Senate Bill 1366 (89th Texas Legislature, Regular Session) requires each Driver Education course or Driving Safety course completed on or after September 1, 2026, to include information about Construction or Maintenance Work Zones.

• No later than August 1, 2026, providers must update their curriculum and submit to the department a current curriculum outline to the Online Statement of Assurance application. A separate statement of assurance transaction must be submitted for each driver education provider and driving safety provider license. 

The curriculum must include, at minimum:

• How to safely drive through construction or maintenance work zones; 
• How to identify construction or maintenance zone flaggers and traffic signs;
•  The penalties, fines, and inherent dangers such as bodily injury, death, property damage associated with the violation of traffic laws in construction or maintenance work zones;

Modules:

The following modules must be updated to include the new requirements supporting SB 1366. 

1. Teen Courses: Modules 3 and 6
2. Exclusively for Adult Course: Topic 4.1.7.1
3. Driving Safety Course: Topic 4.2.5.1 or 4.2.8.1

Duplicate Submissions:

Once the provider has submitted the statement of assurance, they will receive an email confirmation and their Versa account will show the application status for the Statement of Assurance as “OPEN”.  There is nothing further that needs to be done, the department will contact you if additional information is needed.

Resources:

Providers may use the resources below to help create the content to implement SB1366

1. Texas DPS Driver Handbook – DL-7 – Texas Driver Handbook
2. Texas Department of Transportation –  Work Zone Safety
3. Texas Department of Transportation Flyer
4. Texas Transportation Code 542.404

If you have questions about this process, please reach out to the Education & Examination Division.

What are the proposed rule changes?

The proposed rule changes:

• Aim to ensure consistency with plain-language principles
• Recognize the Department’s approval of the Qualified Applied Behavior Analysis Credentialing Board as a certifying entity
• Recognize the change in the Behavior Analyst advisory board presiding officer’s term from one year to two years
• Describe ethical requirements for behavior analysis licensees who use AI systems in client services
• Update the complaint process to reflect the Department’s exclusive use of an online complaint intake system

When and where can I review the proposed rule changes?

The proposed rule changes will be published in the Proposed Rules section of the Texas Register on June 19, 2026. To locate these proposed rule changes on or after that date just follow these steps:

1. Click this link to the Texas Register.
2. Select html or pdf format for the “Current Issue” if the date shown is the date published, or under “Previous Issues” if more than a week has passed since publication. (The Texas Register is published each Friday.)
3. Scroll down and click on “Proposed Rules.”
4. Look for the heading “Texas Department of Licensing and Regulation” and click the subheading “Behavior Analyst.”

How and where can I submit comments and information on the proposed rule changes?

Comments and information on the proposed rule changes may be submitted online; by facsimile to (512) 475-3032; or by mail to Shamica Mason, Legal Assistant, Texas Department of Licensing and Regulation, P.O. Box 12157, Austin, Texas 78711.

Any information that is submitted must include an explanation of how and why the submitted information is specific to the proposed rule changes. Please do not submit copyrighted, confidential, or proprietary information.

The Department will accept comments and information on the proposed rule changes until July 20, 2026.

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“I was proud to sign House Bill 11 to encourage TDLR to pursue occupational licensure reciprocity
agreements with other states,” said Texas Governor Greg Abbott. “This agreement with the State of Ohio
ensures that Texas has the master electricians needed to spur economic growth and offer good quality,
high-paying jobs. Texas will remove barriers to employment and cut red tape, so every Texan can earn a
living free from unnecessary government intrusion.”

“The demand for licensed electricians continues to grow nationwide, and Texas is taking action to meet it.
This new agreement removes unnecessary barriers while maintaining our high licensing standards,” TDLR
Executive Director Courtney Arbour. “By recognizing comparable credentials, we’re opening doors for
skilled electricians and supporting continued economic growth across our state.”

To qualify for license by reciprocity, applicants must hold a state master electrician license in Texas or a
state master electrical contractor license in Ohio in good standing for at least one year and gained their
license by passing that State’s administered exam. Each state’s prerequisites must still be met including, but not limited to, journeyman licensure and Ohio business law exam requirements. An Ohio master electrical contractor license is substantially equivalent to a Texas master electrician license.

House Bill 11, which was signed into law by Gov. Greg Abbott on May 29, 2025, directed TDLR and other
state agencies to pursue reciprocity agreements with other states to expand economic opportunities for
Texans.

TDLR continues to pursue reciprocity agreements with other states that have similar licensing requirements as part of a broader effort to strengthen the Texas workforce while preserving public safety and professional standards. The state currently has master electrician reciprocity agreements with Alabama, Arkansas, Iowa, Louisiana, Nebraska, and North Carolina and journeyman agreements with Alabama, Alaska, Arkansas, Idaho, Iowa, Nebraska, New Mexico, Oklahoma, South Dakota, and Wyoming.

