Commissioner Dawn Buckingham Celebrates the Completion of Homeowner Assistance Program in Southeast Texas
Today in Beaumont, Texas Land Commissioner Dawn Buckingham, M.D. proudly announced the successful completion of the Homeowner Assistance Program (HAP) in Southeast Texas, a pivotal milestone in the region's recovery from Hurricane Harvey and other disasters. This accomplishment highlights the Texas General Land Office's (GLO) unwavering commitment to helping Texans rebuild their homes and communities."Today, we celebrate not just the completion of a disaster recovery program, but the resilience and determination of Southeast Texas," said Commissioner Dawn Buckingham. Read More
Commissioner Dawn Buckingham and Texas GLO Celebrate 2,000th Home Rebuilt in Houston and Harris County
Today, Texas Land Commissioner Dawn Buckingham, M.D., proudly announced the Texas General Land Office (GLO) has rebuilt more than 2,000 homes in Houston and Harris County through the Homeowner Assistance Programs (HAP). This accomplishment is part of the ongoing recovery efforts following the devastation of Hurricane Harvey and other disasters, underscoring the GLO's long-term commitment to restoring and rebuilding communities across Texas."We are proud to celebrate rebuilding more than 2,000 homes for families in Houston and Harris County," said Commissioner Dawn Buckingham. Read More
Commissioner Buckingham, VLB Unveil P-51C Mustang Replica Aircraft at the New Tuskegee Airmen Texas State Veterans Home in Fort Worth
Today, Texas Land Commissioner and Veterans Land Board (VLB) Chairwoman Dawn Buckingham, M.D. was honored to unveil the P-51C Mustang Replica Aircraft at the new Tuskegee Airmen Texas State Veterans Home in Fort Worth on Friday, August 2, 2024. These distinguished World War II pilots were nicknamed the “Red Tails” for the iconic red markings on the tails of their aircraft. "As Texas Land Commissioner and VLB Chairwoman, honoring and remembering the legacies of our nation's heroes is a responsibility I take very seriously," said Commissioner Buckingham. Read More
Voices of Veterans: Bugler 2nd Class Glenn Morgan Shares His Story of Service with the U.S. Navy Aboard the USS Indianapolis
Today, Texas Land Commissioner and Veterans Land Board (VLB) Chairwoman Dawn Buckingham, M.D., is proud to introduce the next installment of the series highlighting the VLB's Voices of Veterans oral history program. In this special episode, we highlight the service of Bugler 2nd Class Veteran Glenn Morgan of the U.S. Navy, who sailed aboard the USS Indianapolis and survived the ship's sinking.Born in Bristow, Oklahoma in 1923 and, by his account, never lived there as his family worked in the oil fields and they moved around a lot. Read More
Voices of Veterans: Seaman First Class L.D. Cox Shares His Story of Service with the U.S. Navy Aboard the USS Indianapolis
Today, Texas Land Commissioner and Veterans Land Board (VLB) Chairwoman Dawn Buckingham, M.D., is proud to introduce the next installment of the series highlighting the VLB's Voices of Veterans oral history program. In this special episode, we highlight the service of a Veteran who sailed aboard the USS Indianapolis and survived the ship's sinking. Today, we hear the story of U.S. Navy Veteran Seaman First Class L.D. Cox and his experiences aboard the USS Indianapolis and after its tragic sinking.Cox was born on a farm in Sidney, Texas. Read More
Commissioner Buckingham Applauds 115 Acre Land Donation for the Texas State Veterans Cemetery at Abilene
Today, Texas Land Commissioner and Veterans Land Board (VLB) Chairwoman Dawn Buckingham, M.D., is excited to announce the dedication of 115 acres of land for the Texas State Veterans Cemetery at Abilene. In February 2024, Commissioner Buckingham sent a letter to the city's Mayor, Weldon Hurt, and the City Council members requesting that the land be donated to the VLB for the cemetery. Read More
Voices of Veterans: SSgt. William Yoss Shares His Story of Service in the U.S Army
Today, Texas Land Commissioner and Veterans Land Board (VLB) Chairwoman Dawn Buckingham, M.D., is proud to introduce the next installment of the series highlighting the VLB's Voices of Veterans oral history program. In this episode, we hear the story of U.S. Army Veteran William Yoss. William Yoss, who served in the U.S. Army and was assigned to the 45th Infantry Division, was born on December 26, 1930, in McAlester, Oklahoma. He grew up with both his parents and one brother. Read More
VOICES OF VETERANS: SSGT. WILLIAM YOSS SHARES HIS STORY OF SERVICE IN THE U.S ARMY
Texas Land Commissioner and Veterans Land Board (VLB) Chairwoman Dawn Buckingham, M.D. introduces the next installment of the series highlighting the Voices of Veterans oral history program. Listen to the story of U.S. Army Veteran William Yoss. Read More
VLB, Texas Veterans Commission, and the University of Texas at Tyler to Host East Texas Back 2 School Veterans Resource Fair
Today, Texas Land Commissioner and Veterans Land Board (VLB) Chairwoman Dawn Buckingham, M.D. is pleased to invite members of the press to attend the East Texas Back 2 School Veterans Resource Fair on Saturday, August 10, 2024, at the University Center Ballroom on the UT Tyler campus from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. Read More
Texas General Land Office Announces Dune and Structure Emergency Rules for Tropical Storm Alberto and Hurricane Beryl Recovery
Texas Land Commissioner Dawn Buckingham, M.D. announced emergency rules adopted by the Texas General Land Office (GLO) regarding Emergency Dune Restoration, Stabilization and Repair of Damaged Habitable Structures, and Repair and Shortening of Dune Walkovers.These emergency rules will expedite the permitting process for local governments in Nueces, Matagorda, Brazoria, and Galveston counties affected by Tropical Storm Alberto and Hurricane Beryl. Implementing these rules will also help property owners make emergency repairs and build dunes quicker without the GLO’s review. Read More