Austin

Venue owners must operate under guidelines that facilitate appropriate social distancing.

Texas received approval from the U.S. Department of Agriculture to provide more than $1 billion in pandemic food benefits.

The University Interscholastic League released guidelines for allowing sports workouts and marching bands to practice.

Texas openings are staggered with different opening dates and operating limits.

All patients, residents and staff at Texas’ 23 state hospitals and supported living centers will be tested for coronavirus regardless of symptoms or exposure.

Texas state agencies and institutions of higher education to expect a 5% reduction in budget plans for the 2020-21 biennium as part of the state’s response to the economic ramifications of the ongoing coronavirus pandemic.

Limited services will be offered by appointment only.

Officials anticipate drawing from federal funds to ensure no delays in benefit payments.

The number of K-12 students in Texas receiving nonmedical, or conscientious, exemptions for required vaccinations has increased statewide for at least the 10th straight year.