The Advocate - Other Articles
The Advocate is a periodic update on TCEQ rules, including information about compliance issues and regulatory concerns that affect small businesses and local governments. It’s produced by the TCEQ's Small Business and Local Government Assistance Section.
TCEQ Approves Publication of Proposed Rule for the Aggregate Production Operation Registration Program
February 2020 – On February 12, 2020, TCEQ commissioners approved publication of the proposed rule for the Aggregate Production Operation (APO) Registration Program.
Tier II Chemical Reporting for 2019 has Begun!
January 2020 - Tier II annual reports for 2019 are now being accepted.
Administrative Updates to the Sludge Rule: Comment Period and Public Meeting
Oct. 2019 - TCEQ seeks public comments on the proposed amended rules for the use, disposal, and transportation of sludge.
TCEQ Oil and Gas Industry Emission Event Workshop
Oct. 2019 - The Texas Commission on Environmental Quality is offering a FREE workshop to the oil and gas industry on how to properly evaluate and report emission events.
The EPA has Signed the Final Rule for Hazardous Waste Pharmaceuticals
Jan. 2019 - On Dec. 11, 2018, the EPA Acting Administrator signed the final rule for “Management Standards for Hazardous Waste Pharmaceuticals and Amendment to the P075 Listing for Nicotine.”