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2005 Emissions Inventory Guidelines
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01/2006
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RG-360/05
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Guide to the Emissions Inventory for industrial facilities that produce air emissions and must report their annual emissions to the TCEQ. Online Format: PDF HTML
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2006 Annual Report: Managing Nonpoint Source Pollution in Texas
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02/2007
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SFR-066/06
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Annual report of Texas' progress towards reducing nonpoint source pollution. Highlights the state's efforts to collect data and assess water quality, implement projects that reduce or prevent nonpoint source pollution, and educate and involve the public. Online Format: PDF
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2006 Emissions Inventory Forms and Instructions
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01/2007
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RG-360B/06
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Blank and sample forms and instructions related to the Emissions Inventory for facilities that produce air emissions to use for reporting their annual emissions to the TCEQ. Companion to RG-360A. Online Format: PDF HTML
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2006 Emissions Inventory Guidelines
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01/2007
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RG-360A/06
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Guide to the Emissions Inventory for industrial facilities that produce air emissions and must report their annual emissions to the TCEQ. Online Format: PDF HTML
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2007 Annual Report: Managing Nonpoint Source Pollution in Texas
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02/2008
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SFR-066/07
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$3.25
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Annual report of Texas' progress towards reducing nonpoint source pollution. Highlights the state's efforts to collect data and assess water quality, implement projects that reduce or prevent nonpoint source pollution, and educate and involve the public. Online Format: PDF
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2007 Emissions Inventory Forms and Instructions
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01/2008
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RG-360B/07
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$8.75
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Blank and sample forms and instructions related to the Emissions Inventory for facilities that produce air emissions to use for reporting their annual emissions to the TCEQ. Companion to RG-360A. Online Format: PDF HTML
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2007 Emissions Inventory Guidelines
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01/2008
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RG-360A/07
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$8.75
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Guide to the Emissions Inventory for industrial facilities that produce air emissions and must report their annual emissions to the TCEQ. Online Format: PDF HTML
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30 TAC 290 Subchapter F: Drinking Water Standards Governing Drinking Water Quality and Reporting Requirements for Public Water Systems
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05/2008
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RG-346
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$5.00
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Verbatim text of rules, with preface and list of abbreviations Online Format: PDF
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30 TAC Chapter 290 Subchapter D: Rules and Regulations for Public Water Systems
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05/2008
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RG-195
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$5.00
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Requirements for the design, operation, and maintenance, of water treatment plants and systems that supply potable water to the citizens of Texas. Online Format: PDF
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A Guide to Developing an Environmental Management System for a Small Business
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07/2007
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GI-304
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$1.75
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For small businesses that are thinking of developing an environmental management system (EMS)--a voluntary way to handle environmental matters. Outlines the basic EMS components and gives examples of how to implement them. Online Format: PDF
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A Guide to Pollution Prevention Planning
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11/2008
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RG-409
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$5.00
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Details the steps in the pollution prevention planning process for facilities that must comply under the Waste Reduction Policy Act--small and large quantity generators and those who report on the Toxics Release Inventory Form R. Online Format: PDF
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A Model Environmental Management System for Local Governments
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01/2007
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RG-437
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$1.75
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A guide for local governments considering the development of an environmental management system (EMS). Online Format: PDF
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A Model Environmental Management System for a Small Business: Metal Finisher
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07/2007
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GI-304A
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$1.75
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For small businesses that have decided to do an environmental management system (EMS)--a voluntary way to handle environmental matters. Provides example EMS working papers for a hypothetical metal finisher. Online Format: PDF
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Acid Rain Potential in East Texas Reservoirs
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03/2007
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AS-198
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$1.75
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Results of a study done to determine effects of acid rain on east Texas reservoirs, including Caddo Lake. Online Format: PDF
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Affected Property Assessment Requirements
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03/2004
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RG-366/TRRP-12
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$1.75
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Outlines requirements for defining three-dimensional extent of the affected property and protective concentration level exceedance zone pursuant to the Texas Risk Reduction Program (TRRP). Online Format: PDF
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Air Emissions Fee
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09/2003
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RG-397
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$1.75
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Answers questions related to these reporting fees. Online Format: PDF
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Air Inspection Fee
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09/2003
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RG-396
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$1.75
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Answers questions related to these reporting fees. Online Format: PDF
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Air Pollution from Particles - Facts
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10/2008
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GI-274
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$1.75
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Explains fine particle air pollution, why it is a concern, and what is being done to reduce it. Online Format: PDF
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An Environmental Guide for Texas Auto Body Shops
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08/2006
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RG-432
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$3.25
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Basic rules and regulations the auto body industry needs to know and follow in order to comply with state and federal environmental laws. This booklet includes a set of general guidelines and a helpful compliance checklist. Online Format: PDF
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Annual Report of Other Required Information, Fiscal Year Ending August 31, 2007
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12/2007
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SFR-072/07
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$1.75
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Required report to the Legislature that is independent of the agency's Annual Financial Report and reports on several miscellaneous items, such as schedule of vehicles purchased, legal service fees, HUB strategic plan progress report. Not available online Online Format: PDF
