News – Proclamation

Governor Abbott Issues Proclamation To Expand Hospital Capacity In Four Additional Texas Counties

Governor Greg Abbott today issued a proclamation suspending elective surgeries at hospitals in Cameron, Hidalgo, Nueces, and Webb counties to help ensure hospital bed availability for COVID-19 patients in these communities.

Governor Abbott Extends Disaster Declaration

Governor Abbott extends state of disaster.

Governor Abbott Takes Executive Action To Contain Spread Of COVID-19

Governor Greg Abbott today issued an executive order limiting certain businesses and services as part of the state’s efforts to contain the spread of COVID-19.

Governor Abbott Expands Local Authority On Outdoor Gatherings, Directs HHSC To Enact Emergency Rules To Increase Safety At Child Care Centers

Previously, this applied only to outdoor gatherings over 500 people.

Governor Abbott Extends Disaster Declaration In June 2020 Amid COVID-19 Pandemic

Governor Greg Abbott extended the disaster declaration in June 2020 for all Texas counties affected by COVID-19.

Governor Abbott Extends Disaster Declaration In June 2020 For Texas Counties Affected By Hurricane Harvey

Governor Greg Abbott extended the disaster declaration in June 2020 for Texas counties affected by Hurricane Harvey.

Governor Abbott Declares State of Disaster Following Violent Protests

Governor Abbott declares state of disaster after violent protests.

Governor Abbott Announces Additional Services And Activities That Can Open Under Phase II

Governor Greg Abbott issued a proclamation expanding additional services and activities that can open under Phase II of the state's plan to safely and strategically open.