The Advocate - Waste 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.
UST Operator Training courses now available on TCEQ Website
Oct. 2018 - New Class A and Class B operator training providers are now available
TCEQ to Host First Annual Autumn Environmental Conference & Expo
Aug. 2018 - TCEQ to Host First Annual Autumn Environmental Conference & Expo
New Municipal Solid Waste Application Checklist
Aug. 2018 - A new electronic checklist is available to assist customers with completing MSW applications.
Stage II Vapor Recovery Equipment Decommissioning deadline is Aug 31, 2018
Aug. 2018 – All Stage II vapor recovery equipment must be decommissioned at all gasoline dispensing facilities in ozone non-attainment counties no later than Aug. 31, 2018.
TCEQ Adopts Revisions to the Petroleum Storage Tank Rules
May 2018 – On May 9, 2018, TCEQ commissioners adopted revisions to 30 Texas Administrative Code (TAC) Chapter 334, Underground and Aboveground Storage Tanks.
Stage I Vapor Recovery Equipment and Annual Testing
Feb. 2018 - Owners and operators of some gasoline dispensing facilities in Texas must comply with state regulations for their Stage I vapor recovery system.
TCEQ Approves Publication of Proposed Petroleum Storage Tank Rules
Nov. 2017 - On Nov. 15, 2017, TCEQ commissioners approved publication of the proposed rules for petroleum storage tanks.
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