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Answers for Small Auto Body Shops, Obtaining Air Authorization Under Permit by Rule 106.436 / Respuestas Para Pequeños Talleres de Carrocería, Comó obtener una autorización de aire bajo el Permiso por Regla 106.436
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08/2007
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GI-151
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$1.75
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A reference for auto body shop owners and operators. Una referencia para dueños y operadores de talleres de carrocería. Online Format: PDF PDF (Spanish)
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Appealing a Rate Change Decision
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09/2007
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GI-024
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$1.75
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For water or sewer utility customers. Information on how to appeal a rate change decision made by a board of directors, a city council, or county commissioners. Online Format: PDF
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Applicability and Grandfathering
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12/2003
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RG-366/TRRP-02
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$1.75
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Use to determine whether these rules apply to your site or facility. Lists exclusions and situations that qualify for "grandfathering" as identified in the Texas Risk Reduction Program (TRRP) rules. Online Format: PDF
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Application of Remedy Standards A and B
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10/2008
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RG-366/TRRP-28
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$1.75
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An overview of Remedy Standards A and B. Online Format: PDF
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Approval of Training for Occupational Licensing
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12/2007
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RG-373
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$1.75
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Describes the process for obtaining TCEQ approval of initial and continuing education training for professionals who do work that affects environmental quality and public health. Includes application, instructions, and checklists. Online Format: PDF
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Atlas of Texas Surface Water
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08/2004
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GI-316
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$8.75
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Book of color maps depicting the state's surface waters (divided by classified segments), including its lakes, bays, ponds, reservoirs, streams, rivers, estuaries and wetlands. Online Format: HTML
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Automate Your TERP Monitoring
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02/2008
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GI-386
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$1.75
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Informs TERP grant recipients of a service allowing them to automate their monitoring using GPS. Online Format: PDF
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Automotive Repair Shops, An Environmental Guide for...
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08/2003
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RG-308
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$1.75
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Basic rules and regulations the auto repair industry needs to know and follow in order to comply with state and federal environmental laws. This booklet includes a set of general guidelines and a helpful compliance checklist. Online Format: PDF
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Backflow Protection on Water-Based Fire Protection Systems
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10/2008
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RG-345
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$1.75
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Guidance for water purveyors, waterworks operators, fire line personnel, professional consultants, and licensed testers. Online Format: PDF
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Bay Briefings: Freshwater Inflow
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02/2006
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GI-346
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$1.75
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Two-sided information sheet with info about the natural variation in the timing and location of inflows to the bay that help to maintain its ability to maintain a wide range of conditions. *Not available online. Order a copy.
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Bay Briefings: Habitat Protection
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02/2006
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GI-344
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$1.75
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Two-sided information sheet with info about Galveston Bay's habitats and the Estuary Program's effort to protect remaining habitat. How the ecosystem is affected by development and other factors. *Not available online. Order a copy.
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Bay Briefings: Public Health
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02/2006
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GI-345
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$1.75
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Two-sided information sheet with info about the public health risks associated with Galveston Bay. *Not available online. Order a copy.
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Bay Briefings: Shoreline Management
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02/2006
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GI-348
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$1.75
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Two-sided information sheet with info about the effect of development on the shoreline and the Estuary Program's effort to manage it. *Not available online. Order a copy.
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Bay Briefings: Species Protection
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02/2006
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GI-347
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$1.75
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Two-sided information sheet with info about how the Estuary Program is helping to protect habitat as well as aquatic and wildlife species. *Not available online. Order a copy.
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Bay Briefings: Spills, Fills, and Dumping
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02/2006
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GI-349
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$1.75
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Two-sided information sheet with information about the effects of the spilling of oil and other chemicals and the improper disposal of trash. *Not available online. Order a copy.
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Bay Briefings: Water and Sediment Quality
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02/2006
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GI-343
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$1.75
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Two-sided information sheet with info about Galveston Bay's water and sediment quality--what the Estuary Program is doing and what the public can do. *Not available online. Order a copy.
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Bay Briefings: Seafood Consumption Advisories
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02/2006
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GI-350
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$1.75
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Two-sided information sheet with information about health risk of fish and shellfish in some areas of Galveston Bay. *Not available online. Order a copy.
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Beneficial Land Use and Surface Disposal Fees
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09/2003
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RG-117
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$1.75
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Answers questions related to these reporting fees. Online Format: PDF
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Bioaccumulation of Mercury in Selected East Texas Water Bodies
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05/2000
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AS-180
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$5.00
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Findings from a study of mercury pollution in fish in reservoirs of East Texas. Summarizes and integrates previous studies about the global cycling of mercury in the air and the fate and transport of mercury when deposited into surface waters. Online Format: PDF
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Biodiesel Manufacturing: Rules for Operating in Texas
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09/2008
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RG-462
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$1.75
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Online Format: PDF ASCII Text (Spanish)
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Can I Recycle Some of My Industrial or Hazardous Waste?
