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Governor Abbott Declares May 3-9, 2020 Hurricane Preparedness Week
Governor Greg Abbott has issued a proclamation declaring May 3rd to the 9th as Hurricane Preparedness Week in the state of Texas.
Governor Abbott Statement On Houston Police Helicopter Crash
Governor Greg Abbott released a statement following a helicopter crash that killed one Houston Police Department officer and left another critically injured.
Governor Abbott Announces New TWC Guidance For Unemployment Claimants
Governor Greg Abbott today announced that TWC has issued new guidance to unemployment claimants concerning their eligibility for unemployment benefits should they choose not to return to work at this time due to COVID-19.
Governor Abbott Issues Disaster Declaration For Six Texas Counties Following Severe Weather
The Governor has authorized the use of all available resources of state government and of political subdivisions to aid in response efforts.
Governor Abbott, Texas A&M AgriLife Extension Service Announce Free Online Training For Child Care Providers During COVID-19 Response
The first three trainings are available on Texas A&M AgriLife’s online learning platform.
Governor Abbott Temporarily Allows For Appearance Before Notary Public Via Videoconference For Real-Estate Instruments
Governor Greg Abbott has suspended a statute concerning appearance before a notary public to acknowledge real-estate instruments such as mortgages
Governor Abbott Appeals FEMA Denial Of Major Disaster Declaration For North Texas Tornadoes
During that two-day period, ten confirmed tornadoes ripped through North Texas, causing significant damage and fully exhausting diminished state resources.
Governor Abbott Prepares State Resources As Severe Weather Threatens Parts Of Texas
Governor Greg Abbott has placed numerous resources on standby across the state in anticipation of severe weather expected to impact parts of Texas.