Office of the Governor Greg Abbott
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Texas Governor's 12th migrant bus to sanctuary city Los Angeles sparks possible legal showdown
Texas Governor Greg Abbott's decision to send a 12th migrant bus to Los Angeles has ignited a legal showdown between the state and the city. The bus, carrying 64 migrants from various countries, arrived at Union Station on September 4th, prompting questions about the boundaries of state and city immigration policies. This move comes amidst a surging border crisis and has intensified the ongoing debate over immigration enforcement in a sanctuary city.
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Abbott initiates rapid testing program to assist in early detection of COVID-19
Governor Greg Abbott and the Texas Division of Emergency Management (TDEM) have announced that they come together to begin a COVID-19 Rapid Testing Pilot Program, designed to keep front line workers in Texas safe.
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Abbott increases occupancy levels for businesses as progress is made against COVID-19
Gov. Greg Abbott recently updated residents on the state's ongoing conflict with the COVID-19 pandemic.
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Brown is appointed lead officer of the Webb County-City of Laredo Regional Mobility Authority
Gov. Greg Abbott has reappointed Jed Alton Brown as the lead officer of the Webb County-City of Laredo Regional Mobility Authority.
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Schools re-opening, COVID-19 testing among topics discussed in virtual meeting with governor
The capacity of South Texas hospitals, testing, mitigation and school re-openings were among the topics Laredo and Eagle Pass City officials recently discussed during a virtual meeting with Gov. Greg Abbott regarding the COVID-19 pandemic.
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From Lone Star Standard
Abbott extends early voting period for July 14 primary runoff elections
The early voting period for the July 14 primary runoff elections in Texas is now twice as long as because of uncertainties related to the COVID-19 pandemic.