April 23, 2026 – AUSTIN, Texas — Greg Abbott announced Thursday that the Texas Health and Human Services Commission will distribute $60 million in initial federal funding to rural hospital districts, launching a new effort aimed at improving health outcomes across underserved communities. The funding, part of the state’s broader Rural Texas Strong plan, will support the “Make Rural Texans Healthy Again” initiative. The program focuses on expanding access to preventive care, wellness programs, and nutrition services in rural areas where residents often face limited healthcare options. “Every...