Texas Department of Environmental Quality
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Recent News About Texas Department of Environmental Quality
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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.
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TCEQ Approves Fines Totaling $207,958
The Texas Commission on Environmental Quality has announced fines totaling $207,958 for violations of state environmental regulations. The penalties were approved during a recent meeting, as reported on Mar 28, 2024.According to the official statement, the fines include penalties of $191,118 against 12 regulated entities. The violations covered a range of categories, with agreed orders issued for various enforcement categories such as multi-media, municipal wastewater discharges, petroleum storage tanks, and public water systems. Default orders were also issued for...
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TCEQ Announces 2024 Texas Environmental Excellence Award Winners
The Texas Commission on Environmental Quality revealed the recipients of the 2024 Governor’s Texas Environmental Excellence Awards. Among the winners are organizations, educators, and individuals who have demonstrated outstanding commitment to environmental sustainability and innovation.In the realm of civic and community initiatives, Keep San Angelo Beautiful's Tires-To-Go project was recognized for its contributions. Similarly, Keep Irving Beautiful's KIB Environmental Education program stood out in the education category. Venessa Wallace from Peet Junior High in Conroe...
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TCEQ announces Take Care of Texas program video contest winners
The Texas Commission on Environmental Quality has revealed the winners of the 2024 Take Care of Texas video contest. According to the agency, the competition aims to showcase ways to preserve Texas' environment and resources.Among the standout entries this year was a video from Emmanuel Vaughan, an 11th-grade student at George Bush High School in Richmond, TX. Vaughan's submission earned him the first-place spot in the high school category, along with a $2,500 scholarship.In the middle school division, Bianca Shipley, a 6th-grade student from Omar Bradley Middle School in...