Join Us For An Unaccompanied Veteran Burial At The Central Texas State Veterans Cemetery
On Wednesday, June 28th at 11:00 a.m. sharp, the Central Texas State Veterans Cemetery will conduct an Unaccompanied Veteran Burial for U.S. Army Veteran Private First Class (PFC) James Earl Pickens. Born on July 27, 1960, PFC Pickens served from August 1978 to August 1981.PFC Pickens is not expected to have any next-of-kin attend his burial. Please help us spread the word and ensure that this U.S. Army Veteran is not buried alone. Members of the Killeen community are encouraged to attend.PFC Pickens will receive military honors. Read More
Commissioner Buckingham Provides Coastal Communities with Beach Mobility Items
Today, Texas Land Commissioner Dawn Buckingham, M.D. is pleased to announce the Texas General Land Office (GLO) Coastal Management Program (CMP) is purchasing mobility mats and beach wheelchairs in 2023 in order for local governments to use these mobility aids to help make Texas beaches easier for all to enjoy."As Commissioner of the Texas General Land Office and a Texan who spent over a decade of my life living on the coast, ensuring all beachgoers, including those with disabilities, can enjoy our beautiful beaches is one of my top priorities," said Commissioner Buckingham. Read More
Commissioner Dawn Buckingham announces approval of more than $128 million in Regional Mitigation Program projects
Today Texas Land Commissioner Dawn Buckingham, M.D., announced the Texas General Land Office (GLO) approved $128,208,664 in regional mitigation funds for 19 federally eligible infrastructure projects to improve streets as well as water and drainage facilities in the cities of Aransas Pass, Coldspring, Corrigan, Dayton, Freeport, Hitchcock, Iowa Colony, Katy, La Marque, Palacios, Pearland, Richwood, Rosenberg, Shepherd, Texas City, and the counties of Jefferson, Liberty, and Waller. Read More
Under Commissioner Buckingham’s New Plan, Houston and Harris County Achieving Success with Disaster Recovery and Mitigation Funding
Today, Land Commissioner Dawn Buckingham, M.D. announced, for the first time since Hurricane Harvey, under a new cooperative plan spearheaded by the Texas General Land Office (GLO), both Harris County and the City of Houston are on track to meet their program benchmarks with Community Development Block Grant Disaster Recovery (CDBG-DR) funds. Read More
Commissioner Buckingham Recognizes Incredible Community Support for World War II Veterans 100th Birthday
Today, Texas Land Commissioner and Veterans Land Board (VLB) Chairwoman Dawn Buckingham, M.D. is honored to update Texans on World War II Veteran U.S. Army Corporal Carl Reid's request to receive 100 cards for his 100th birthday on June 15th. In an incredible outpouring of support from people across our state and nation, Mr. Reid received over 4,500 cards. "One of the greatest responsibilities we have as citizens is to remember and be thankful for the bravery and sacrifices of the men and women who have served this great nation," said Commissioner Buckingham. Read More
Commissioner Buckingham Highlights General Land Office’s Voices of Veterans Oral History Program
Today, Texas Land Commissioner and Veterans Land Board (VLB) Chairwoman Dawn Buckingham, M.D. is proud to begin spotlighting the VLB's Voices of Veterans oral history program and the invaluable stories of Texas Veterans it has preserved. In this episode, we hear the story of Texas Veteran Mr. John Simmons Jr. of Corpus Christi.Mr. Simmons is a retired U.S. Navy Aircraft Mechanic who served for 20 years. During his time in service, Mr. Simmons completed three tours in Vietnam and served on the USS Kitty Hawk. Read More
Commissioner Dawn Buckingham to announce millions in newly approved Regional Mitigation Program projects
On Tuesday, June 20, Commissioner Dawn Buckingham, M.D., will visit the Houston-Galveston Area Council (H-GAC) and South East Texas Regional Planning Commission (SETRPC) to announce approval of millions of dollars in Regional Mitigation Program projects for the region.The media is encouraged to join at both events and share the news with local residents. WHO: Commissioner Dawn Buckingham, M.D., local elected officials and partnersWHAT: Major announcement of newly approved Regional Mitigation Progra Read More
Commissioner Buckingham Encourages Texans to Sign-Up for Texas Beach Watch Alerts
Today, Texas Land Commissioner Dawn Buckingham, M.D. encouraged Texans to sign up to receive alerts from the Texas General Land Office's (GLO) Texas Beach Watch Program for bacterial level testing results along the coast. Conveniently, those who sign up can choose to receive alerts regarding only the beaches they are interested in instead of the entire coast. Sign up today to stay informed at TexasBeachWatch.com. Read More
Cmr. Dawn Buckingham encourages Texans to prepare pets, livestock for natural disasters June in National Pet Preparedness Month
In observance of National Pet Preparedness Month, Texas Land Commissioner Dawn Buckingham, M.D., is encouraging Texans to include pets and livestock in their emergency plans and build a separate emergency kit for their animals. Read More
Texas Adopt-A-Beach Specialty License Plate Now Available
Today, Texas Land Commissioner Dawn Buckingham, M.D. is pleased to announce that Texans can order their own Texas Adopt-A-Beach specialty license plate to help reduce litter on Texas beaches and provide coastal environmental education to Texas children.This newly redesigned black and white specialty plate costs only $30 more than a regular plate, and $22 of plate sales go directly to support the Adopt-A-Beach program and is tax deductible.Additionally, the license plate features a photo by Texas' own Kenny Braun. Read More