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08/2006
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RG-240
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$1.75
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Tells how to decide whether a facility has a material or a waste, and which regulations apply. Online Format: PDF
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Care for Our Air (poster) / Cuida Nuestro Aire (cartel)
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03/2005
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GI-323
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$1.75
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Poster (22.02 x 34.06 inches, in English and Spanish) for K-12 students with the message "Walk. Bike. Carpool. It's more fun!" Cartel (22.02 x 34.06 pulgadas, en inglés y español), dirigido a alumnos de niveles K-12, con el mensaje "Camine, o vaya a bicicleta o en carro compartido. ¡Es más divertido!" Online Format: PDF
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Citizen Handbook on Superfund in Texas / Manual del Ciudadano sobre el programa Superfund en Texas
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03/2008
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GI-014
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$1.75
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Explains the Superfund program in Texas, how hazardous substances are cleaned up, how to learn about the process and the health effects that could be caused by hazardous substances, and where to get information. (Also available in Spanish) Explica el programa Superfund en Texas, cómo se limpian las sustancias peligrosas, cómo se puede aprender el procedimiento y los efectos higiénicos que pueden ser causados por sustancias peligrosas, y dónde se puede obtener información. Online Format: PDF
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Classification & Coding of Industrial & Hazardous Waste, Guidelines for the...
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02/2005
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RG-022
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$3.25
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Assists generators of industrial and hazardous waste in meeting the requirements of self-waste classification. Online Format: PDF
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Clean Water for Texas, Working Together for Water Quality
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08/2002
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GI-284
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$1.75
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Explains the state's program for protecting and restoring water quality in the surface water bodies of Texas and tells how stakeholders and citizens can get involved. Online Format: PDF
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Coliform Sampling for Public Water Systems
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01/2005
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RG-421
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$1.75
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Tells the operators of public water systems about requirements for monitoring coliform organisms, which indicate conditions that could cause illness. Online Format: PDF
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Commercial Management Facilities for Hazardous and Industrial Solid Wastes
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12/2006
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GI-225
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$1.75
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List of facilities that are authorized by the TCEQ to manage industrial hazardous waste, industrial nonhazardous waste, or both. Includes not only facilities with permits but also those with interim authorizations as of November 2003. Online Format: PDF
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Comparison of 30 TAC 334 and 30 TAC 350: Regulation of LPST Sites under TRRP
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08/2003
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RG-366/TRRP-04A
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$1.75
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Provides information on the differences between (a) the portions of Chapter 334 (with respect to PSTs) that are being replaced by rules of the Texas Risk Reduction Program and (b) the TRRP rules that are replacing them. Online Format: PDF
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Comparison of 30 TAC 335 and 30 TAC 350: Points to Consider in Making the Shift
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RG-366/TRRP-04
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$1.75
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Summarizes the primary differences between the Risk Reduction Rule and the Texas Risk Reduction Program Rule. Online Format: PDF
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Compliance History: How It Works
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09/2008
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RG-457
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$1.75
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Explanation of compliance history reports and classifications/ratings. Intended for entities classified as poor performers. Online Format: PDF
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Complying with Rules on Surface Preparation: Buffing, Blasting, Water Jetting, etc.
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10/2007
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RG-413
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$1.75
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Provides basic information, legal cites, and other resources on rules that apply to surface preparation facilities operated by businesses and local governments. Online Format: PDF
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Complying with the Pollution Prevention Planning Law
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04/2004
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RG-209
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$1.75
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Gives the basics on pollution prevention planning requirements for facilities that must comply under the Waste Reduction Policy Act--small and large quantity generators and those who report on the Toxics Release Inventory Form R. Online Format: PDF
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Confused About Environmental Rules?
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05/2008
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GI-202
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$1.75
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Publication that briefly describes the TCEQ's Small Business and Local Government Assistance program. Online Format: PDF
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Convenience Switch Collection Program Regulatory Incentives
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12/2006
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RG-443
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$1.75
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Information about the voluntary program to assist vehicle recyclers and scrap metal recycling facilities in removing mercury convenience switches from end-of-life vehicles. Online Format: PDF
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Creosote: What is it? What are the risks? / Creosota: ¿Qué es? ¿Cuáles son los Riesgos?
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07/2002
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GI-285
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$1.75
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Explains (in English and Spanish) the dangers of creosote and how to reduce the risk. Explica (en inglés y español) los peligros del creosota y como reducir los riesgos. Online Format: PDF PDF (Spanish)
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Dam Removal Guidelines
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09/2006
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GI-358
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$1.75
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Provides guidance to dam owners or engineers considering removal of a dam. Outlines questions to consider and steps and procedures to ensure process is conducted safely and in accordance with all state and federal rules. Online Format: PDF
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Determining PCLs for Surface Water and Sediment
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12/2007
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RG-366/TRRP-24
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$1.75
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Under the Texas Risk Reduction Program, describes how to determine the surface water and sediment PCLs for human and ecological receptors, the surface water RBEL, and the source media PCLs for groundwater and soil. Online Format: PDF
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Developer's Bond Application Report Format
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06/2006
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RG-178
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$3.25
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Step-by-step instructions for water districts on how to prepare a bond application for submission to the TCEQ. Online Format: PDF
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Disinfectant Residual Reporting for Public Water Systems
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07/2007
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RG-407
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$1.75
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Shows public water systems that use only purchased water or groundwater how to comply with the disinfectant-level monitoring and reporting requirements of 30 TAC Section 290.110. Includes example calculations, worksheets, sample report, blank report form. Online Format: PDF
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Disposal of Domestic or Exotic Livestock Carcasses
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03/2005
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RG-419
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$1.75
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A guide for farm and ranch owners, state agencies, and local authorities when faced with animal mortalities. Online Format: PDF
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Do You Want to Make an Environmental Complaint? Do You Have Information or Evidence? / ¿Desea Presentar una Queja Ambiental? ¿Cuenta con Información o Evidencia?
