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Texas Expands Electrician Reciprocity with Iowa to Support Skilled Workforce and Economic Growth

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AUSTIN – The Texas Department of Licensing and Regulation (TDLR) has entered into a reciprocal agreement with the Iowa Department of Inspections, Appeals, & Licensing as part of its ongoing efforts to respond to growing industry workforce needs. This agreement will allow licensed master electricians to work in either state without obtaining an additional license… Read More about Texas Expands Electrician Reciprocity with Iowa to Support Skilled Workforce and Economic Growth

Texas Expands Electrician Reciprocity with Arkansas to Support Skilled Workforce and Economic Growth

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AUSTIN – The Texas Department of Licensing and Regulation (TDLR) has entered into a reciprocal agreement with the Arkansas Department of Labor and Licensing as part of its ongoing efforts to respond to growing industry workforce needs. This agreement will allow licensed master electricians to work in either state without obtaining an additional license or… Read More about Texas Expands Electrician Reciprocity with Arkansas to Support Skilled Workforce and Economic Growth

Residential Solar Retail Sales Now Regulated By TDLR

Posted in: Electricians, Residential Solar Retailers

During the 2025 regular legislative session, Texas enacted the Residential Solar Retailer Regulatory Act (RSRRA), found in Occupations Code, Chapter 1806.  Under the RSRRA, Texas Department of Licensing and Regulation (TDLR) has authority to regulate certain aspects of the sale and lease of residential solar energy systems, including most solar panels and solar shingles.  Exemptions… Read More about Residential Solar Retail Sales Now Regulated By TDLR

SB 1252: Changes to Residential Energy Backup System Regulations

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The 89th Texas Legislature enacted Senate Bill 1252, relating to residential energy backup systems, effective September 1, 2025. “Residential energy backup system” means a backup energy system installed at a residential property that is capable of providing no more than 50 kilowatts of electricity to the residence or has a storage capacity of no more… Read More about SB 1252: Changes to Residential Energy Backup System Regulations

TDLR Electrical Licensees Urged to Use Care in Evaluating Water-Damaged Electrical Equipment

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After recent flooding in many areas of Texas, the Texas Department of Licensing and Regulation reminds electrical contractors and their employees to carefully evaluate electrical equipment that may have been damaged by water. The National Electrical Manufacturers Association has prepared a guide to use when evaluating possible damage and TDLR urges you to take the time to… Read More about TDLR Electrical Licensees Urged to Use Care in Evaluating Water-Damaged Electrical Equipment

Read The Newest TDLR Arc Flash

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The Arc Flash keeps city officials, electricians, and consumers throughout Texas informed about the Texas Electrical Safety and Licensing Act and TDLR’s efforts to enforce the associated requirements.

TDLR is seeking Electrician Subject Matter Experts

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TDLR is seeking Electrician Subject Matter Experts (SMEs) to serve on our Examination Review Committee (ERC) and to assist our Education and Examination Division with examination review, maintenance, development, and creation. SMEs are tasked with ensuring state examinations for licensure uphold stringent standards and are continually up to date by referencing current materials. If you… Read More about TDLR is seeking Electrician Subject Matter Experts

Some LED Illuminated Bathroom Mirrors Have Unauthorized UL Certification Mark

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UL Solutions has issued a notification that certain LED illuminated bathroom mirrors bear an unauthorized UL Certification Mark for the United States and Canada. The LED illuminated bathroom mirrors have not been evaluated by UL Solutions to the appropriate Safety Standards, and it is unknown if they comply with any safety requirements. UL Solutions recommends… Read More about Some LED Illuminated Bathroom Mirrors Have Unauthorized UL Certification Mark