News – Press Release
Governor Abbott Statement On U.S. Senate Vote To Approve Hurricane Harvey Funding
Governor Greg Abbott today released the following statement after the United States Senate voted to allocate $15.25 billion as an initial down payment to Texas in the aftermath of Hurricane Harvey.
Governor Abbott Directs Tri-Agency Partners To Design Workforce Response To Support Communities Impacted By Harvey
Governor Greg Abbott today has charged Tri-Agency Workforce Partners, including the Texas Workforce Commission, Texas Education Agency and Texas Higher Education Coordinating Board with developing an education and workforce training plan to support the rebuilding of communities impacted by Hurricane Harvey and to put Texans back to work.
Governor Abbott Extends Suspension Of Hotel Occupancy Tax After Hurricane Harvey
Governor Abbott today extended his proclamation suspending both the state and local Hotel and Motel Occupancy Tax for relief-effort personnel and victims of the storm statewide.
Governor Abbott Announces Commission To Rebuild Texas
Governor Greg Abbott today announced the Governor's Commission to Rebuild Texas, which will be led by Texas A&M University System Chancellor John Sharp.
Governor Abbott Suspends Waiting Period For Insurance Companies To Pay Claims To Vehicle Owners Impacted By Harvey
Governor Greg Abbott today took action to expedite insurance claims for Texans whose vehicles have been totaled by Hurricane Harvey.
Governor Abbott Speaks With German Chancellor Merkel Regarding Hurricane Harvey
Governor Greg Abbott today spoke with German Chancellor Angela Merkel to discuss the response to Hurricane Harvey.
Governor Abbott Statement On U.S. House Of Representatives Vote To Approve Harvey Relief Down Payment
Governor Greg Abbott today released the following statement after the United States House of Representatives voted to allocate $7.85 billion as an initial down payment to Texas in the aftermath of Hurricane Harvey.
Governor Abbott Visits Wharton And Beaumont Communities Impacted By Hurricane Harvey
Governor Greg Abbott today visited the storm-affected areas of Wharton and Beaumont, TX where he met with local officials, and received on-site updates on the recovery efforts currently underway.