Cmr. George P. Bush announces freeze on VLB loans for federal employees
Today, Texas Land Commissioner George P. Bush announced that due to the federal government shutdown, the Veterans Land Board unanimously voted to place a freeze on loan payments for federal employees who are Veterans and hold a home or land loan with the Veterans Land Board. To be eligible, Veterans must contact their loan servicer and provide verification of furlough. “Our Veterans are a valuable asset to our nation and the great State of Texas. 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. George P. Bush sends letter to OMB calling for rule approval for mitigation funding
On Wednesday, January 2, 2019, Texas Land Commissioner George P. Bush sent a letter to Director Mick Mulvaney calling for Office of Management & Budget (OMB) approval of rules for $4.383 billion in mitigation funding appropriated to Texas by Congress in February of 2018. These funds were allocated to fund mitigation projects to protect communities against future storms through the Community Development Block Grants for Disaster Recovery (CDBG-DR) program."Hurricane Harvey devastated Texas in August of 2017, more than 16 months ago. Read More
Unaccompanied Veteran Burial to be held at the Central Texas State Veterans Cemetery
Today, Texas Veterans Land Board Chairman George P. Bush announced that on Thursday, January 3rd, 2019 at 11:00 a.m. SHARP, the Central Texas State Veterans Cemetery in Killeen, Texas will conduct an Unaccompanied Veteran burial for Ronnie Leroy Newcomer, a United States Army Veteran.Central Texas State Veterans Cemetery staff has coordinated with the Fort Hood Casualty Office to ensure that Newcomer will receive full military honors. 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
Cmr. George P. Bush calls on Sec. Ben Carson to ensure recovery efforts continue in case of a government shutdown
Today Texas Land Commissioner George P. Bush asked U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD) Secretary Ben Carson to ensure uninterrupted processing of ongoing Hurricane Harvey rebuilding funds in the case of a federal government shutdown. Read More
Cmr. George P. Bush applauds kickoff of construction for first Homeowner Assistance Program homes
Today Commissioner George P. Bush announced construction on the first two homes to be rebuilt under the Homeowner Assistance Program has begun in Rockport and Victoria. Construction is commencing on the first homes to be approved less than a month after the application process began."Hurricane Harvey damaged thousands of homes and devastated the livelihoods of countless Texans along the coast," said Commissioner Bush. "The Homeowner Assistance Program will help thousands of Texans who are still struggling to rebuild their homes and their lives. 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