Texas Commission on Environmental Quality.
environmental agency of the state of Texas, USA
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What's happening
Active this week
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TCEQ authorizes specific burning activities and the Texas Forest Service terminates restrictions in Upshur County.Some support1 report
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The Texas Commission on Environmental Quality manages oilfield wastewater disposal and sets water quality guidelines for the state.Well supported7 reports2 developments inside
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TCEQ reviewed permits across Texas, including a decision on the Burleson concrete plant.Some support1 report
Earlier this month
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Under gubernatorial orders, TCEQ has halted data center permits pending information and audit completion from ERCOT.Well supported4 reports
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The Texas Commission on Environmental Quality required the city of Port Arthur to issue a boil water notice on October 5, 2026.Some support1 report
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Regulators are reviewing permits for Citgo, Formosa, and SpaceX, and holding hearings across the state of Texas.Some support2 reports
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Ontario company turns woody biomass into coal replacement while TCEQ regulates site acquisition in Houston.Some support1 report
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Boil water advisory mandated in Angelina County due to low water pressure.Some support1 report
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A city council in Texas is facing decisions regarding environmental permits, with the mayor advocating for a project revival in January.Some support2 reports1 development inside
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The Texas Commission on Environmental Quality launched an investigation into a local police department regarding an incident that occurred in the city of Trinidad, located near Dallas, Texas.Some support1 report
One to three months ago
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The city of Corpus Christi sought a temporary reprieve from a state order.Some support1 report1 development inside
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State agencies and representatives are discussing regulatory responsibilities for energy projects and rural needs.Some support1 report
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TCEQ notified officials in Abilene regarding various plant permits.Some support1 report
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Corpus Christi and the Texas Commission on Environmental Quality are considering an emergency order on water releases.Some support2 reports
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The Texas Commission on Environmental Quality approved an emergency order governing releases into the Nueces Bay system.Some support2 reports1 development inside
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The Galveston Bay Foundation expressed concern over water quality issues, leading to the approval of a project affecting the bay by the Texas Commission on Environmental Quality.Some support1 report
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Huber Carbonates LLC is seeking an expanded air quality permit from the Texas Commission on Environmental Quality.Some support1 report
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Texas Water Utilities received TCEQ approval and acquired Corix's Texas operations to serve Lometa and surrounding areas.Some support1 report
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Fire smoke and smog levels are affecting air quality in Fort Worth and surrounding counties in North Texas.Some support1 report
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TCEQ investigates refinery pollution incidents in the city of El Paso.Some support1 report
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TCEQ required a boil water notice for the City of Gilmer due to water loss.Some support2 reports
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Sunrise Beach needs storage capacity to comply with requirements set by the TCEQ, with HR Green serving as the engineering partner.Some support1 report
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TCEQ authorizes certain outdoor burning activities and TDOT operations are exempt from burn ban in Smith County.Some support6 reports
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TCEQ issued a penalty after a water system overhaul order was given in Zavalla.Some support1 report
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New Era is securing construction permits and TCEQ approval for a project in Odessa, Texas, aligning with Governor Abbott's directives.Some support3 reports
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Tyler was fined by the Texas Commission on Environmental Quality for non-compliance with environmental standards.Some support1 report
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TCEQ rules regarding the timeline for issuing boil water notices were dictated on August 12, 2026.Some support1 report
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An emergency burn ban order has been signed by David Blackburn, implementing state regulations governing certain burning activities in Bell County.Some support2 reports
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TCEQ reviewed a permit for a desalination facility in Texas City.Some support1 report
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The Texas Commission on Environmental Quality (TCEQ) has issued an Ozone Action Day alert for the Dallas-Fort Worth metropolitan area.Some support2 reports
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TCEQ investigated air quality issues at the city landfill in Amarillo, prompting a request for follow-up.Some support3 reports
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ONEOK is seeking a permit from the Texas Commission on Environmental Quality for a proposed fuel storage facility development in Harris County.Some support1 report
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TCEQ approved registration for Waste Energy Corp., which plans expansion across Texas and operates a waste conversion campus in Midland.Some support6 reports
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TCEQ mandated a boil notice for the City of Nacogdoches following a water line break.Some support1 report
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A sewer overflow incident requiring regulatory notification has occurred in Town Creek.Some support2 reports
