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Children's Medicaid Loan Repayment Program

Texas is seeking applications for an innovative loan repayment program to help increase the number of doctors, dentists and specialists who provide care for children with Medicaid coverage. Providers participating in the program are eligible for up to $140,000 in loan repayments over four years if they meet targets for services provided to children on Medicaid. Applications for the first year of the program will be accepted through June 1. The application is available online.


Partners Across Texas TexVet Logo Resources for military service members, veterans, and their families

TexVet: Partners Across Texas (TexVet P.A.T.) is a collaborative effort of various local, state, and federal entities and programs to ensure the availability of a system of resources and referrals for members of our military service, veterans, and their families. Visit www.TexVet.com for information about access to available health care, social services, and support systems.


Ready or Not Have a Plan Logo Prepare for Storm Season Today

Tornadoes. Hurricanes. Floods. Wildfires. These and other disasters frequently occur in Texas during the spring and summer months. It’s too late to plan for these emergencies once a storm approaches. Now is the time to prepare yourself and your family for any emergency. Follow the easy suggestions at TexasPrepares.org or TexasPrepara.org (Spanish) today.


Together in Texas LogoMarriage Education Participation Waives State Marriage License Fee

Are wedding plans in your near future? Visit TwogetherInTexas.com for information on new legislation that waives the state’s portion of the marriage license and the 72-hour waiting period for couples who complete a free marriage education class. News Release


Photo of a family.Organ Donor Registration

Visit Glenda Dawson Donate Life – Texas Registry for more information about organ donation and instructions for registering as an organ donor online.   News Release

Last Updated April 13, 2009

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