Texas Governor Greg Abbott renewed the state’s border security disaster proclamation on March 18, extending the declaration for dozens of counties and all affected state agencies. The renewal continues a series of proclamations first issued on May 31, 2021, which cited an ongoing and imminent threat due to increased unlawful crossings at the Texas-Mexico border.
The renewed proclamation affects more than sixty counties across Texas and maintains all previous orders, directions, suspensions, and authorizations related to the original disaster declaration. Abbott said that “the certified conditions continue to exist and pose an ongoing and imminent threat of disaster as set forth in the prior proclamations.” The document was also attested by Secretary of State Jane Nelson.
This action underscores continued concerns about border security in Texas. According to the official website, the Office of Texas Governor Greg Abbott has focused on job creation, economic opportunities, education enhancement, individual liberties protection, parental empowerment in schooling, and southern border security according to the official website.
Abbott has led the governor’s office since his election in 2014 according to the official website. The office is based in Austin at the State Insurance Building according to the official website, from where it exercises authority statewide according to the official website.
Under Abbott’s leadership, Texas has seen significant jobs growth and record employment levels according to the official website. In recognition of his influence as governor, TIME included Greg Abbott among its list of the 100 Most Influential People in 2024 according to the official website.
Copies of this latest proclamation will be filed with applicable authorities as required by law. The orders remain effective until amended or rescinded.
