Mayor Eric Johnson's statement on convention center hospital space

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Mayor Eric Johnson's statement on convention center hospital space

Please see the following statement from Dallas Mayor Eric Johnson regarding the state's hospital space expansion at the Kay Bailey Hutchison Convention Center:

“I am grateful for the state’s assistance. The availability of hospital beds will be crucial to saving lives in the event of a surge in COVID-19 cases," Mayor Johnson said. "We will continue to work with Governor Abbott to ensure Dallas has the necessary resources to help us through these difficult times.”

Please note: The additional hospital space will not interfere with the homeless shelter at the convention center.