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Governor Abbott, Doctor John Zerwas Provide Update On Texas’ Hospital Capacity
The Governor noted that despite an uptick in positive cases, there continues to be abundant hospital capacity.
Office Of The Governor, Dallas Cowboys Linebacker Jaylon Smith Release New COVID-19 PSA: “Wear A Mask On And Off The Field”
The Office of the Governor and Dallas Cowboys Linebacker Jaylon Smith released a new public service announcement (PSA) entitled, "Wear A Mask On And Off The Field."
Office Of The Governor, Nolan Ryan Release New COVID-19 PSA: “Don’t Be A Knucklehead”
The Office of the Governor and Baseball Hall-Of-Famer, Nolan Ryan released a new public service announcement (PSA) entitled, "Don't Be A Knucklehead."
Governor Abbott, DSHS Distribute Additional Round Of Antiviral Drug Remdesivir Across Texas
Governor Greg Abbott announced that the Texas Department of State Health Services (DSHS) is distributing additional cases of the antiviral drug remdesivir to hospitals across Texas.
Governor Abbott Announces Virtual Music Friendly Community Workshop For City Of Alpine
Governor Abbott announced the Texas Music Office (TMO) and the City of Alpine will co-host a virtual Music Friendly Community workshop on Tuesday, June 9.
Governor Abbott, TDEM Announce Expanded Testing In Underserved Communities Disproportionately Impacted By COVID-19
TDEM is already working with local officials in the cities of Dallas, San Antonio, Houston, El Paso, Abilene, the Rio Grande Valley, the Coastal Bend, Laredo, and Midland-Odessa.
Governor Abbott Holds Briefing On Tropical Storm Cristobal, Provides Update On Hurricane Preparedness
Governor Greg Abbott held a press conference where he provided an update on Tropical Storm Cristobal, as well as hurricane preparedness and special COVID-19 considerations.
Governor Abbott, HHSC Announce Extension Of Emergency SNAP Benefits During COVID-19 Pandemic
HHSC received federal approval from the U.S. Department of Agriculture to extend the maximum, allowable amount of SNAP benefits to recipients based on family size.