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The city of Carrizo Springs must follow TCEQ testing and approval protocols while operating within the state of Texas.Some support1 report
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TCEQ is enforcing water district laws, involving Michael Moon and Brad Buckley.Some support1 report
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Houston area faces landfill operational issues, prompting TCEQ investigation into fire procedures.Some support1 report
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A violation has been issued by the environmental agency regarding Weimar, concurrent with Dilley expressing interest in a vacant seat.Some support1 report
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TCEQ required a notice following a system pressure loss in Crowley.Some support1 report
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Low pressure caused a water distribution system failure involving the Trinity Bay Conservation District.Some support1 report
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Bevil Oaks Water System experienced low water pressure due to a power loss on June 30, 2026.Some support1 report
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The Texas Commission on Environmental Quality required the public water system of Texarkana to issue a notice regarding a water quality issue.Some support3 reports
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Development activity in Cates Creek is under scrutiny for alleged failures in best management practices, leading to silting and sedimentation issues.Some support1 report
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The Texas Commission on Environmental Quality required a public water system in the City of Shallowater to issue a boil notice.Some support2 reports
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TCEQ approved the lift of the boil water notice following an incident in Laredo, where Victor Trevino served as the city's representative.Some support1 report
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TCEQ mandated boil water notices for Atascosa Rural Water Supply Corp. due to potential bacteria and metals.Some support1 report
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What's reaching Texas Commission on Environmental Quality
Events traced to Texas Commission on Environmental Quality, step by step, newest first- How could the shift to groundwater wells affect the Texas Commission on Environmental Quality?New groundwater drilling plan may increase regulatory oversight for TCEQ.Possible
- How could the condemnation of weak water penalties affect the Texas Commission on Environmental Quality?Public pressure may force TCEQ to strengthen data center water use enforcementPossible
- TCEQ faces increased regulatory pressure from data center environmental concernsTCEQ faces increased regulatory pressure from data center environmental concernsPossible
- TCEQ may adjust protocols amid Texas THC product bansTCEQ may need to adjust protocols following Texas's new THC product rulesPossible
- How could the political contest involving Gina Hinojosa affect Texas Commission on Environmental Quality?Political pressure may force the TCEQ to adjust data center permit rulesPossible
- How could James Frank's re-election policy proposals affect Texas Commission on Environmental Quality?Frank's water security push may increase TCEQ's regulatory focus.Possible
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- How could Abbott's emergency declarations affect the Texas Commission on Environmental Quality?Abbott's emergency powers may allow him to suspend regulations at TCEQPossible
- Dyed diesel push may force TCEQ to reassess state environmental standardsDyed diesel push may force TCEQ to reassess state environmental standardsPossible
Explainers that pass through Texas Commission on Environmental Quality
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News at the entities that move Texas Commission on Environmental Quality most-
Greg Abbott StructuralTalarico and Paxton are racing in the Senate race, while Abbott leads Hinojosa in the gubernatorial contest.Moves Texas Commission on Environmental Quality
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Electric Reliability Council of Texas StructuralA city council introduced a new code requiring compliance with utility criteria.Moves Texas Commission on Environmental Quality
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Texas StructuralJudge Terry Means handled a case involving Texas surveillance, while Flock cameras continue to monitor roads across North Texas.Moves Texas Commission on Environmental Quality
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Sierra Club OperationalA mobilization in Pittsburgh, featuring various advocacy groups and speakers, responded to policies of the Trump administration.Moves Texas Commission on Environmental Quality
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Midland StructuralCity partners with Permian Resources for improvements to Wadley Barron Park in Midland.Moves Texas Commission on Environmental Quality
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city council StructuralA city council is facing a long-term operating deficit.Moves Texas Commission on Environmental Quality
Connections
The 40 strongest of 76, analyzed from the reporting. The bars show how strongly a change on one side reaches the other.-
Greg Abbott Structural
Governor Abbott uses executive authority to direct the TCEQ to halt the issuance of new data center permits.
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Electric Reliability Council of Texas Structural
TCEQ's permitting actions are formally constrained by the completion and findings of ERCOT's grid reliability audits.
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Texas Water Development Board Structural
The two government agencies are formally required to coordinate on resource management and permit issues, with findings from one directly impacting the operational eligibility of the other.
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Texas Structural
TCEQ functions as the mandated environmental regulator operating under the legal authority of the State of Texas.
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Bell County Structural
Bell County operates under the regulatory authority of the Texas Commission on Environmental Quality regarding specific activities like burning.
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Corpus Christi Structural
The city is subject to formal regulatory orders and oversight from the state environmental quality commission.
