AUSTIN, Texas— Today, Texas Land Commissioner and Veterans Land Board (VLB) Chairwoman Dawn Buckingham, M.D., encourages Veterans, Military Members, and their families to attend the Big Country Veterans Benefits Expo in Abilene, co-hosted by the VLB and the Texas Veterans Commission (TVC). The expo will take place on Saturday, May 16, 2026, from 9:00 AM to 2:00 PM. This family-friendly event is open to all Veterans, Military Members, spouses, dependents, and supporters and will include a resource fair, food, and fun.
Don't miss out on this one-of-a-kind opportunity to learn more about VLB home and land loans, Veterans-only land sales, as well as VLB's Texas State Veterans Homes and Cemeteries. Attendees can also discover TVC's resources for claims, employment, and health care.
WHO: VLB, TVC, nonprofit organizations serving Veterans, city, county, state, and federal agencies
WHAT: Big Country Veterans Expo & Car Show
WHEN: Saturday, May 16, 2026, from 9:00 AM to 2:00 PM
WHERE: Taylor County Expo Center
1700 HWY 36
Abilene, TX 79602
The expo will feature a TVC Claim Clinic to help with VA claims, the PACT Act, and more. There will also be employers looking to hire Veterans, as well as popular food trucks!
Click the button below to register for this free event:
Big Country Veterans Expo & Car Show
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Dr. Dawn Buckingham made history in 2022, winning a statewide election to become Texas' first female Land Commissioner. As Land Commissioner, Dr. Dawn Buckingham is committed to helping Texans after a disaster, supporting Texas energy, ensuring that every child in Texas receives a high-quality public education, serving Texas Veterans, and securing the border to keep our communities safe.