General Land Office News

State Takes Over Houston’s Harvey Home Repair Program

HOUSTON — All Houston resident Alice Torres has wanted in the three years since Hurricane Harvey hit was to repair her family’s flood-damaged home so her 85-year-old mother can feel safe and settled again. But when her mother, Dolores Torres, …

Hurricane Disaster Recovery Fast Tracked in Texas

The Texas General Land Office plans to expand its rebuilding role following Hurricanes Dolly and Ike. Disaster recovery efforts affect more than 11 million Texans — or about 45 percent — in 62 counties. The Land Office is now the …