Texas Veterans Land Board to Participate in 2026 Fleet Week in Houston

Veterans, military members, and their families encouraged to visit VLB resource tables at Fleet Week Expo and Sylvan Beach Exhibition

Apr. 14, 2026 at 4:36pm

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A bold, abstract silkscreen illustration featuring the Texas Veterans Land Board logo repeated in a grid pattern, using bright, neon-inspired colors and heavy black outlines to create a modern, pop art-inspired visual metaphor for the organization's commitment to serving veterans.The Texas Veterans Land Board's vibrant presence at Fleet Week highlights its mission to support those who have served through innovative state-based programs and services.Houston Today

The Texas Veterans Land Board (VLB) will have resource tables at two events during the 2026 Fleet Week in Houston: the Fleet Week Expo and the Exhibition at Sylvan Beach. Veterans, military members, and their families can visit the VLB tables to learn about the benefits available to Texas veterans, including the VLB Veterans Land Loan Program, Veterans Housing Assistance Program, quarterly land sales, long-term care facilities, and state veterans cemeteries.

Why it matters

The VLB provides the most comprehensive state benefits package for veterans and military members in the nation, offering unique programs and services that can significantly improve the lives of those who have served. Participating in high-profile events like Fleet Week helps raise awareness of these valuable resources among the target audience.

The details

At the Fleet Week Expo on April 18-19, 2026 and the Exhibition at Sylvan Beach on April 19, 2026, VLB representatives will be available to provide information and answer questions about the various benefits and programs offered to Texas veterans, military members, and their families. These include low-interest land and home loans, quarterly land sales, long-term care facilities, and state veterans cemeteries.

  • The Fleet Week Expo will take place on Saturday, April 18 and Sunday, April 19, 2026, from 10:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m.
  • The Exhibition at Sylvan Beach will take place on Sunday, April 19, 2026, from 10:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m.

The players

Dawn Buckingham, M.D.

Texas Land Commissioner and Veterans Land Board (VLB) Chairwoman.

Texas Veterans Land Board (VLB)

The state agency that provides the most robust benefits package for Texas veterans, military members, and their families, including land and home loan programs, long-term care facilities, and state veterans cemeteries.

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What they’re saying

“The Texas Veterans Land Board is proud and honored to offer 10 long-term care facilities throughout the state for qualified Veterans, their spouses, and Gold Star parents. Veterans with a 70% or higher service-connected disability can generally live at a home for free.”

— Dawn Buckingham, M.D., Texas Land Commissioner and Veterans Land Board (VLB) Chairwoman

What’s next

Veterans, military members, and their families are encouraged to visit the VLB resource tables at the Fleet Week Expo and Sylvan Beach Exhibition to learn more about the benefits and programs available to them.

The takeaway

The Texas Veterans Land Board provides an unparalleled suite of benefits and services to support veterans, military members, and their families in the state. Participating in high-profile events like Fleet Week helps raise awareness of these valuable resources and ensures that those who have served can take full advantage of the support available to them.