UNACCOMPANIED VETERAN BURIAL TO BE HELD AT CENTRAL TEXAS STATE VETERANS CEMETERY
Today, Texas Veterans Land Board Chairman George P. Bush announced that on Thursday, November 21, 2019 at 11:00 a.m. SHARP, the Central Texas State Veterans Cemetery in Killeen will conduct an Unaccompanied Veteran burial for AR Lewis Adkins Jr. Born on October 19, 1945, Mr. Adkins served in the United States Navy from February 11, 1963 to October 18, 1966.Mr. Adkins is not expected to have anyone attend his burial. Please help us spread the word and ensure that our United States Navy Veteran is not buried alone. Read More
WWII VETERAN REQUESTS 100 CARDS FOR 100th BIRTHDAY
Today, Texas Land Commissioner George P. Bush (Chairman of the Veterans Land Board) asked the community for help in ensuring WWII Army Veteran Janice Bradley receives 100 birthday cards for her centennial birthday. It’s not every day that a WWII Veteran turns 100 years old. On Tuesday, December 3, WWII United States Army Veteran Janice Bradley will turn 100 years young. Janice Bradley proudly served in WWII in the Women’s Army Corps (WAC) as a SSGT. Read More
Cmr. George P. Bush announces $131,675 in drainage and stormwater improvement funds for the City of Iowa Colony
Today Texas Land Commissioner George P. Bush announced the Texas General Land Office (GLO) approved $131,675 in Hurricane Harvey funds for the City of Iowa Colony to improve drainage and stormwater infrastructure. During Hurricane Harvey, the city's street and drainage system were heavy rainfall overwhelmed the Hayes Creek bridge causing structural damage. Local leaders prioritized this project to ensure the most effective use of available funds for infrastructure improvements."Hurricane Harvey devastated communities across the Texas Coast," said Commissioner Bush. Read More
Cmr. George P. Bush announces $21 million in buyout funds for Fort Bend County
Today Texas Land Commissioner George P. Bush announced the Texas General Land Office (GLO) approved $21,155,575 in Hurricane Harvey funds for Fort Bend County to conduct a buyout program. Fort Bend County was overwhelmed by Hurricane Harvey as heavy rainfall caused flooding of streets and homes, threatening public health, safety, and welfare. Fort Bend County will conduct a buyout program targeting approximately 100 homes most vulnerable to flooding."Hurricane Harvey devastated communities across the Texas Coast," said Commissioner Bush. Read More
Cmr. George P. Bush announces $5 million in infrastructure projects for Anahuac, East Bernard, Jasper County, Nome, Polk County, Prairie View, and Santa Fe
Today Texas Land Commissioner George P. Read More
Cmr. George P. Bush announces $263,295 in drainage and stormwater improvement funds for the City of Moulton
Today Texas Land Commissioner George P. Bush announced the Texas General Land Office (GLO) approved $263,295 in Hurricane Harvey funds for the City of Moulton to improve drainage and stormwater infrastructure. During Hurricane Harvey, the city's street and drainage system were overwhelmed due to the heavy rainfall. Local leaders prioritized the project to ensure the most effective use of available funds for infrastructure improvements."Hurricane Harvey devastated communities across the Texas Coast," said Commissioner Bush. Read More
Cmr. George P. Bush announces nearly $17 million in disaster recovery buyout funds
Today Texas Land Commissioner George P. Bush announced the Texas General Land Office (GLO) approved nearly $17 million in Hurricane Harvey funds for Austin, Grimes, Liberty Counties and Wharton County, as well as Texas City and the city of Victoria to conduct buyout programs for homes located in a floodplain or repetitive flood areas. Read More
Cmr. George P. Bush announces $323,161 in drainage and stormwater improvement funds for the City of Cleveland
Today Texas Land Commissioner George P. Bush announced the Texas General Land Office (GLO) approved $323,161 in Hurricane Harvey funds for the City of Cleveland to improve drainage and stormwater infrastructure. During Hurricane Harvey, the city's street and drainage system were overwhelmed due to the heavy rainfall. Local leaders prioritized the project to ensure the effective use of available funds for infrastructure improvements."Hurricane Harvey devastated communities across the Texas Coast," said Commissioner Bush. Read More
Cmr. George P. Bush announces $475,228 in drainage and stormwater improvement funds for the City of Sinton
Today Texas Land Commissioner George P. Bush announced the Texas General Land Office (GLO) approved $475,228 in Hurricane Harvey funds for the City of Sinton to improve critical sewer and wastewater infrastructure. During Hurricane Harvey, heavy rainfall overwhelmed the wastewater system resulting in a collection system failure. Local leaders prioritized the project to ensure the most effective use of available funds for infrastructure improvements."Hurricane Harvey devastated communities across the Texas Coast," said Commissioner Bush. Read More
Cmr. George P. Bush announces $477,000 in drainage and stormwater improvement funds for the City of Goliad
Today Texas Land Commissioner George P. Bush announced the Texas General Land Office (GLO) approved $477,108 in Hurricane Harvey funds for the City of Goliad to improve drainage and stormwater infrastructure. During Hurricane Harvey, the city's street and drainage system were overwhelmed due to the heavy rainfall. Local leaders prioritized the project to ensure the most effective use of available funds for infrastructure improvements."Hurricane Harvey devastated communities across the Texas Coast," said Commissioner Bush. Read More