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Lennar Corporation Structural
Lennar Corporation is subject to the regulatory oversight and operational standards set by the Texas Commission on Environmental Quality.
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Texarkana Structural
TCEQ formally regulates the public water system within Texarkana, requiring compliance with environmental notices.
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ONEOK Structural
ONEOK is seeking regulatory permits from the Texas Commission on Environmental Quality for its fuel storage facility.
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Carrizo Springs Structural
TCEQ holds regulatory authority over Carrizo Springs, requiring adherence to specific testing and operational protocols.
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Amarillo Structural
Amarillo's city landfill operations are subject to formal regulatory oversight and enforcement by the Texas Commission on Environmental Quality.
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Beaumont Operational
Beaumont coordinates water quality investigations with TCEQ, which also imposes regulatory notices on the city.
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Formosa Structural
The location Formosa is subject to permitting and oversight by the Texas Commission on Environmental Quality.
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Upshur County Structural
TCEQ formally regulates and authorizes specific activities within Upshur County.
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Nueces River Structural
The TCEQ issues binding orders that govern the releases and management of the Nueces River system into Nueces Bay.
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Smith County Structural
TCEQ formally regulates environmental activities within Smith County.
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Houston Structural
TCEQ imposes formal regulatory oversight on site acquisition activities within the city of Houston.
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Fort Worth Structural
TCEQ utilizes its regulatory authority to issue Ozone Action Day alerts for the Dallas-Fort Worth metro area.
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Weimar Structural
A is subject to formal oversight and regulatory action by B, evidenced by a current violation.
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Burleson Structural
TCEQ regulates environmental permits for activities within Burleson.
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Sierra Club Operational
Sierra Club advocates for specific regulatory assessments regarding thermal plant water use and rights management within the TCEQ's purview.
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Midland Structural
Midland's development activities are subject to the regulatory oversight and approval process of the Texas Commission on Environmental Quality.
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Citgo Structural
The TCEQ regulates Citgo by reviewing its operational permits.
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New Era Structural
New Era requires regulatory approval from the Texas Commission on Environmental Quality to commence its grading operations.
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Tyler Structural
Tyler is subject to environmental regulation and oversight by the Texas Commission on Environmental Quality.
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Galveston Structural
Galveston operates under the regulatory oversight of the Texas Commission on Environmental Quality regarding bay water quality projects.
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Crowley Structural
Crowley is subject to regulatory oversight by the Texas Commission on Environmental Quality.
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city council Structural
City council decisions formally affect the environmental permit status managed by the Texas Commission on Environmental Quality.
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Port Arthur Structural
Port Arthur operates under the formal regulatory jurisdiction and oversight of the Texas Commission on Environmental Quality.
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Ellen Troxclair Structural
Ellen Troxclair is involved in a permit application process regulated by the Texas Commission on Environmental Quality.
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Stephens County Structural
The county is subject to regulatory orders issued by the state environmental agency, which include specific exceptions for agency activities.
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SpaceX Structural
SpaceX is subject to formal regulatory oversight and compliance requirements enforced by the Texas Commission on Environmental Quality.
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Dallas Structural
The Texas Commission on Environmental Quality regulates environmental conditions in the Dallas-Fort Worth area.
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Catherine Eaves Shared context
A operates within the regulatory context defined by TCEQ's operational rules, specifically regarding boil water notices.
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Town Creek Structural
Town Creek is subject to the regulatory oversight of the Texas Commission on Environmental Quality regarding environmental incidents like sewer overflows.
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Cole Stanley Transactional
The individual involved in the matter initiated a request for a follow-up investigation with the regulatory body regarding specific concerns.
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Harris County Shared context
Harris County takes environmental actions, operating within the broader regulatory context of the state.
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El Paso Shared context
TCEQ investigates refinery pollution incidents within the geographic boundaries of El Paso.
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Angelina County Structural
Angelina County operates under the regulatory and environmental oversight of the Texas Commission on Environmental Quality.
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Childress Structural
A government agency is engaged in a functional capacity with B regarding operational issues concerning low disinfectant levels.
History
Events by the month they beganOctober 2026
3 events- TCEQ authorizes specific burning activities and the Texas Forest Service terminates restrictions in Upshur County.
- TCEQ reviewed permits across Texas, including a decision on the Burleson concrete plant.
- The Texas Commission on Environmental Quality required the city of Port Arthur to issue a boil water notice on October 5, 2026.
