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Ten more Texas counties receive federal disaster aid after severe flooding
Ten more Texas counties have been added to the federal disaster declaration following recent flooding, Governor Greg Abbott announced.
By Houston Daily | Aug 3, 2025
Governor Abbott activates emergency response for Panhandle flood threat
Governor Greg Abbott has ordered the Texas Division of Emergency Management (TDEM) to activate state emergency response resources in anticipation of heavy rainfall and potential flash flooding in the Panhandle region through the end of the week.
By Houston Daily | Aug 3, 2025
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Governor Abbott announces upcoming Small Business Summit in Pharr
By Houston Daily | Aug 3, 2025
Governor Greg Abbott has announced that the next Governor’s Small Business Summit will take place in Pharr on August 7, 2025.
Hallettsville receives recognition as Tourism Friendly Texas Certified Community
By Houston Daily | Aug 3, 2025
The City of Hallettsville has been recognized as a Tourism Friendly Texas Certified Community by Travel Texas, following the completion of a certification process aimed at supporting local tourism initiatives.
Governor Abbott announces start of construction on Lubbock Psychiatric Center
By Houston Daily | Aug 3, 2025
Construction has started on the new Lubbock Psychiatric Center, according to an announcement by Governor Greg Abbott.
Governor Abbott announces $99M in tax credits for affordable housing
By Houston Daily | Jul 31, 2025
Governor Greg Abbott has announced that the Texas Department of Housing and Community Affairs (TDHCA) has awarded over $99 million in housing tax credits.
Governor Abbott requests federal disaster aid for Real County after severe flooding
By Houston Daily | Jul 31, 2025
Governor Greg Abbott has directed the Texas Division of Emergency Management to request that Real County be added to President Donald J. Trump’s Major Disaster Declaration following severe flooding in Texas.
Governor Abbott renews flooding disaster proclamation for multiple Texas counties
By Houston Daily | Jul 31, 2025
Governor Greg Abbott has amended and renewed a disaster proclamation initially issued on July 4, 2025.
Governor Abbott adds four counties amid continued flooding recovery
By Houston Daily | Jul 31, 2025
Governor Greg Abbott has expanded the state disaster declaration to include Edwards, Kinney, Real, and Schleicher counties following severe flooding in Texas.
Governor Abbott announces major expansion by Collins Aerospace in Richardson
By Houston Daily | Jul 31, 2025
Governor Greg Abbott has announced that Collins Aerospace, an RTX business, will expand its manufacturing and research operations in Richardson.
Abbott congratulates City of Paris on becoming digital media friendly
By Houston Daily | Jul 31, 2025
Governor Greg Abbott has congratulated the City of Paris for being designated as the fourth Digital Media Friendly Texas Certified Community.
Governor Abbott activates emergency resources ahead of tropical weather
By Houston Daily | Jul 31, 2025
Governor Greg Abbott has instructed the Texas Division of Emergency Management (TDEM) to activate state emergency response resources in anticipation of a tropical weather system.
Governor Abbott extends SNAP benefit deadline after Texas floods
By Houston Daily | Jul 31, 2025
Governor Greg Abbott announced an extension for SNAP replacement benefits following severe flooding in Texas.
Governor Abbott congratulates Borger on becoming certified tourism friendly community
By Houston Daily | Jul 31, 2025
Governor Greg Abbott has extended his congratulations to the City of Borger for achieving the designation of a Tourism Friendly Texas Certified Community by Travel Texas.
De La Cruz joins Sykes in Ohio for tours highlighting women's contributions
By Houston Daily | Jul 25, 2025
This week, Congresswoman Monica De La Cruz from Texas' 15th district joined Emilia Sykes, co-chair of the Bipartisan Women's Caucus (BWC), for a visit to Akron, Ohio.
De La Cruz introduces bill for HUD whistleblower protection
By Houston Daily | Jul 25, 2025
Housing and Insurance Subcommittee Vice Chair Monica De La Cruz, representing Texas' 15th district, has introduced the bipartisan Whistleblower Protection Act.
Governor Abbott announces 2025 Texas Women's Hall of Fame inductees
By Houston Daily | Jul 24, 2025
Governor Greg Abbott has announced the induction of five women into the Texas Women’s Hall of Fame for 2025.
Governor Abbott discusses flood response efforts in San Angelo
By Houston Daily | Jul 24, 2025
Governor Greg Abbott held a briefing and press conference at the Spur Arena to discuss Texas' ongoing response to severe flooding.
Governor Abbott activates state emergency resources amid tropical weather threat
By Houston Daily | Jul 24, 2025
Governor Greg Abbott has instructed the Texas Division of Emergency Management (TDEM) to mobilize state emergency resources due to anticipated tropical weather threatening Southeast and East Texas.
Texas leads nation in job creation with over 198K new jobs
By Houston Daily | Jul 24, 2025
Governor Greg Abbott has announced that Texas leads the United States in annual job creation, with an increase of 198,300 nonfarm jobs over the past year.