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Sens. Cruz, Cornyn Urge the President to Support Gov. Abbott’s Disaster Declaration Request

If granted, the declaration would allow FEMA to provide personal protective equipment (PPE), medical and testing supplies, medical response personnel, and hospital beds for Texans.

03.25.2020
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Beware of Coronavirus Scammers

Scammers have started using the coronavirus pandemic to take advantage of the public.

03.25.2020
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VLB open to serve Veterans

 The Veterans Land Board is open and ready to serve Veterans.

03.25.2020
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53% Approve of President Trump’s CoronaVirus Response, Fueled by Democrat's & Independent's Increases

Approval of Donald Trump’s handling of the CoronaVirus crisis has jumped 10% in less than a week. White House advisers say they've been focusing the president's efforts on responding to the crisis, as opposed to the opposition displayed this week by Senate Democrats & House Speaker Nancy Pelosi.

03.24.2020
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State Update: 14 Essential Coronavirus Response Items

My first priority is ensuring the health and safety of my fellow Texans and stopping this virus so we can get back to our normal lives.

03.24.2020
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Congressman Thornberry's Statement on Delayed Coronavirus (COVID-19) Relief 

Mac Thornberry (R-Clarendon) released the following statement on the status of negotiations for the third Coronavirus (COVID-19) economic relief package.  

03.24.2020
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Brady on Fox Business: “I think the design of this bill really tackles the economic challenges”

Ways and Means Republican Leader Kevin Brady (R-TX) joined Stuart Varney on Fox Business to talk about the federal response to the novel coronavirus.

03.24.2020
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Brady Supports President’s Decision to Give Taxpayers the Option to Extend Tax Filings to July 15

Treasury Secretary Steven Mnuchin announced President Trump’s decision to move the deadline for tax filing to July 15. Taxpayers can still file their taxes and seek a refund now.

03.23.2020
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Rep. Cuellar’s Statement on the U.S.-Mexico Border Closing to Non-Essential Travel

The U.S.-Mexico border will close to non-essential travel to limit the spread of coronavirus. “Non-essential travel” includes travel that is considered tourism or recreational in nature.

03.23.2020
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Governor Abbott Issues Executive Order Increasing Hospital Capacity, Announces Supply Chain Strike Force For COVID-19 Response

Governor Greg Abbott signed an Executive Order to expand hospital bed capacity as the state responds to the COVID-19 virus.

03.23.2020
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Food Banks Praise Passage of Federal Coronavirus Bill

Food banks and nutrition advocates praised the bipartisan passage of the Families First Coronavirus Response Act in Congress.

03.23.2020
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RRC Chairman Wayne Christian Comments on Oil Markets, Proration, and Filling SPR

In order to stabilize markets, a few oil and gas producers have suggested that the Railroad Commission of Texas resume prorating the production of oil.

03.23.2020
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TWC Waves Certain Requirements for Unemployment Benefits Services

Texas Gov. Greg Abbott instructed the Texas Workforce Commission (TWC) to waive the waiting week, for Unemployment Benefits.

03.20.2020
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State Rep. Todd Hunter: Here's How We Fight the COVID-19 CoronaVirus

Gov. Greg Abbott has assured us that Texas is prepared to deal with the CoronaVirus – and to that end, Texans must work together to combat it. Here are some key links and information.

03.20.2020
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Congressman Brady Urges FRA to Extend Public Comment Period on High Speed Rail 

Congressman Kevin Brady (TX-08) statement after sending a letter to the Federal Railroad Administration (FRA) in response to their decision to cancel a public hearing in Navasota, Texas due to COVID-19

03.20.2020
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Sen. Cruz Votes in Favor of Second Coronavirus Relief Package

 This bill will provide much-needed relief for the men and women in Texas whoare hurting as a result of this outbreak, including waivers to allow schools to continue serving meals during temporary closure.

03.20.2020
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Rep. Cuellar Calls on the Use of the Defense Production Act Powers Immediately

Henry Cuellar (TX-28) calls on President Trump to immediately use the Defense Production Act to address the widespread shortages of crucial materials during the coronavirus pandemic. . .

03.20.2020
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