Abbott declares disaster in Texas over diesel prices, waives restrictions on commercial shipping

Governor Abbott has declared a disaster in Texas due to rising diesel prices, waiving certain commercial shipping restrictions to address the issue.
Monday marks seven months since the U.S.-Iran war began, which has restricted oil and gas exports from the Middle East, raising prices ahead of the Nov. 3 election.
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