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Governor Abbott, TDEM Announce Extension Of Federally-Supported Community-Based Testing Sites In Texas
Governor Greg Abbott and TDEM announced that the federal government has extended seven community-based testing sites in Texas.
Governor Abbott, Texas National Guard Launch Disinfection Mission For Nursing Facilities
Six teams have already been mobilized to facilities across the state with more coming online.
Governor Abbott Waives License Renewal Late Fees For Certain Occupational Licenses In Texas
This waiver applies to licenses associated with a variety of occupations such as barbers, cosmetologists, electricians, speech-language pathologists, and dyslexia therapists.
Governor Abbott Extends COVID-19 Disaster Declaration For All Texas Counties
Governor Greg Abbott today issued a proclamation extending his Disaster Declaration for all Texas counties in response to COVID-19.
Governor Abbott, Lt. Governor Patrick, Speaker Bonnen Send Letter To Congressional Leaders Urging Support For Employer Liability Protections
Governor Greg Abbott, Lieutenant Governor Dan Patrick, and House Speaker Dennis Bonnen today sent a letter to Congressional Leaders asking them to support liability protections for Texas employers.
Governor Abbott, HHSC Announce Over $1 Billion In Pandemic Food Benefits For Texas Families
P-EBT provides a one-time benefit of $285 per child, which can be used in the same way as SNAP food benefits to pay for groceries.
Governor Abbott Directs TDEM, DSHS, HHSC To Test All Nursing Home Residents, Staff In Texas
The Governor instructed HHSC, TDEM, and DSHS to develop and implement a plan based on the guidance of Vice President Mike Pence and Doctor Deborah Birx.
Governor Abbott, Lt. Governor Patrick, Speaker Bonnen, Senate Finance, House Appropriations Committee Chairs Announce Federal Funding For Local Jurisdictions
Funding will go towards reimbursement of direct expenses incurred by cities and counties due to COVID-19.