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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 DPS welcomes new troopers after intensive training

The Texas Department of Public Safety (DPS) has officially welcomed 130 new Troopers to the Texas Highway Patrol.
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Texas Public Policy Foundation launches video series on education spending

In Texas, the general public is largely unaware of the substantial amount of money allocated to public education, which exceeds $93 billion annually.
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Texas updates respiratory illness dashboard amid rising virus activity

The Texas Department of State Health Services has made updates to its respiratory illness dashboard.
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Texas DPS highlights fugitive Raymond Trejo; reward increased

The Texas Department of Public Safety (DPS) has announced that Raymond Trejo is the Featured Fugitive for December.

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Texas eliminates most vehicle safety inspections starting January 2025

The Texas Department of Public Safety (DPS) has announced that significant changes to the state's vehicle safety inspection requirements will take effect on January 1, 2025.
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Texas officials warn against unlicensed pesticide businesses

Texas Agriculture Commissioner Sid Miller and the Texas Department of Agriculture (TDA) have issued a call for vigilance against unlicensed pesticide businesses in Texas communities.
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Texas reports first local dengue case in 2024 amidst global surge

The Texas Department of State Health Services (DSHS) has reported the first locally acquired case of dengue virus in 2024 in a resident of Cameron County.
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Transportation Research Board releases new publications on diverse topics

The latest edition of the Research Digest for November 2024 is now accessible on the CTR Library's website.
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Texas Department of Public Safety director retires after notable tenure

After 15 years leading the Texas Department of Public Safety (DPS), Colonel Steven C. McCraw has retired.
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Virtual currency mining facilities required to register with PUCT under new rule

The Public Utility Commission of Texas (PUCT) voted on November 21 to approve a new rule mandating that virtual currency mining facilities within the Electric Reliability Council of Texas (ERCOT) region register with the entity.
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Texas honors top emergency medical services professionals at annual conference

The Texas Department of State Health Services (DSHS) recognized outstanding contributions in emergency medical services at an awards ceremony held during the annual Texas EMS Conference in Fort Worth.
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Texas Public Policy Foundation supports Brooke Rollins' nomination as agriculture secretary

The Texas Public Policy Foundation (TPPF) has expressed its support for Brooke Rollins following her nomination as Secretary of Agriculture by President-elect Donald Trump.
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Texas State Library reappoints Mann and Tocker as commissioners

The Office of the Governor has confirmed the reappointment of Arthur T. Mann and Darryl Tocker to the Texas State Library and Archives Commission (TSLAC).
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Texas infrastructure projects cut traffic delays despite more drivers

Despite an increase in the number of drivers on Texas roads, traffic delays have decreased due to numerous projects by the Texas Department of Transportation (TxDOT).
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Texas DPS increases road patrols for Thanksgiving weekend

The Texas Department of Public Safety (DPS) is enhancing its traffic enforcement efforts for the Thanksgiving holiday to ensure the safety of Texans.
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Texas Public Policy Foundation releases roadmap for state AI regulation

The Texas Public Policy Foundation (TPPF) has released a detailed research paper on artificial intelligence, focusing on its responsible use in Texas.
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Texas DPS enhances safety with new K-9 teams specializing in detection and tracking

The Texas Department of Public Safety (DPS) has announced the graduation of eight new K-9 teams and three certified K-9 Tech Trainers.
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Texas DPS launches first Border Mounted Patrol Unit

The Texas Department of Public Safety (DPS) has launched its inaugural Border Mounted Patrol Unit, a team of Texas Highway Patrol Troopers paired with horses to patrol the state's challenging border terrain.
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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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