During his speech in San Marcos, Abbott announced seven emergency items for the Texas Legislature. Lawmakers can vote on bills related to these items immediately.
As a result of Winter Storm Mara, some Texans’ food may have been spoiled or destroyed. Impacted SNAP recipients can request extra benefits to help replace their lost food.
Federal lawmakers designated February as the last month emergency food assistance would be available. However, eligible Texans will still receive regular monthly benefits.
Hundreds of thousands of Texans are without power due to ice accumulation on power lines and tree limbs. These power outages are not caused by issues with the state power grid.
Visitors of Texas’ 89 state parks can submit photos taken throughout 2023 for the chance to win an H-E-B gift card, a curated experience at a Texas state park and more.