announced that the State of Texas will pause any further phases to open Texas as the state responds to the recent increase in positive COVID-19 cases and hospitalizations.
Governor Abbott Issues Executive Order Expanding Hospital Capacity
Governor Greg Abbott today issued an Executive Order to ensure hospital bed availability for COVID-19 patients as Texas faces an increase in COVID-19 cases and hospitalizations.
Governor Abbott, TDEM To Provide Free Masks To All Texans Who Are Tested At State-Run COVID-19 Mobile Testing Sites
Governor Greg Abbott today announced that the Texas Division of Emergency Management (TDEM), in partnership with the Texas Military Department, will begin distributing 3-ply surgical masks to every Texan who undergoes COVID-19 testing at state-run mobile test collection sites.
Office Of The Governor, UT Southwestern Medical Center Release New Spanish-Language COVID-19 PSA
The Office of the Governor and UT Southwestern Medical Center today released a new Spanish-language PSA on how Texans can protect themselves and others from COVID-19.
Governor Abbott Expands Local Authority On Outdoor Gatherings, Directs HHSC To Enact Emergency Rules To Increase Safety At Child Care Centers
Governor Greg Abbott has expanded the ability of mayors and county judges to impose restrictions on outdoor gatherings of over 100 people.
Governor Abbott Provides Update On COVID-19 Response, Urges Texans To Follow Guidelines
The Governor discussed several steps the state is taking to mitigate the spread of the virus in recent week.
Governor Abbott Announces $123.6 Billion Economic Impact Of Military Bases In Texas
The Comptroller estimates these military installations contributed at least $123.6 billion to the Texas economy in 2019 and supported more than 630,000 jobs in communities across the state.
Governor Abbott Announces Film Friendly Texas Designation For The City Of Burton
Governor Greg Abbott announced that the City of Burton has been designated a Film Friendly Texas community by the Texas Film Commission.