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02/2007
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GI-278
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$1.75
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Explains (in English and Spanish) how to report an environmental problem and what happens after you do. Explica (en inglés y español) cómo reportar un problema ambiental y lo que ocurre después de que usted lo reporta. Online Format: PDF PDF (Spanish)
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Do Your Part! Be a S.M.A.R.T. Driver (poster)
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09/2007
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GI-375
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$1.75
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Tips for new drivers on driving efficiently and keeping their vehicles in good running condition to help reduce air pollution. (poster, 11 x 17 inches) Online Format: PDF
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Do Your Part! Take Care of Texas in your Office.
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06/2008
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GI-388
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$1.75
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Brochure with 20 environmental tips for improving air and water quality, conserving water and energy, and reducing waste at the office. Online Format: PDF
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Drive Clean Across Texas bookmark
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12/2006
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GI-312
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$1.75
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Bookmark for students with five tips for less automobile pollution. Online Format: PDF
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Drive Clean Across Texas bumper sticker
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06/2004
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M-002
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$1.75
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Bumper sticker (3.25" x 13") with the Drive Clean Across Texas message. Online Format: PDF
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Drive Clean Across Texas notepad
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06/2004
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M-001
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$1.75
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Notepad (8.5" x 5.5") with the Drive Clean Across Texas logo. *Not available online. Order a copy.
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Drive Clean Across Texas: Becoming Clean Air Aware, K-12 curriculum brochure
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04/2008
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GI-313
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$1.75
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Brochure describing the K-12 curriculum designed to teach how transportation choices affect air quality. Online Format: PDF
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Drought Contingency Planning for Retail Public Water Suppliers, Handbook for...
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04/2005
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RG-424
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$3.25
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Guidance for preparing drought contingency plans. Provides a single source of guidance meeting the planning requirements of either the TCEQ or the Texas Water Development Board. Online Format: PDF
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Drought Contingency Planning for Wholesale Public Water Suppliers, Handbook for...
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04/2005
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RG-426
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$3.25
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Guidance for preparing drought contingency plans. Provides a single source of guidance meeting the planning requirements of either the TCEQ or the Texas Water Development Board. Online Format: PDF
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Dry Cleaning Activities: Report to the 80th Legislature
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12/2006
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SFR-083/06
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$1.75
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Report on collection of funds, disbursement from the fund, the extent of corrective action, and site ranking. Online Format: PDF
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Dry Cleaning Activities: Report to the 81st Texas Legislature
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12/2008
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SFR-083/08
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$1.75
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Report on collection of funds, disbursement from the fund, the extent of corrective action, and site ranking. Online Format: PDF
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Due Dates and Monitoring Tip Sheet for TPDES Domestic Wastewater Permittees
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11/2007
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RG-448
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$1.75
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11x17 inch poster listing due dates and compliance tips for wastewater treatment facility owners and operators. Online Format: PDF
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Ecoregions of Texas
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12/2007
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AS-199
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$5.00
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Companion Book to the Ecoregions of Texas map/poster produced by the EPA. Online Format: PDF
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Edwards Aquifer Recharge and Transition Zones, Rules Protecting the...
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04/2008
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RG-011
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$1.75
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Guidance on restrictions relating to construction on the Edwards Aquifer Recharge Zone in Williamson, Travis, Hays, Comal, Bexar, Medina, Uvalde, and Kinney counties. Online Format: PDF
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Edwards Aquifer Technical Guidance Manual
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07/2005
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RG-348
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$11.00
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Guidance on the rules that apply specifically to the Edwards Aquifer. Online Format: PDF HTML
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Environmental Rules for Car Washes
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06/2007
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RG-434
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$1.75
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Summarizes the environmental requirements that apply to car washes and the actions you need to take to operate your car wash in compliance with state and federal laws. Online Format: PDF
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Environmental Rules for Sawmills
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08/2005
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RG-430
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$1.75
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Summarizes the environmental requirements for sawmills and describes proper operation in compliance with state and federal laws. Online Format: PDF
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Environmental and Natural Resources Portal (bookmark)
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07/2004
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GI-317
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$1.75
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A bookmark that describes the TexasOnline Web site's Environmental Portal. Online Format: PDF
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Establishing a Consumers Group
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11/2004
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GI-045
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$1.75
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Guide on how and why to establish a consumers group for customers of privately owned utilities. Online Format: PDF
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Facility Fee
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09/2003
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RG-118
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$1.75
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Answers questions related to this reporting fee. Online Format: PDF
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Facility Operations Area
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09/2005
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RG-366/TRRP-34
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$1.75
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Procedures for regulated community/environmental professionals to establish a Facility Operations Area to address multiple sources of chemicals of concern in an operational chemical- or petroleum-manufacturing plant required to perform corrective action. Online Format: PDF
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Financial Reporting Requirements for Districts and River Authorities
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11/2003
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RG-378
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$1.75
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Water districts in Texas must file an annual financial report, an audit report, or a dormancy report each year. This guide tells how to determine the type of report that must be filed and the deadline for filing that report. Online Format: PDF
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Finding Rules and Rulemaking Information on the TCEQ Web Site
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04/2007
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GI-354
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$1.75
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Information on accessing TCEQ rules and rulemaking procedures on the web. Online Format: PDF
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Freshwater Ecology, Guide to...
