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Dec 1

Governor Abbott Announces Joint SBA Preliminary Damage Assessments For Southeast Texas Storm Damage

Governor Greg Abbott today directed the Texas Division of Emergency Management (TDEM) to request officials from the U.S. Small Business Administration (SBA) join state and local partners to conduct joint preliminary damage assessments in Southeast Texas communities impacted by recent severe storms and tornadoes.

Nov 28

Governor Abbott Activates State Emergency Response Resources Ahead Of Severe Weather Threat

Governor Greg Abbott today directed the Texas Division of Emergency Management (TDEM) to activate state emergency response resources ahead of potential severe storms expected to impact Southeast and East Texas beginning tomorrow.

Nov 28

Governor Abbott Activates State Emergency Response Resources Ahead Of Severe Weather Threat

Governor Greg Abbott today directed the Texas Division of Emergency Management (TDEM) to activate state emergency response resources ahead of potential severe storms expected to impact Southeast and East Texas beginning tomorrow.

Nov 27

Governor Abbott, First Lady Abbott Deliver Meals On Wheels For Thanksgiving

Governor Greg Abbott and First Lady Cecilia Abbott today volunteered with Meals on Wheels Central Texas to deliver Thanksgiving meals to Texas families and homebound seniors in Austin.

Nov 21

Governor Abbott Demands Action On Mexico’s Water Treaty Violation

Governor Greg Abbott and the Texas Commission on Environmental Quality (TCEQ) demand Mexico immediately address their failure to meet the minimum delivery obligations to the United States under the 1944 Water Treaty.

Nov 21

Governor Abbott Appoints Steen To Texas Historical Commission

Governor Greg Abbott appointed James H.C. “Jamey” Steen to the Texas Historical Commission for a term set to expire on February 1, 2027. The Commission provides leadership and coordinates services to support projects commissioned by county historical commissions, historical societies, agencies, and institutions interested in the preservation of archeological and historical heritage.

Nov 20

Governor Abbott Announces Texas Energy Fund Loan To 455 MW Natural Gas Power Plant In Houston

Governor Greg Abbott today announced the sixth Texas Energy Fund (TxEF) loan agreement for a 455 megawatt (MW) natural gas power plant in the Houston area.

Nov 20

Governor Abbott Announces Film Friendly Texas Designation For Big Spring

Governor Greg Abbott today announced that the City of Big Spring, having completed the multi-step training and certification process, has been designated as a Film Friendly Texas Certified Community by the Texas Film Commission.