Cmr. George P. Bush announces interagency agreement with The Texas A&M University System for flood planning study
Today Texas Land Commissioner George P. Bush announced the Texas General Land Office (GLO) has approved an interagency agreement with The Texas A&M University System (TAMUS) to coordinate a planning study entitled "Measuring, Mapping, and Managing Flood Risk in Texas.""Having accurate information before, during and after a natural disaster saves lives and protects critical infrastructure and property," said Commissioner Bush. Read More
Save the date - sign up for the annual Adopt-A-Beach Spring coast wide cleanup
Volunteers are encouraged to sign up for the Annual Adopt-A-Beach Spring Cleanup on Saturday, April 13, 2019. The Texas General Land Office Adopt-A-Beach Spring Cleanup will take place at twenty-seven different locations coast wide across Texas. Volunteers can sign up at www.texasadoptabeach.org or show up onsite to take part in a fun-filled day of giving back to our community and taking care of the Texas coast. Read More
Cmr. Bush announces results of 2019 Coastal Bend winter cleanup
Today, Texas Land Commissioner George P. Bush announced the results of the 2019 Coastal Bend Winter Cleanup.“The can-do Texas spirit cannot be stopped,” said Commissioner George P. Bush. “Despite the bitter cold and fierce wind, 432 volunteers joined together and removed 7,436 pounds of trash from 23 miles of beaches and bays in the Coastal Bend area. Our volunteers’ dedication to keeping our Texas beaches clean is unbelievable. I am grateful for each of you as we could not do this without you. Read More
Cmr. Bush announces results of 2019 South Padre Island winter cleanup
Today, Texas Land Commissioner George P. Bush announced the results of the 2019 South Padre Island Winter Cleanup.“The can-do Texas spirit cannot be stopped,” said Commissioner George P. Bush. “Despite the bitter cold and fierce wind, 303 volunteers joined together and removed 3,384 pounds of trash from three miles of beach on South Padre. Our volunteers’ dedication to keeping our Texas beaches clean is unbelievable. I am grateful for each of you as we could not do this without you. Read More
Save the date: Sign up for the Coastal Bend Adopt-A-Beach Winter Cleanup
Volunteers are encouraged to sign up to help clean our beaches on Saturday, February 9, 2019. The Texas General Land Office Adopt-A-Beach Winter Cleanup takes place at beaches across our state in need of your help. Volunteers can sign up to participate at one of the locations at www.texasadoptabeach.org or show up on-site to take part in a fun-filled day of service to our Texas coast. “The Adopt-A-Beach Winter Cleanup is a great opportunity for families to come together and make a difference,” said Commissioner George P. Bush. Read More
Save the Date: Sign Up for the Coastal Bend Adopt-A-Beach Winter Cleanup
Volunteers are encouraged to sign up to help clean our beaches on Saturday, February 9, 2019. The Texas General Land Office Adopt-A-Beach Winter Cleanup takes place at beaches across our state in need of your help. Volunteers can sign up to participate at one of the locations at www.texasadoptabeach.org or show up on-site to take part in a fun-filled day of service to our Texas coast.“The Adopt-A-Beach Winter Cleanup is a great opportunity for families to come together and make a difference,” said Commissioner George P. Bush. Read More
Save the Date: Sign Up for the South Padre Adopt-A-Beach Winter Cleanup
Volunteers are encouraged to sign up for South Padre Islands’ 22nd Annual Winter Texan Beach cleanup on Friday, February 8, 2019. The Texas General Land Office Adopt-A-Beach Winter Cleanup takes place at one of Texas’ most popular tourist beaches in need of some TLC. Volunteers can sign up at www.texasadoptabeach.org or show up on-site to take part in a fun-filled day of service to our Texas coast. “The Adopt-A-Beach Winter Cleanup is a great opportunity for families to come together and make a difference,” said Commissioner George P. Bush. Read More
Cmr. Bush: Coastal Texas Study public comment period extended despite government shutdown
This evening, Texas Land Commissioner George P. Bush announced the public comment period for the coastal Texas Study has been extended for an additional 30 days, undeterred by the continuing government shutdown. “I am pleased to announce that despite the government shutdown, the public comment period for the Coastal Texas Study has been extended,” said Commissioner Bush. “After a series of public meetings and listening sessions up and down the coast, it was clear that Texans' concerns must be heard. Feedback is critical to this process. Read More
Cmr. Bush Releases Guiding Principles for Coastal Texas Study
Today, Texas Land Commissioner George P. Bush announced the release of six guiding principles to help guide the process of developing the draft Coastal Texas Study.“As we move forward with the draft Coastal Texas Study proposal, it is important for us to remember the study still remains in the draft stage,” said Commissioner Bush. “I have heard and share many concerns of the people of Texas regarding this project as drafted. Read More
Commissioner Bush: Placement of levee on or along beach favored
Today, Texas Land Commissioner George P. Bush announced his support of the levee proposed by theCoastal Texas Studyon or along the beach. The Coastal Texas Study is an important step in the effort to reduce the risk along the Texas coast from dangerous storm surges and other threats.“The release of the Coastal Texas Study has generated a great deal of discussion and concern over the location of the proposed levee,” said Commissioner George P. Bush. “I appreciate all of those that have attended the meetings and provided feedback. Read More