Abbott Alerts are your latest update on all things Texas politics!
April 9th, 2020
"The Abbott Alerts newsletter allows you to stay up to date on the latest news, and I'll let you know what we are doing to keep Texas the most exceptional state in America."
CORONAVIRUS EDITION
NEW PRESTIGE AMERITECH AND TMD PARTNERSHIP TO INCREASE MASK PRODUCTION IN TEXAS
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Governor Abbott announced a new partnership between Prestige Ameritech and the Texas Military Department to increase mask production for front line health care workers.
Prestige Ameritech's 24-hour operation at their headquarters near Fort Worth will be staffed in part by members of the Texas National Guard 36th Infantry Division and will produce 2 million masks per week.
Thank you to the private companies across Texas for ensuring our health care providers have adequate personal protective equipment (PPE) as the state continues to respond to COVID-19.
INCREASING PERSONAL PROTECTION EQUIPMENT IN TEXAS
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The Supply Chain Strike Force
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is working closely with the Texas Division of Emergency Management to distribute more PPE across the state of Texas.
With PPE continuing to flow into the state, we are strengthening Texas’ ability to protect health care workers and the patients they serve.
For more information on PPE distribution across the state, click HERE.
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WORKING ALONGSIDE LOCAL LEADERS IN TEXAS
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Yesterday I hosted a conference call with county judges and mayors to provide an update on the Lone Star State’s response to COVID-19.
We remain in close contact with local leaders across Texas. I am thankful for our local partners' hard work and dedication as we continue to combat COVID-19 and flatten the curve.
WATCH: A MESSAGE TO TEXANS AS NEW ORDER GOES INTO EFFECT
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The new Executive Order issued last week requires all Texans to stay home unless performing an essential service or activity. A list of essential services or activities can be found here.
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By continuing to follow social distancing practices, we will slow the spread of COVID-19 and save lives.
TEXAS WORKFORCE COMMISION UPDATING UNEMPLOYMENT CLAIMS PROCESS
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The Texas Workforce Commission (TWC) has announced they will backdate unemployment claims to the date Texans are laid off, rather than when they file a claim.
TWC is also adding staff to their team to help process claims quicker as Texas continues to combat COVID-19.
The State is working to make sure Texans get their benefits as soon as possible.
TAKING ROBUST ACTION TO EXPAND HOSPITAL BED CAPACITY
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Over the past several weeks, Texas has taken action to ensure that every Texan who needs a hospital bed will have access to one.
Hospital bed availability has increased by more than 140% since March 18th.
More details on the actions taken by the state to expand hospital bed capacity can be found HERE.
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The best thing Texans can do to help maintain hospital capacity is continue following CDC guidelines for social distancing unless engaged in essential services or activities.
Staying home saves lives.
HEALTHCARE EXPRESS IN LONGVIEW BEGINS COVID-19 TESTING
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HealthCare Express in Longview began offering COVID-19 testing last Thursday and plans to provide results in one to two days.
Additional testing sites throughout the state are opening every day. As a result, we are increasing testing in Texas by about 10% per day, compounded daily.
APPLE SUPPLIES 10 MILLION FACE MASKS IN RESPONSE TO COVID19
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A BIG thanks to Apple for supplying a massive amount of face masks to help us combat the Coronavirus.
These are being distributed across Texas immediately.
NEW INITIATIVE: COMFORT FOOD PACKAGES FOR TEXAS FAMILIES
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Last week, my office partnered with the Texas Restaurant Association to launch the Comfort Food Care Package program.
This program provides meals to families in need while also supporting local businesses.
Interested in providing Comfort Food Care Packages to families in your community? Learn more HERE.
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CARE.COM INITIATIVE TO INCREASE IN-HOME CHILD CARE ACCESS FOR FRONT LINE WORKERS
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Care.com is increasing in-home child care access for frontline workers responding to COVID-19 by offering 90 days of free, premium access to their services.
I am grateful for Care.com’s commitment to ensuring accessible child care is available to Texans during these unprecedented times.
Frontline workers and prospective caregivers can enroll HERE
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for childcare services.
WE’RE ALL IN THIS TOGETHER
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The Get Shift Done for North Texas Initiative connects hourly restaurant workers with local nonprofits to provide jobs and feed families during this public health emergency.
I am proud of the many Texans stepping up to help fellow neighbors.
WATCH: THANK YOU TO OUR GROCERY STORE WORKERS
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Thank you to our grocery store workers who work tirelessly to ensure Texans have the supplies they need.
Everyone across our state appreciates your tireless work to keep stores stocked as Texas continues to respond to COVID-19.
ANNOUNCING THE TEXAS MENTAL HEALTH SUPPORT LINE
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Texas Health and Human Services (HHSC) has launched a 24/7 statewide mental health support line to help Texans experiencing anxiety, stress, or emotional challenges due to COVID-19.
You can call (833) 986-1919. For more information, visit the HHSC website HERE.
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TEXANS HELPING TEXANS
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We are grateful that so many Texans are stepping up to help others in need. If you have any supplies to donate, or would like to volunteer your time, click HERE.
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