September 2026
11 events- Under gubernatorial orders, TCEQ has halted data center permits pending information and audit completion from ERCOT.
- Regulators are reviewing permits for Citgo, Formosa, and SpaceX, and holding hearings across the state of Texas.
- Ontario company turns woody biomass into coal replacement while TCEQ regulates site acquisition in Houston.
- Boil water advisory mandated in Angelina County due to low water pressure.
- A city council in Texas is facing decisions regarding environmental permits, with the mayor advocating for a project revival in January.
- The Texas Commission on Environmental Quality launched an investigation into a local police department regarding an incident that occurred in the city of Trinidad, located near Dallas, Texas.
- State agencies and representatives are discussing regulatory responsibilities for energy projects and rural needs.
- TCEQ notified officials in Abilene regarding various plant permits.
- Corpus Christi and the Texas Commission on Environmental Quality are considering an emergency order on water releases.
- The Galveston Bay Foundation expressed concern over water quality issues, leading to the approval of a project affecting the bay by the Texas Commission on Environmental Quality.
- Huber Carbonates LLC is seeking an expanded air quality permit from the Texas Commission on Environmental Quality.
August 2026
14 events- The Texas Commission on Environmental Quality approved an emergency order governing releases into the Nueces Bay system.
- Texas Water Utilities received TCEQ approval and acquired Corix's Texas operations to serve Lometa and surrounding areas.
- Fire smoke and smog levels are affecting air quality in Fort Worth and surrounding counties in North Texas.
- TCEQ investigates refinery pollution incidents in the city of El Paso.
- TCEQ required a boil water notice for the City of Gilmer due to water loss.
- Sunrise Beach needs storage capacity to comply with requirements set by the TCEQ, with HR Green serving as the engineering partner.
- TCEQ authorizes certain outdoor burning activities and TDOT operations are exempt from burn ban in Smith County.
- TCEQ issued a penalty after a water system overhaul order was given in Zavalla.
- New Era is securing construction permits and TCEQ approval for a project in Odessa, Texas, aligning with Governor Abbott's directives.
- Tyler was fined by the Texas Commission on Environmental Quality for non-compliance with environmental standards.
- TCEQ rules regarding the timeline for issuing boil water notices were dictated on August 12, 2026.
- An emergency burn ban order has been signed by David Blackburn, implementing state regulations governing certain burning activities in Bell County.
- TCEQ reviewed a permit for a desalination facility in Texas City.
- The Texas Commission on Environmental Quality (TCEQ) has issued an Ozone Action Day alert for the Dallas-Fort Worth metropolitan area.
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July 2026
12 events- The city of Corpus Christi sought a temporary reprieve from a state order.
- ONEOK is seeking a permit from the Texas Commission on Environmental Quality for a proposed fuel storage facility development in Harris County.
- TCEQ approved registration for Waste Energy Corp., which plans expansion across Texas and operates a waste conversion campus in Midland.
- TCEQ mandated a boil notice for the City of Nacogdoches following a water line break.
- A sewer overflow incident requiring regulatory notification has occurred in Town Creek.
- The city of Carrizo Springs must follow TCEQ testing and approval protocols while operating within the state of Texas.
- TCEQ is enforcing water district laws, involving Michael Moon and Brad Buckley.
- Houston area faces landfill operational issues, prompting TCEQ investigation into fire procedures.
- A violation has been issued by the environmental agency regarding Weimar, concurrent with Dilley expressing interest in a vacant seat.
- TCEQ required a notice following a system pressure loss in Crowley.
- Low pressure caused a water distribution system failure involving the Trinity Bay Conservation District.
- Bevil Oaks Water System experienced low water pressure due to a power loss on June 30, 2026.
June 2026
7 events- The Texas Commission on Environmental Quality manages oilfield wastewater disposal and sets water quality guidelines for the state.
- TCEQ investigated air quality issues at the city landfill in Amarillo, prompting a request for follow-up.
- The Texas Commission on Environmental Quality required the public water system of Texarkana to issue a notice regarding a water quality issue.
- Development activity in Cates Creek is under scrutiny for alleged failures in best management practices, leading to silting and sedimentation issues.
- The Texas Commission on Environmental Quality required a public water system in the City of Shallowater to issue a boil notice.
- TCEQ approved the lift of the boil water notice following an incident in Laredo, where Victor Trevino served as the city's representative.
- TCEQ mandated boil water notices for Atascosa Rural Water Supply Corp. due to potential bacteria and metals.