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News from September 2025


Texas extends disaster unemployment application deadline for flood victims

Governor Greg Abbott announced that the Texas Workforce Commission (TWC) has received federal approval to extend the deadline for Disaster Unemployment Assistance (DUA) applications.


Governor Abbott honors officers at annual CLEAT convention with Officer of the Year awards

Governor Greg Abbott presented the Texas Officer of the Year Awards at the Combined Law Enforcement Associations of Texas (CLEAT) annual convention, recognizing law enforcement officers for their service in keeping Texas communities safe.


Texas announces inaugural Women’s Leadership Conference for February 2026

Governor Greg Abbott and First Lady Cecilia Abbott have announced the first Texas Women’s Leadership Conference, set for February 4-5, 2026 at the AT&T Center in Austin.


Governor Abbott honors first responders at annual Star Of Texas Awards

Governor Greg Abbott presented awards to peace officers, firefighters, and first responders at the 2025 Star Of Texas Awards ceremony in Austin.


Governor Abbott announces Lex Frieden Employment Award winners for supporting workers with disabilities

Governor Greg Abbott has announced the recipients of the 2025 Lex Frieden Employment Awards, recognizing Texas employers and individuals for their efforts in hiring and supporting people with disabilities.


Governor Abbott orders state agencies to restrict youth access to hemp-derived products

Governor Greg Abbott has issued an executive order instructing several Texas state agencies to take immediate steps to protect children from hemp-derived products.


Governor Abbott seeks SBA disaster aid after July 4th flooding impacts several Texas counties

Governor Greg Abbott has formally requested a disaster declaration from the U.S. Small Business Administration (SBA) for several Texas counties affected by severe flooding over the July 4th weekend.


Governor Abbott issues statement on death of Charlie Kirk

Governor Greg Abbott has issued a statement after the assassination and death of Charlie Kirk. “Cecilia and I are heartbroken by the assassination and passing of Charlie Kirk,” said Governor Abbott. “Charlie’s voice was a beacon for millions of...


Abbott appoints three members to Texas Board of Respiratory Care

Governor Greg Abbott has appointed Matthew Goldwater and reappointed Samuel Brown and Dr. Hammad Qureshi to the Texas Board of Respiratory Care, with their terms set to expire on February 1, 2031.


Governor Abbott activates emergency resources ahead of severe weather threat in West Texas

Governor Greg Abbott has instructed the Texas Division of Emergency Management (TDEM) to activate state emergency response resources in anticipation of severe storms expected to affect West Texas over the coming weekend.


Governor Abbott signs bill banning Sharia-based housing developments in Texas

Governor Greg Abbott has signed House Bill 4211 into law, targeting residential property developments such as EPIC City that were alleged to be creating Sharia compounds and engaging in discriminatory practices against Texans.


Governor Abbott offers $20,000 reward in Harris County fatal stabbing case

Governor Greg Abbott has announced that the Office of the Governor’s Public Safety Office is offering a reward of up to $20,000 for information leading to the identification and arrest of those responsible for the fatal stabbing of Austin Kanuch...


Temple receives designation as Tourism Friendly Texas Certified Community

The City of Temple has been recognized as a Tourism Friendly Texas Certified Community by Travel Texas, following the completion of a multi-step certification process.


Abbott announces $7.9 million in grants for Gulf Coast veteran groups

Governor Greg Abbott has announced that more than $7.9 million in Funds for Veterans’ Assistance (FVA) grants have been awarded to 38 organizations serving veterans and their families in the Southeast Texas Gulf Coast and Houston area.


4710 Serenity Trail, Fresno sold on Sept. 15

On Sept. 15, Navida Estupinan and Ayden Naim Estupinan-White purchased a property at 4710 Serenity Trail, Fresno from Michele Marie Reed.


818 Crabapple Way, Rosenberg purchased by Schofield Ha

A property at 818 Crabapple Way, Rosenberg was sold on Sept. 15 by Schofield Ha and Schofield Gerald Ian for $153,867. The buyer was Schofield Ha.


Harris Central Appraisal District Board of Directors met Sept. 17

Harris Central Appraisal District Board of Directors met Wednesday, Sept. 17


Nehls and Davids report progress after ATC/NAS modernization working group session

Aviation Subcommittee Chairman Troy E. Nehls (R-TX-22) and Representative Sharice Davids (D-KS-03) issued a joint statement after the fourth meeting of the bipartisan Air Traffic Control (ATC)/National Airspace System (NAS) Modernization Working...


University of Houston projects reach finals in $50M Gulf Futures Challenge

Two University of Houston (UH) projects have been selected as finalists in the $50 million Gulf Futures Challenge, a competition sponsored by the National Academies of Science, Engineering and Medicine’s Gulf Coast Research Program and Lever for...


Brays Oaks Management District Board of Directors met Sept. 16

Brays Oaks Management District Board of Directors met Tuesday, Sept. 16