Governor Abbott Celebrates Inaugural Class Of Texas Emergency Management Academy Cadets

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Governor Greg Abbott today celebrated the graduation of the Texas Emergency Management Academy's inaugural class of cadets at the Texas Capitol in Austin. During a graduation ceremony held in the Capitol's auditorium, the Governor thanked the 17 new cadets for choosing to serve their state and highlighted their importance to the people of Texas during times of disaster.

"There will be disasters that arise in ways that you will not anticipate," said Governor Abbott. "You will not know when, where, or how a disaster will occur. There's one thing you've got to keep at the forefront of your mind: the people you're helping. When I was out jogging and that big tree fell on me, I was one of those people in an emergency needing help. I know what it's like for our fellow Texans who are suffering, in pain, and need your help--and I know what it's like to receive that help. We owe it to our fellow Texans to give them speed, accuracy, the highest level of professionalism, and compassion. Thank you for your service and congratulations on your accomplishments and for being the very first set of cadets to graduate from this academy."

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