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08/2005
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GI-034
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$5.00
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Manual to familiarize individuals with the freshwater environment. Online Format: PDF
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Funding Sources for Utilities
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02/2003
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RG-220
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$1.75
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Listing of agencies and organizations that provide funding and assistance to utilities. Online Format: PDF
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Galveston Bay and the Galveston Bay Estuary Program
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06/2007
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GI-342
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$1.75
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An overview of the Galveston Bay Estuary and Galveston Bay Estuary Program. Online Format: PDF
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Galveston Bay: Discover a Treasure in Your Backyard
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05/2007
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GI-369
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$1.75
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Newspaper insert explaining the importance of protecting Galveston Bay and its estuaries. Online Format: PDF
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General Permit Storm Water and General Permit Wastewater Fee
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11/2005
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RG-412
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$1.75
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Answers commonly asked questions from those billed for these annual fees, and provides agency contacts for more detailed questions. Online Format: PDF
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Get Money to Upgrade or Replace Your Truck or Equipment--And Clear the Air / Obtenga Dinero Para Mejorar O Reemplazar Su Camión O Maquinaria--Y Limpie El Aire!
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11/2007
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GI-280
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$0.00
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Announces to citizens and businesses new financial incentives for buying low-emission vehicles Anuncia a individuos y negocios nuevos incentivos económicos para comprar vehículos de bajas emisiones. Online Format: PDF
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Get a Helping Hand from an EnviroMentor
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04/2008
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GI-293
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$1.75
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A brochure that tells small businesses and local governments how they can get free, confidential help with environmental regulations from environmental professionals. Includes an application form, TCEQ-20004. (In English and Spanish) Online Format: PDF
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Getting Environmental Assistance from the TCEQ - Preventing Pollution, Conserving Resources, and Achieving Compliance
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10/2003
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GI-302
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$1.75
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A general-information brochure that lists the environmental programs at the Texas Commission on Environmental Quality and tells how to find information about these programs on the TCEQ Web site. Online Format: PDF
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Golden Alga in Texas
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09/2007
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GI-378
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$1.75
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A guide to the effects of golden alga events in Texas. Includes health and seafood tips and how to recognize and report golden agla blooms. Online Format: PDF
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Groundwater Classification
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03/2003
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RG-366/TRRP-08
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$1.75
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Provides recommended procedures for classifying groundwater and documenting the classification under the Texas Risk Reduction Program. Online Format: PDF
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Groundwater Monitoring and Reporting [at LPST Sites]
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09/1996
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RG-043
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$1.75
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Guidelines for groundwater monitoring (sampling and gauging) and reporting at leaking petroleum storage tank (LPST) sites. Online Format: PDF
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Groundwater Protection Committee, Activities and Recommendations of the Texas... (Report to the 80th Legislature)
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01/2007
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SFR-047/06
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$3.25
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Committee's report describing their activities for the two preceding years and recommendations for groundwater protection. Online Format: PDF
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Guia Verde de Texas de Guantera
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09/2007
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GI-377esp
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$1.75
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Una guía breve para reducir las emisiones vehiculares y mejorar la economía de combustible. Online Format: PDF (Spanish)
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Guia Verde para el Cuidado de Jardines
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02/2008
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GI-028esp
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$1.75
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Información detallada sobre el diseño y cuidado de jardines en harmonía con la naturaleza. Online Format: PDF
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Guidance for Recording the Usage of TERP Grant-Funded Equipment / Guías para Documentar el Uso de Maquinaria Comprada con Ayuda de un Subsidio TERP
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01/2007
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RG-444
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$1.75
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Guide for recording usage of equipment paid for under TERP grants. Guía para documentar el uso de maquinaria comprada con ayuda de subsidios TERP. Online Format: PDF PDF (Spanish)
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Guide for Preparing Site Operating Plans for Municipal Solid Waste Facilities
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04/2005
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RG-420
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$3.25
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Assists municipal solid waste facilities with preparing a new or revised Site Operating Plan (SOP). Online Format: PDF
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Guidelines for Identifying and Protecting Aquifer Recharge Features
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10/2005
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RG-433
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$1.75
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This document provides guidance on identifying and certifying the presence of recharge features and discusses best management practices that protect aquifers from concentrated animal feeding operations (CAFOs). Online Format: PDF
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Guidelines for Operation and Maintenance of Dams in Texas
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11/2006
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GI-357
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$5.00
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Especially for dam owners, this manual covers not only the mechanics of dam safety, but also the broader legal and societal issues involved. Online Format: PDF HTML
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Guidelines for Preparing a Surface Water Drainage Plan for a Municipal Solid Waste Facility
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06/2006
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RG-417
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$1.75
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Gives information on preparing a surface water drainage plan for those who operate or apply to operate Type I and Type IV municipal solid waste facilities in Texas. Online Format: PDF
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Guidelines to Develop Effects Screening Levels, Reference Values, and Unit Risk Factors
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11/2006
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RG-442
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$5.00
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A technical guide that details the process of developing ESLs, ReVs, and URFs. Online Format: PDF
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Harvesting, Storing, and Treating Rainwater for Domestic Indoor Use
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01/2007
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GI-366
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$3.25
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Basic guidance for individuals who want to install a rainwater harvesting and treatment system to supply potable drinking water for a single household. Online Format: PDF
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How Can a Superfund Site Affect My Property? / ¿Como Puede Afectar un Sitio Superfund a Mi Propiedad?
