News

Apr 29

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

Apr 28

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.

Apr 28

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.

Apr 27

Governor Abbott Announces Phase One To Open Texas, Establishes Statewide Minimum Standard Health Protocols

Governor Greg Abbott today announced the first phase of the State of Texas' ongoing plan to safely and strategically open Texas while minimizing the spread of COVID-19.

Apr 24

Governor Abbott, TDEM, DSHS Announce Statewide COVID-19 Test Collection Online Map

The interactive map displays detailed information on public and private mobile, walk-in, and drive-thru test collection sites around the state.

Apr 24

Governor Abbott, TDHCA Secure Financial Housing Assistance

These TBRA funds have been made possible through a series of waivers recently authorized by the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD).

Apr 23

Governor Abbott, Chancellor Sharp, Chief Kidd Announce COVID-19 Federal Assistance Training For Local Leaders

Governor Greg Abbott today announced that Texas A&M AgriLife Extension Service will provide a series of free online trainings to help local officials.

Apr 23

Governor Abbott, Judge Sydney Murphy Provide Update On Polk County Recovery Efforts

Governor Greg Abbott and Polk County Judge Sydney Murphy today issued a joint statement in response to the severe weather, including a tornado, that touched down in Polk County last night.