April 29, 2009
AUSTIN – Gov. Rick Perry today bolstered the state’s precautionary measures to address the swine flu threat as a result of confirmed cases in certain parts of the state by issuing a disaster declaration for the entire state of Texas. The disaster declaration allows the state to implement emergency protective measures and seek reimbursement under the federal Stafford Act for protective measures associated with the state’s response to this public health threat.
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AUSTIN – Gov. Rick Perry today criticized the Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) for its denial Tuesday of the state’s appeal for an increased federal cost share for protective measures and recovery operations related to Hurricane Ike which made landfall on the Texas coast Sept. 13, 2008. - May 04, 2009 - Statement by Gov. Perry Regarding Senate Passage of Eminent Domain Legislation
AUSTIN – “I am pleased the Senate today passed legislation that codifies much needed eminent domain protections for Texas property owners. By clearly defining these essential safeguards, we can shield landowners from abuses of eminent domain for generations to come. - Apr 30, 2009 - Statement by Gov. Perry Regarding Senate Passage of Choose Life License Plate
AUSTIN – “I am pleased the Senate has passed legislation authorizing the creation of a Choose Life specialty license plate. Texans have long been able to support their causes in this way, so I’m glad they can do so now to assist pregnant women who are considering adoption as an alternative to abortion for their unborn children.” - Apr 30, 2009 - Gov. Perry Meets with San Antonio Officials to Discuss State, Local Response to Swine Flu Situation
SAN ANTONIO – Gov. Rick Perry today met with San Antonio-area government, emergency management, health and education officials to discuss ongoing issues relating to the swine flu (H1N1) virus. The first confirmed Texas cases of swine flu were in Schertz. - Apr 26, 2009 - Gov. Perry Requests Additional Antiviral Medicines From CDC as Precautionary Measure to Address Swine Flu in Texas
*NOTE: For additional information on the swine flu, please visit: http://www.dshs.state.tx.us/swineflu
AUSTIN – As a precautionary measure, Gov. Rick Perry today increased his request of antiviral medication to 25 percent (850,000 courses) of the Texas allotment from the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention’s (CDC) Strategic National Stockpile to be prepositioned in the state. This request will augment the more than 840,000 courses of antiviral medication on hand in Texas following a purchase authorized by the 80th Legislature and Gov. Perry in 2007.
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