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12/2002
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GI-286
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$1.75
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Provides information (in English and Spanish) relevant to owners of properties that are near state Superfund sites in Texas. Información pertinente (en inglés y español) para los dueños de terrenos cercanos a sitios "Superfund" en Texas. Online Format: PDF PDF (Spanish)
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How to Develop a Monitoring Plan for a Public Water System
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12/2003
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RG-384
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$5.00
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Tells public water systems how to develop a monitoring plan, a tool used to coordinate all the monitoring requirements for different chemicals in the plant and distribution system. Online Format: PDF
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Hydrologic and Hydraulic Guidelines for Dams in Texas
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01/2007
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GI-364
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$1.75
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Instructions, standards, and accepted procedures for the hydrologic and hydraulic analysis of existing and proposed dams in Texas. Forms included. Online Format: PDF
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I Received a Field Citation ... What Happens Next?
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10/2007
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RG-456
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$1.75
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Explains options available to regulated entities when a field citation is issued. Online Format: PDF
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If You Think Picking Up Dog Poop is Unpleasant, Try Drinking It (poster)
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04/2003
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GI-307
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$1.75
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Encourages taking action to prevent pet waste from washing into storm drains and polluting rivers, lakes, and drinking water sources. (poster, 11 x 17 inches) Online Format: PDF
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Implementing Senate Bill 1354: Establishing the John Graves Scenic Riverway
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12/2006
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SFR-087/06
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$3.25
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Online Format: PDF
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Industrial & Hazardous Waste Annual Waste Summary Instructions
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01/2007
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RG-151
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$1.75
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Instructions on how to perform an annual waste summary; includes examples. Online Format: PDF
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Information Technology Detail for Fiscal Years 2006 and 2007
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08/2004
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SFR-028/06
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$5.00
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The TCEQ's Information Technology Detail reflects the agency's commitment to effective planning of information resources to support our mission, goals, objectives, and strategies. Online Format: PDF
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Innocent Owner Operator Program Guidance
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04/2008
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RG-382
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$1.75
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Innocent Owner/Operator Program eligibility information, administrative procedures, demonstration, certification, and reissuance. Designed to standardize and facilitate IOP demonstrations. Online Format: PDF
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Innocent Owner/Operator Program Fee
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09/2002
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RG-368
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$1.75
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Answers questions related to this reporting fee. Online Format: PDF
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Institutional Controls
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11/2002
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RG-366/TRRP-16
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$1.75
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Describes the process to apply institutional controls as required by the Texas Risk Reduction Program. Online Format: PDF
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Investigating and Reporting Releases from PSTs
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12/2004
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RG-411
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$1.75
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Explains the requirements of the TCEQ for investigating and reporting releases from underground and aboveground storage tanks. Online Format: PDF
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Joint Groundwater Monitoring and Contamination Report 2006
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07/2007
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SFR-056/06
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$11.00
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Groundwater monitoring activities; includes a list of all groundwater contamination cases documented during the previous calendar year for which enforcement action was incomplete at the time of the preceding report. Online Format: HTML
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Joint Groundwater Monitoring and Contamination Report 2007
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06/2008
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SFR-056/07
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$11.00
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Groundwater monitoring activities; includes a list of all groundwater contamination cases documented during the previous calendar year for which enforcement action was incomplete at the time of the preceding report. Online Format: HTML
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Land Use Classification
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10/2008
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RG-366/TRRP-07
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$1.75
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Describes how land use classifications are made under the Texas Risk Reduction Program rule. Online Format: PDF
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Land Use and the Water Cycle (poster)
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04/2003
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GI-194
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$1.75
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Black and white poster that illustrates the water cycle. (poster, 22 x 14.75 inches) Online Format: PDF
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Landowner's Guide to Plugging Abandoned Water Wells
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03/2006
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RG-347
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$1.75
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Guidance on how to properly plug an abandoned water well. Online Format: PDF
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Lead Poisoning: What are the Sources? What are the Risks? / El Envenenamiento con Plomo: ¿De Donde Proviene? ¿Cuales Son Los Riesgos?
