Governor Abbott requests Federal Extension for Major Disaster Declaration deadline for June severe weather Thu, 07/20/2023 - 4:00am AUSTIN – Governor Greg Abbott yesterday sent a letter requesting an extension of the deadline to submit a Major Disaster ...PLEASE LOG IN FOR PREMIUM CONTENT. Our website requires visitors to log in to view the best local news. Not yet a subscriber? Subscribe today! Read more about Governor Abbott requests Federal Extension for Major Disaster Declaration deadline for June severe weather