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Governor Abbott Press Office

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Governor Abbott Press Office

@GovAbbottPress

Official account for the press office of Governor @GregAbbott_TX. Building a stronger Texas.

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Jun 10
Governor Abbott directed the PUC and ERCOT to protect Texans from footing the bill for data centers. His plan requires data centers to cover their own infrastructure costs, lowers transmission costs for residents, and safeguards Texas communities and natural resources.
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Gov. Abbott announced approval of an agreement with @USDA that unlocks funding for @TAHC to hire addt'l field inspectors and specialists in emergency management and epidemiology. These efforts will strengthen the ongoing joint state/federal response to New World screwworm.
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Jun 13
Gov. Abbott launched a free online course to certify additional New World Screwworm inspectors across Texas. This initiative empowers people, & private industry, to inspect & certify livestock movement, ensuring the safety of our cattle, wildlife, & food supply remains secure.
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Texas Military Dept.
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Jun 12
Texas Guardsmen reinforce concertina wire along the Texas border to maintain security and deter transnational crime along the U.S.-Mexico border. Barrier construction is one element of the Texas Military Department’s mission to support Operation Lone Star. #OperationLoneStar
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Jun 16
Gov. Abbott announced $7M+ in Texas Talent Connection Grants for 27 workforce training & job placement programs. These grants allow Texans to gain skills needed to succeed in high-demand careers. As we train our future workforce, Texas remains the economic engine of our nation.
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Jun 16
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Governor Abbott Announces Over $7 Million In Texas Talent Connection Grants
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The Dallas Express News
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Jun 15
GOV. ABBOTT LAUNCHES FREE ONLINE TRAINING TO CERTIFY MORE NEW WORLD SCREWWORM INSPECTORS Texas A&M AgriLife Extension and state partners created the program to help protect the livestock industry and maintain agricultural supply chain movement amid the ongoing pest threat. The
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Jun 16
Gov. Abbott has issued a disaster declaration for 101 Texas counties as severe storms and flood threats continue across the state. Texans are urged to monitor local weather forcast & heed all warnings from local officials.
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Texas Game Wardens
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Jun 15
Texas Game Wardens worked through the night, responding to swift water and flooding rescue calls across multiple counties in Central to East-Central Texas. They rescued five people from vehicles that had been swept off roadways. It was a busy night for all first responders. (1/3)
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Jun 15
At Gov. Abbott’s direction, state emergency response resources remain engaged across Texas as flash flooding threats continue. Overnight, brave first responders rescued Texans trapped by floodwaters, including this rescue in McLennan County. Turn Around, Don’t Drown!
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Jun 15
Gov. Abbott directed TDEM to activate addt’l state emergency response resources & implement 24-hour operations at the State Emergency Operations Center as severe weather & flood threats continue across TX. Texans should remain weather aware & heed warnings of local officials.
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Texas Division of Emergency Management
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Jun 15
State emergency response resources have actively assisted local officials overnight in response to storms and flooding. Heavy rainfall and flash flood threats continue. If you encounter water on roadways do not attempt to drive or walk through. #TurnAroundDontDrown
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Texas Division of Emergency Management
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Jun 14
Most of Texas faces a threat of heavy rainfall and flash flooding. State emergency response resources activated by TDEM at Gov. Abbott’s direction continue to remain available to support local response operations. Monitor your local forecast, pack a go-kit, and make a plan.
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