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State seeks Stars of Texas

Nominations are now being accepted for the 2023 Star of Texas Awards honoring peace officers, firefighters, emergency medical first responders and members of federal law enforcement who were seriously injured or killed in the line of duty.

The Medical Center of Southeast Texas begins vaccinations for first responders

The Medical Center of Southeast Texas began administering the COVID-19 vaccine to first responders in Southeast Texas this week. Vaccinations began Jan. 7 and will be administered in a phased approach for all first responders according to criteria outlined by the CDC and ACIP.

Abbott announces $41 million in emergency funding for local governments

Governor Greg Abbott announced July 15 that his Public Safety Office (PSO) will provide $41 million in federal funds to assist cities and counties throughout the COVID-19 response.