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08/2004
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GI-069
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$1.75
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Explains dangers (in English and Spanish) of lead and how to reduce risk. Explica los peligros (en inglés y español) del plomo y como reducir los riesgos. Online Format: PDF PDF (Spanish)
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Legislative Appropriations Request for FY 2008 and 2009
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08/2006
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SFR-037/07
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$11.00
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A legislatively mandated report submitted biennially to the Governor's Office of Budget, Planning, and Policy and other agencies. Online Format: PDF HTML
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Legislative Appropriations Request for FY 2010 and 2011
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08/2008
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SFR-037/10
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$11.00
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A legislatively mandated report submitted biennially to the Governor's Office of Budget, Planning, and Policy and other agencies. Online Format: PDF
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Let's Tackle the Grease in This Kitchen (poster) / Ataquemos a la Grasa en Esta Cocina (poster)
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12/2007
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GI-290
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$1.75
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Poster (11 x 14.25 inches, in English and Spanish) that illustrates the dos and don'ts of handling grease in any kitchen and points out ways to prevent grease from blocking sewer lines. El cartel (11 x 14.25 pulgadas, en inglés y español) que demuestra lo que se puede y lo que no se puede hacer para manejar la grasa en cualquier cocina e indica maneras de prevenir que la grasa bloquee las lineas del alcantarillado. Online Format: PDF
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Managing Paint and Paint-Related Waste Under the Universal Waste Rule
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10/2007
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RG-370
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$1.75
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How wastes from painting can be managed more economically and conveniently under the Universal Waste Rule, as opposed to managing them as hazardous waste. Online Format: PDF
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Mercury Convenience Switch Collection Program Implementation Report: A Report to the 80th Texas Legislature
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12/2007
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SFR-086/07
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$1.75
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The second annual report of the mercury convenience switch collection program. Online Format: PDF
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Mercury in Texas: Background, Federal Rules, Control Technologies, and Fiscal Implications
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09/2006
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SFR-085
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$3.25
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A report required by the legislature on availability of mercury-control technology, implementation timeline for the federal Clean Air Mercury Rule, the costs of more controls and of higher emissions in 2005-18, and trading. Online Format: PDF
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Meter Tampering
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03/2008
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RG-302
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$1.75
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States the law prohibiting tampering with meters. (Excerpt from Texas Penal Code) Online Format: PDF
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Mickey Leland Environmental Internship Program
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01/2008
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GI-296
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$1.75
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Describes internship program for minorities, women, and economically disadvantaged college students pursuing environmental, engineering, science-related, and public administration careers. Online Format: PDF
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Monthly Testing and Reporting at Surface Water Treatment Plants: Using the New Automated Forms
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11/2005
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RG-211
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$3.25
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Instructions for using the automated reporting forms TCEQ-0102C, -0103, -10276, -10277, and -10278. Online Format: PDF HTML
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Most Frequently Needed Records for Wastewater Investigations
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03/2008
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RG-088
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$1.75
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TCEQ investigators send this document to a plant that is about to undergo a wastewater investigation to ensure availability of records needed to complete the process expeditiously. Online Format: PDF
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Mulching and Composting
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06/2008
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GI-036
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$1.75
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Brief, easy-to-understand flier for beginners on how to start mulching and composting to reduce the amount of yard trimmings disposed of in landfills. Online Format: PDF
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Municipal Setting Designations: A Guide for Cities
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08/2007
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GI-326
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$1.75
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Information for cities that may be contacted by persons who wish to pursue state certification of a municipal setting designation, or that wish to pursue MSDs for their own use. Online Format: PDF
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Municipal Solid Waste Reporting and Disposal Fee
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09/2003
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RG-289
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$1.75
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Information about fees that each operator of a facility that disposes of municipal solid waste by means of landfilling (including landfilling of incinerator ash) or by a process such as incineration of land application is required to pay. Online Format: PDF
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Municipal Solid Waste in Texas: A Year in Review, 2006 Data Summary and Analysis
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12/2007
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AS-187/07
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$1.75
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Analyzes data submitted by municipal solid waste facilities each fiscal year to determine trends in the amounts and types of waste disposed of in Texas. Online Format: PDF
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Municipal Solid Waste in Texas: A Year in Review, 2007 Data Summary and Analysis
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09/2008
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AS-187/08
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$1.75
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Analyzes data submitted by municipal solid waste facilities each fiscal year to determine trends in the amounts and types of waste disposed of in Texas. Online Format: PDF
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Nonpoint Source Pollution Door Hanger, English
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12/2005
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GI-340
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$1.75
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Door hanger with tips for preventing nonpoint source (runoff) pollution. Online Format: PDF
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Obtaining TCEQ Rules
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02/2008
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GI-032
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$1.75
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Brochure listing rule titles and how to get copies. Online Format: PDF
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Ollie's Air Quality Index (poster) / Indice de Calidad del Aire de Oliver (cartel)
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03/2005
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GI-322
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$1.75
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Poster (21.95 x 34.32 inches, in English and Spanish) for K-12 students explaining the levels of the scale used to rate air quality. Cartel (21.95 x 34.32 pulgadas, en inglés y español), dirigido a alumnos de niveles K-12, explicando los niveles de la escala que se utiliza para clasificar la calidad del aire. Online Format: PDF
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On-Site Wastewater Treatment Research Council Fee
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09/2003
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RG-078
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$1.75
