As a nation, as a state and as a local community, we face a challenging chapter in our lives as we and the world navigate the COVID-19 (coronavirus) epidemic. As I write this article, I pray that each of you and your loved ones remains safe and healthy. Please know that my staff and I have been closely monitoring the statewide situation every single day to help ensure that we are collectively doing everything we can to protect Texans – a responsibility I take very seriously. Since first being notified about the possible pandemic, Governor Greg Abbott, state agencies, and state ...