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Governor Abbott extends statewide COVID-19 disaster declaration

Gov. Greg Abbott pardons Central Texan
Posted at 1:28 PM, Jul 10, 2020
and last updated 2020-07-10 14:28:42-04

AUSTIN - Governor Greg Abbott today issued a proclamation extending his Disaster Declaration for all Texas counties in response to COVID-19. Originally issued on March 13th, the Disaster Declaration provides the state a number of resources to effectively serve Texans as the Lone Star State continues to mitigate the spread of COVID-19.

"Extending this Disaster Declaration helps ensure that Texas has the resources and flexibility needed to effectively respond to COVID-19," said Governor Abbott. "To further mitigate the spread of the virus and overcome this challenge, Texans should continue to do their part by wearing a mask, social distancing, and staying home if possible."

View the Governor's proclamation.