Steven Schar as TCEQ Interim Executive Director
The Texas Commission on Environmental Quality (TCEQ) has announced Steven Schar as interim executive director effective October 2, 2026. Schar will serve as interim executive director replacing Kelly Keel who…
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Governor Abbott Issues Disaster Declaration Expanding Use of Dyed Diesel, Sends Waiver Request to EPA
Governor Greg Abbott has issued a statewide disaster proclamation to allow expanded use of dyed diesel on Texas roads. The proclamation also raises the allowable weight for fuel, agricultural, and…
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Upcoming Senate Committee Meetings
- Education - 10/6/2026on October 3, 2026 at 2:23 pm
Time: 9:30 AM, Location: E1.028 (Hearing Room)
- Education - 10/7/2026on October 3, 2026 at 2:23 pm
Time: 8:00 AM, Location: E1.028 (Hearing Room)
Upcoming House Committee Meetings
- Insurance - 10/5/2026on October 3, 2026 at 2:23 pm
Time: 9:00 AM, Location: E2.026
- S/C-Maternal Hlth/Menopause/Access-Evidence-Based Medicine - 10/5/2026on October 3, 2026 at 2:23 pm
Time: 9:00 AM, Location: E2.030
Upcoming Joint Committee Meetings
- No committee meetings scheduled.on October 3, 2026 at 2:23 pm
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