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Answers questions related to this reporting fee. Online Format: PDF
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One Meter per Residence Requirements/Requisito de "Un Medidor por Residencia"
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05/2008
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RG-219
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$1.75
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Excerpts (in English and Spanish) of the TCEQ rules relating to one water meter per residence requirements. Extractos (en inglés y español) de las normas de la TCEQ relacionadas con los requisitos de un medidor por residencia. Online Format: PDF PDF (Spanish)
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Operation, Monitoring and Performance of Remedial Systems at LPST Sites
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10/1996
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RG-261
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$1.75
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Guidance on how to develop an operation, monitoring and performance plan that must accompany all corrective action plans submitted to the TCEQ for review and approval. Online Format: PDF
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Optional Enhanced Measures for the Protection of Water Quality in the Edwards Aquifer - An Appendix to RG-348
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09/2007
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RG-348a
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$1.75
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Appendix A to RG-348. Step-by-step guide to activities affected by the Edwards Aquifer rules in eight counties: Williamson, Travis, Hays, Comal, Bexar, Medina, Uvalde, and Kinney. Includes forms. Online Format: PDF HTML
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Optional Enhanced Measures for the Protection of Water Quality in the Edwards Aquifer and Related Karst Features that May Be Habitat for Karst Dwelling Invertebrates - An Appendix to RG-348
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09/2007
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RG-348b
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$1.75
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Appendix B to RG-348. Describes best management practices with focus on protecting habitat for karst-dwelling invertebrates. Online Format: PDF HTML
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Outdoor Burning in Texas
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08/2008
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RG-049
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$1.75
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Helps to interpret the revised Outdoor Burning Rule, 30 TAC 111.201-221, for the general public, the regulated community, and responsible state and local officials. Online Format: PDF
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Outdoor Burning poster
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10/2008
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GI-391
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$1.75
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General information poster to remind people that outdoor burning is prohibited in Texas, with only certain exceptions. Online Format: PDF
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Ozone: How's the Air Out There? (poster) / ¿Ozono: Cómo está el aire afuera? (cartel)
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08/2006
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GI-269
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$1.75
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Simple explanation of ozone (in English and Spanish). Tips on avoiding unhealthy exposure to ground-level ozone. Color-coded index to use in planning outdoor activities. (poster, 11 x 17 inches) Explicación sencilla (en inglés y español) el ozono. Consejos sobre cómo evitar las exposiciones insalubres al ozono de nivel del suelo. Indice de clave de color que se debe usar para planear actividades al aire libre. (cartel, 11 x 17 pulgadas) Online Format: PDF
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Penalty Policy
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09/2002
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RG-253
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$1.75
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Describes the policy of the TCEQ regarding the computation and assessment of administrative penalties. Online Format: HTML
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Plumbing Fixtures Fee
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9/10/08
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RG-076
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$1.75
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Answers questions related to this reporting fee. Online Format: PDF
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Preparation of a Drinking Water Survey Report
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11/2005
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RG-428
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$1.75
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Anyone who reports groundwater contamination will need this document to guide them in submitting a drinking water survey report. Online Format: PDF
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Preparing a Petition for Expedited Release from a Certificate of Convenience and Necessity
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10/2006
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RG-441
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$1.75
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An owner of 50 or more acres may petition the TCEQ for exclusion from a utility service area. This guide outlines information a petitioner must submit and gives a timeline for processing by the TCEQ. Online Format: PDF
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Preserving and Improving Water Quality in Texas
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09/2006
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GI-351
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$1.75
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An overview of the standards and criteria the TCEQ uses to define and evaluate the quality of surface waters in Texas, and the programs and practices the state employs to protect and restore water quality. Online Format: PDF
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Prevent Illegal Dumping: A Guide for Local Governments
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01/2008
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RG-455
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$1.75
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Guide to help local officials and local governments in Texas address common issues related to waste and illegal dumping. Online Format: PDF
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Priority Groundwater Management Areas and Groundwater Conservation Districts, Report to the 80th Legislature
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01/2007
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SFR-053/05
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$3.25
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Information on activities undertaken during the preceding two years relating to the study and designation of priority groundwater management areas and the creation and operation of groundwater conservation districts. Online Format: PDF
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Procedures to Implement the Texas Surface Water Quality Standards
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01/2003
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RG-194
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$5.00
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Details how the TCEQ implements the state's surface water quality standards through wastewater permitting. Online Format: PDF
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Proceedings of the 2008 Environmental Trade Fair on CD
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05/2008
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RG-364/ EV08-01
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$25.00
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Free copies not available; each CD copy is $25.00. *Not available online. Order a copy.
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Process Control Tests for Domestic Wastewater Treatment Facilities
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10/2002
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RG-002
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$1.75
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A guide with four tables listing the recommended process control tests that should be performed to effectively operate the most common type of domestic wastewater treatment facility. Online Format: PDF
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Protección de la Bahía Tres Palacios
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02/2007
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GI-363esp
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$1.75
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Folleto sobre lo que la gente puede hacer para proteger la calidad de la agua de la Bahía Tres Palacios. (Disponible también en inglés y vietnamita. Para ver la traducción al vietnamita, haga clic en el enlace en español más abajo.) Online Format: PDF (Spanish)
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Protecting Tres Palacios Bay
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02/2007
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GI-363
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$1.75
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Leaflet on what citizens can do to preserve water quality in Tres Palacios Bay. (Also available in Spanish and Vietnamese. To view the Vietnamese translation, click the English link below.) < |
