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Governor Abbott Asks President Trump To Approve 1115 Waiver For Texas’ Women’s Health Program
Governor Greg Abbott today sent a letter to President Donald Trump asking him to approve an 1115 Waiver that would reestablish a federal partnership for Texas’ women’s health program.
Commission To Rebuild Texas Update: Issue 15
Governor Greg Abbott gives top-line information on progress being made by the Commission to Rebuild Texas.
Governor Abbott Statement On Austin And Dallas Named As Finalists For Amazon’s HQ2
Governor Greg Abbott today released the following statement after Amazon announced the top 20 cities being considered for HQ2, which includes both Austin and Dallas, TX.
Gov Greg Abbott Extends Disaster Declaration For Texas Counties Impacted By Hurricane Harvey
Governor Greg Abbott today extended the State Disaster Declaration for Texas counties affected by Hurricane Harvey.
Governor Abbott Orders Increased Readiness Of State Operations Center In Anticipation Of Severe Winter Weather Conditions In Texas
Governor Greg Abbott has ordered the State Operations Center (SOC) to elevate its readiness level from Level 4 (Normal Conditions) to Level 3 (Increased Readiness) at 8:00 p.m. today as winter weather and cold temperatures are expected to impact much of the state during the next few days.
Texas To Participate In Cybersecurity Program In Partnership With SANS Institute
Governor Greg Abbott today announced a new training program, in partnership with the SANS Institute, designed to encourage young women to become involved in the field of cybersecurity.
Governor Greg Abbott Announces Extension Of Transitional Sheltering Assistance For Hurricane Victims
Governor Greg Abbott today announced that the Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) has granted Texas' request to extend the deadline for Transitional Sheltering Assistance (TSA) for victims of Hurricane Harvey.
Governor Abbott Directs TEA To Take Action To Fix Special Education In Texas
Governor Greg Abbott today sent a letter to Texas Education Agency (TEA)Commissioner Mike Morath directing him to take immediate steps to prepare an initial corrective action plan within the next seven days to reform special education in Texas.