On January 13, 2010, the Texas Commission on Environmental Quality (TCEQ) approved the proposal for public comment of both the water quality standards and the implementation procedures (IP). The proposed rule language and Notice of Availability for the implementation procedures were published in the Texas Register. The comment period will begin the week of January 18th and end March 17, 2010. Those wishing to make comments on the rule or implementation procedures document are strongly encouraged to submit them to the agency electronically. The TCEQ requests public comment on the proposed “2010 Texas Surface Water Quality Standards” and the “Procedures to Implement the Standards.” For more information on the proposed nutrient criteria, the public comment period, the public-hearing date, and approval, please visit: http://www.tceq.state.tx.us/permitting/water_quality/stakeholders/2010standards.html.