UNACCOMPANIED VETERAN BURIAL TO BE HELD AT RIO GRANDE VALLEY TEXAS STATE VETERANS CEMETERY
Today, Texas Veterans Land Board Chairman George P. Bush announced that on Friday, February 14, 2020 at 10:00 a.m. SHARP, the Rio Grande Valley Texas State Veterans Cemetery in Mission will conduct an Unaccompanied Veteran burial for SA George Washington Dorset. Born on February 22, 1935, Mr. Dorset served in the United States Navy from June 15, 1955 to October 3, 1957. Mr. Dorset 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
THIS WEEK: PUBLIC OPEN HOUSES FOR COASTAL TEXAS STUDY IN GALVESTON AND SEABROOK
The Texas General Land Office (GLO) and the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers (USACE) will be hostingPublic Open Houses on the Coastal Texas Study in Galveston and Seabrook this week. Read More
COMMISSIONER GEORGE P. BUSH VISITS MARTIN HIGH SCHOOL AND TOURS WORKFORCE READINESS PROGRAM
Yesterday, Texas Land Commissioner George P. Bush taught an interactive economics lesson on Texas energy at Martin High School as part of his “Year of Energy” initiative.As one of the largest financiers of public schools in Texas, the Texas General Land Office (GLO) realizes that the quality of our education systems is paramount to our state’s success.“High schools across the state are preparing our young leaders in classrooms today for the workforce of tomorrow,” said Commissioner George P. Read More
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, February 13, 2020 at 11:00 a.m. SHARP, the Central Texas State Veterans Cemetery in Killeen will conduct an Unaccompanied Veteran burial for SN Michael Charles Pry. Born on February 11, 1947, Mr. Pry served in the United States Navy from February 11, 1964 to February 9, 1968. He received the National Defense Service Medal. Mr. Pry is not expected to have anyone attend his burial. Read More
COMMISSIONER GEORGE P. BUSH HOSTS GRAND OPENING CEREMONY FOR TEXAS STATE VETERANS HOME
On Friday, February 7, Texas Land Commissioner and Chairman of the Veterans Land Board George P. Bush celebrated the opening of the 9th Texas Veterans home with members of the Houston community, State Representatives, Mayor Turner and individuals from all over the state who are committed to serving Texas Veterans."As Texas Land Commissioner I am honored to give a lot of speeches, but none more important than those honoring our military Vets. Read More
MEDIA ADVISORY: GRAND OPENING OF HOUSTON TEXAS STATE VETERANS HOME
On Friday, February 7, the community is invited to join Texas Land Commissioner and Veterans Land Board Chairman George P. Bush for the grand opening of the brand-new Richard A. Anderson Texas State Veterans Home. The grand opening ceremony will be held at 14041 Cottingham Road, Houston, Texas 77048 at 11:30 a.m. The community is encouraged to attend.Ceremony HighlightsOH-6A Helicopter Flyover and Parachute Jump=Keynote “Lone Survivor” Marcus LuttrellKeynote Ret. Major General Tony CucoloPresentation of Bust of Richard A. Read More
VALENTINE'S DAY SWEETHEART'S LUNCHEON HOSTED BY WATKINS-LOGAN TEXAS STATE VETERANS HOME
On Friday, February 14, the Watkins-Logan Texas State Veterans Home will host their Annual Sweetheart’s Luncheon in celebration of Valentine’s Day. The event, sponsored by Flint Baptist Church Angel Chef's, will have a live band, food and refreshments and a chance for the residents to have their picture taken with their sweetheart. During the event, elementary students will deliver flowers to the residents in response to the Angel Tree.Annual Valentine's Sweetheart's Luncheon Friday, February 14, 2020 12:00 p.m. - 1:00 p.m. Read More
Cmr. George P. Bush announces $135 million in Hurricane Harvey recovery funds reallocated to prioritize low- to moderate-income renters
Today Texas Land Commissioner George P. Bush announced the Texas General Land Office (GLO) will fully fund 14 multifamily developments for reconstruction or new construction, rebuilding an additional 1,363 affordable rental units for families across Hurricane Harvey-affected areas. Read More
2020 TREASURES OF THE TEXAS COAST CHILDREN'S ART CONTEST
Today, Texas Land Commissioner George P. Bush announced that the 2020 Treasures of the Texas Coast Children's Art Contest is now open for entries. Artwork should be based on the theme “Treasures of the Texas Coast” and depict why the Texas coast is important or special to the participating student. The top 40 pieces of art will appear in a 2021 calendar which will be distributed throughout the state.“The Texas Coastline is one of the many treasures that makes our great state unique,” said Texas Land Commissioner George P. Read More
GLO's historic public outreach yields valuable input, helps shape modifications to state action plan for mitigation funds
Today Texas Land Commissioner George P. Bush announced the submission of a modified state action plan for Community Development Block Grant for Mitigation (CDBG-MIT) funding to the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD). These adjustments were guided by input gathered through an extraordinary public outreach effort. Read More