Texas Department of Environmental Quality
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Recent News About Texas Department of Environmental Quality
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TCEQ issues $304,223 in fines for environmental violations
The Texas Commission on Environmental Quality (TCEQ) has approved penalties amounting to $260,076 for 21 entities found in violation of state environmental regulations.
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Students showcase environmental care in Texas art contest
The Texas Commission on Environmental Quality (TCEQ) has announced the winners of the 2025 Take Care of Texas Kids Art Contest.
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Texas Commission unveils 2025 Environmental Excellence Award winners
The Texas Commission on Environmental Quality (TCEQ) has revealed the recipients of the 2025 Governor’s Texas Environmental Excellence Awards, recognizing significant contributions to environmental protection and sustainability across the state.
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Texas Clean Fleet Program offers $16 million for eco-friendly vehicle replacements
The Texas Commission on Environmental Quality (TCEQ) has opened applications for the Texas Clean Fleet Program (TCFP).
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Texas Commission imposes nearly $1 million in fines for environmental violations
The Texas Commission on Environmental Quality (TCEQ) has sanctioned fines amounting to $926,944 against 30 entities for breaching state environmental regulations.
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Texas Commission fines multiple entities for environmental violations
The Texas Commission on Environmental Quality (TCEQ) has approved fines amounting to $822,678 against 30 entities for breaching state environmental regulations.
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TCEQ extends grant application deadline to January 31 for emission reduction projects
The Texas Commission on Environmental Quality (TCEQ) has announced an extension for the application deadline of the New Technology Implementation Grants (NTIG) Program.
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Texas environmental agency fines over $1 million for regulation violations
The Texas Commission on Environmental Quality (TCEQ) has approved penalties amounting to $966,504 against 30 entities for breaches of state environmental regulations.
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Texas Commission approves over $293k in environmental violation fines
The Texas Commission on Environmental Quality (TCEQ) has approved fines amounting to $249,607 against 15 entities for breaching state environmental regulations.
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Texas Commission proposes new air quality permit for temporary concrete batch plants
The Texas Commission on Environmental Quality (TCEQ) has announced a proposed non-rule air quality standard permit for temporary concrete batch plants linked to public works projects.
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Texas seeks feedback on new well plugging initiative
The Texas Commission on Environmental Quality (TCEQ) is set to launch the Texas Voluntary Marginal Conventional Well Plugging Program (TxMCW) and is seeking public input on its Well Prioritization Plan.
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TCEQ approves $254K in fines for environmental violations
The Texas Commission on Environmental Quality (TCEQ) has approved penalties amounting to $174,534 against 15 entities for violations of state environmental regulations.
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TCEQ approves fines totaling $464,209 for environmental regulation breaches
The Texas Commission on Environmental Quality (TCEQ) has approved penalties amounting to $389,767 against 19 entities for breaching state environmental regulations. The penalties were issued in various enforcement categories, including air quality, municipal solid waste, and water quality.
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TCEQ schedules stakeholder meetings for feedback on environmental regulations
The Texas Commission on Environmental Quality (TCEQ) has scheduled stakeholder meetings for November 6, 14, and 20, 2024. These meetings aim to gather informal comments on proposed rulemaking and insights regarding the Environmental Protection Agency's (EPA) proposed model rule. The focus will be on potential impacts on individuals, communities, and regulated entities.
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Take Care of Texas launches new ambassador program for educators
Take Care of Texas is launching a new Ambassador Program and has selected 15 educators to participate this school year. The goal is to equip these educators with knowledge and resources to spread awareness of the Take Care of Texas program among colleagues and administrators.
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Texas opens comment period for new air quality permit for natural gas EGUs
The Texas Commission on Environmental Quality (TCEQ) is proposing a new non-rule air quality standard permit for natural gas-fired electric generating units (NG EGUs). The public can make comments and participate in a public meeting regarding this proposed permit.
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TCEQ approves fines totaling $921,054
The Texas Commission on Environmental Quality (TCEQ) today approved penalties totaling $814,627 against 33 regulated entities for violations of state environmental regulations.
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Texas opens $92 million rebate grants program for NOx emission reduction
The Texas Commission on Environmental Quality (TCEQ) is now accepting applications for the 2024 Rebate Grants Program. An estimated $92 million in funding is available to assist in reducing nitrogen oxides (NOx) emissions by upgrading or replacing on-road heavy-duty diesel vehicles and select non-road diesel equipment within Texas nonattainment areas and affected counties.
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Texas Commission approves environmental fines totaling $175,171
State Representative Ray Lopez of Bexar County has been appointed to the House Select Committee on Securing Texas from Hostile Foreign Organizations. He joins six other members on this newly established committee, which was created to evaluate threats from hostile foreign organizations that could potentially harm the state’s economy, security, and values.
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TCEQ Approves Fines Totaling $337,238
The Texas Commission on Environmental Quality (TCEQ) has taken action for violations of state environmental regulations, resulting in fines totaling $337,238. Agreed orders were issued for various categories of violations, as well as default orders, emphasizing the importance of compliance with environmental standards.