Monday, June 17, 2013 • Austin, Texas • Proclamation
Gov. Perry Renews Proclamation Extending Drought Emergency
Gov. Rick Perry has again renewed a proclamation extending drought emergency for specified counties due to the ongoing exceptional drought conditions across the state. The proclamation directs necessary resources be made available to aid response efforts and notes the ongoing strain on water resources.
Monday, June 17, 2013 • Austin, Texas • Proclamation
State of Texas Issues Disaster Declaration for Maverick County
The State of Texas has filed a disaster declaration for Maverick County as a result of severe flooding on June 14-15, 2013.
Friday, June 14, 2013 • Austin, Texas • Press Release
Gov. Perry Announces Final Decisions on Legislation
Gov. Rick Perry today announced his final decisions on legislation passed during the 83rd Regular Legislative Session. The governor applauded lawmakers for their work to keep Texas’ healthy economy the envy of the nation and a beacon for employers and families looking for the best opportunity to succeed.
Friday, June 14, 2013 • Austin, Texas • Press Release
Gov. Perry Signs Drug Screening Legislation
Gov. Rick Perry today signed Senate Bill 21, which will require mandatory drug screening as a condition for the receipt of unemployment compensation benefits by certain individuals. The governor was joined by bill author Sen. Tommy Williams and Lt. Gov. David Dewhurst for the signing ceremony.
Friday, June 14, 2013 • Austin, Texas • Press Release
Gov. Perry Announces Kohl’s to Create 1,500 Jobs in Dallas
Gov. Rick Perry today announced the state will invest $864,000 through the Texas Enterprise Fund (TEF) in Kohl's Department Stores, which is opening a customer service operations center in Dallas. Through the TEF investment, Kohl's is committed to creating 144 jobs and $54.9 million in capital investment, but anticipates creating more than 1,500 jobs at this facility.
Thursday, June 13, 2013 • Austin, Texas • Speech
Gov. Perry Gives Remarks at the Religious Freedoms Bill Signing Ceremony
Gov. Rick Perry today signed House Bill 308, which allows public school students and staff to use traditional holiday greetings and display religious scenes and symbols on school property.
Thursday, June 13, 2013 • Austin, Texas • Press Release
Gov. Perry Signs Religious Freedoms Bill
Gov. Rick Perry today signed House Bill 308, which allows public school students and staff to use traditional holiday greetings and display religious scenes and symbols on school property.
Wednesday, June 12, 2013 • Austin, Texas • Press Release
Statement by Gov. Rick Perry on FEMA’s Denial of Funds for West
The day of the West memorial service, President Obama stood in front of a grieving community and told them they would not be forgotten. He said his administration would stand with them, ready to help. We anticipate the president will hold true to his word and help us work with FEMA to ensure much-needed assistance reaches the community of West.
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