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March 13, 2020

Thank you for subscribing to my e-newsletter. Below you will find updates from federal, state and local agencies. Should you have any questions about the information below, please do not hesitate to contact us using the contact details listed at the end of this newsletter.

As concerns and questions related to COVID-19 continue to increase, we have incorpporated as much information as possible in our weekly newsletter. Of course, we will include pertinent state agency updates as always. Please make a note of the contact information for the Harris County Public Health call center, posted below, where you can get up-to-date information and answers to any questions you may have.

Should you have questions regarding anything in this newsletter, please feel free to contact us directly using the information provided at the bottom of this email.

Sincerely,
March 2020 Calendar
Download my March 2020 calendar by clicking the link below. This month is full of events in and around Texas that could be fun or useful to you and your family! This new format allows you to save the document for printing or sending to your family members.
 
Keep watch for these updated calendars at the beginning of each month. Important local and legislative dates and events will be posted here.
Harris County COVID-19
Contact Information
Updates from Austin
Governor Abbott, DSHS Commissioner Hellerstedt Urge Texans To Take Preventative
Measures Against Coronavirus
Governor Abbott, DSHS Commissioner Hellerstedt Urge...

Governor Greg Abbott and Texas Department of State Health Services (DSHS) Commissioner John Hellerstedt, MD, today urged Texans to continue taking preventative measures against Coronavirus (COVID-19) to contain the spread of the disease.

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gov.texas.gov
House Public Health Committee Meets to Discuss the State's Preparedness to Coronavirus
TEA Update: COVID-19 Initial Guidance and FAQs
TEA Update: COVID-19 Initial Guidance and FAQs

The Texas Education Agency (TEA) continues to work with the Office of the Governor, Texas Department of State Health Services (DSHS) and the Texas Division of Emergency Management (TDEM) to coordinate and plan the state's response to COVID-19....

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tea.texas.gov
Governor Abbott, TDI Ask Health Insurance Providers To Waive Costs Associated With Coronavirus
Governor Abbott, TDI Ask Health Insurance Providers To...

Governor Greg Abbott and the Texas Department of Insurance (TDI) today announced that they have asked health insurers and health maintenance organizations operating in Texas to waive costs associated with the testing and telemedicine visits for...

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gov.texas.gov
DPS Takes Preventative Measures Against COVID-19, Encourages Texans to do the Same
TXDPS - March 12, 2020 DPS Takes Preventative Measures...

AUSTIN - The Texas Department of Public Safety (DPS) is taking preventative measures against coronavirus disease 2019 (COVID-19) by implementing additional sanitation practices at driver license (DL) offices and issuing guidance to

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www.dps.texas.gov
Texas Joins Electronic Registration
Information Center
Texas Joins Electronic Registration Information Center

AUSTIN - The Office of the Secretary of State today announced that Texas will become the 30th state to join the Electronic Registration Information Center (ERIC), a non-profit consortium of member states. ERIC's mission is to assist states in...

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www.sos.state.tx.us
Governor Abbott, Texas Division Of Emergency Management Appeal FEMA Public Assistance Denial For Tropical Storm Imelda
Governor Abbott, Texas Division Of Emergency Management...

Governor Greg Abbott today announced that the State of Texas has appealed the Federal Emergency Management Agency's (FEMA) denial of Texas' Major Disaster Declaration request for Public Assistance for Tropical Storm Imelda. The Governor initially ...

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gov.texas.gov
Updates From the District
Judge Lina Hidalgo Declares
Public Health Emergency Disaster
City of Houston Harvey Recovery Update
On Wednesday, Chief Recovery Officer Stephen Costello presented in front of Houston City Council on the progress of recovery efforts with a focus on infrastructure.
HURRICANE HARVEY RECOVERY: STEPS TOWARDS IMPLEMENTATION

Hurricane Harvey had a devastating impact on Houston, displacing many of its residents and destroying property and lives. But Houston’s commitment to recovery and resiliency is stronger than ever.

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www.houstontx.gov
Constituent Resources
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Contact Information
State Representative
Dan Huberty

Casey Christman
Chief of Staff

Jack Reed
Legislative Director
Capitol Physical Address:
1100 Congress Avenue E2.408 Austin, TX 78701

Capitol Mailing Address:
P.O. Box 2910 
Austin, TX 78768 

Capitol Phone:
(512) 463-0520

Capitol Fax:
(512) 463-1606
District Address: 
4501 Magnolia Cove
 Suite 201
Kingwood, TX 77345

District Phone:
(281) 360-9410
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