Gov. Abbott Activates Texas National Guard for Coronavirus Response Efforts

AUSTIN, TX – Texas Governor Greg Abbott has activated the Texas National Guard in preparation for response efforts for COVID-19 according to a Tuesday press release.

According to a statement on the official website for his office: “This preparative measure will ensure that the Texas National Guard can assist in various forms throughout the state when needed.”

Healthcare workers and first responders who are members of the Texas National Guard are excluded from this activation so that they can continue serving the people of Texas in their respective fields.

"By activating the Texas National Guard, we are ensuring Texas is prepared as we continue to mitigate the spread of COVID-19," said Abbott. "I am grateful to the men and women of the National Guard for their dedication to serving their fellow Texans, and want to assure the public that this is a precautionary measure to make sure the Texas National Guard has the capability to serve at a moment's notice where they are needed most."