Electricians interested in applying for licensure through reciprocity may do so at https://www.tdlr.texas.gov/electricians/out-of-state.htm

If you are interested in becoming a SME, please complete the Examination Development Committee Application and send it in by June 29, 2026. Preferred qualifications include but are not limited to:

• Relevant Higher Education Degree
• Environmental health experience
• HAZCOM experience
• Construction safety techniques
• OSHA Training
• Confined Space Training
• HAZWOPER Training Certification

TDLR staff will review all eligible licensees and select the SMEs.

All SMEs receive training on their role and must sign a Non-Disclosure Agreement (NDA). The SME position tasks at a minimum include the following:

• Development of examination questions and answers.
• Referencing rules and laws,
• Reviewing or amending examination items for performance.
• Traveling to Austin to participate in the ERC process.

Our mission is to protect the citizens of Texas and the hard-working members of your profession. We cannot do that without your specialized knowledge of the complexities of your profession. Please consider becoming an ERC SME today.

Click here to download our fillable application

Late Inspection Fees will be assessed when a boiler inspection is not completed by its required due date. Fees will continue to accrue daily until the inspection has been conducted. The fee schedule is as follows:

• 0–30 days late: $25 per day
• 31–60 days late: $50 per day
• 61+ days late: $100 per day

These fees are part of the Boiler Safety Program’s system updates designed to improve accuracy in tracking overdue inspections and streamlining the billing and notification process for boiler owners and Authorized Inspection Agencies (AIAs).

TDLR encourages all boiler owners and AIAs to ensure inspections are completed on time to avoid the assessment of late fees.

For questions or assistance regarding inspection deadlines or fee applicability, please contact the TDLR Boiler Safety Program.

What are the proposed rule changes?

The proposed rule changes:

• Implement Senate Bill (SB) 2443, 89th Legislature, Regular Session (2025), which allows the Department to deliver notices electronically, even in instances where the law currently requires notice by certified mail. This includes certain notices, pleadings, and orders related to contested cases.
• Allow license applicants and license holders to opt in to electronic delivery of contested case notices, pleadings, and orders, rather than receiving documents via postal mail.
• Allow the Department to electronically notify applicants and license holders if a payment has been dishonored.

When and where can I review the proposed rule changes?

The proposed rule changes will be published in the Proposed Rules section of the Texas Register on May 29, 2026. To locate these proposed rule changes on or after that date just follow these steps:

1. Click this link to the Texas Register.
2. Select html or pdf format for the “Current Issue” if the date shown is the date published, or under “Previous Issues” if more than a week has passed since publication. (The Texas Register is published each Friday.)
3. Scroll down and click on “Proposed Rules.”
4. Look for the heading “Texas Department of Licensing and Regulation” and click the subheading “Procedural Rules of the Commission and the Department.”

How and where can I submit comments and information on the proposed rule changes?

Comments and information on the proposed rule changes may be submitted online; by facsimile to (512) 475-3032; or by mail to Monica Nuñez, Legal Assistant, Texas Department of Licensing and Regulation, P.O. Box 12157, Austin, Texas 78711.

Any information that is submitted must include an explanation of how and why the submitted information is specific to the proposed rule changes. Please do not submit copyrighted, confidential, or proprietary information.

The Department will accept comments and information on the proposed rule changes until June 29, 2026.

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This requirement can be found in the Texas Admin Code Rule 70.50(a). The electronic form can be assessed here: Manufacturer’s Monthly Report (Excel format)

Reports must be submitted in the Department‑required format no later than the 10th day of the following month.

Each manufacturer is required to:

• Keep a copy of every monthly report for at least five years.
• Clearly identify any corrections to previously submitted reports, including what is being corrected and the original report’s month and date.
• Ensure that each report contains:
  • Serial or identification number of each unit
  • Decal or insignia number attached to each unit
  • Name and registration number of the industrialized builder, or the installation permit number of the purchaser
  • Date the decal or insignia was attached
  • The intended use of the completed structure (e.g., single‑family residence, school classroom, church, restaurant, equipment shelter, hazardous storage building). General terms such as “modular building” or “kiosk” may not be used.
  • Any additional information required by the Department
  • A declaration of zero units if no activity occurred during the reporting month
• Report the disposition of any units taken back into possession that were previously reported as shipped but not yet installed.

Enforcement Notice

Failure to submit the required monthly report by the deadline may result in the matter being referred to the Enforcement Division for further action.

The Department strongly encourages all manufacturers to review their internal reporting processes to ensure compliance. If you have questions or need assistance with reporting requirements, please contact the IHB Program at IHBTech@tdlr.texas.gov.

What are the proposed rule changes?

The proposed rule changes:

• Remove outdated provisions related to the “certified technician (legacy)” designation, which is no longer authorized under current law;

• Clarify the eligibility requirements for taking the certified technician examination;

• Update references to Texas Education Agency rules that were recently reorganized; and

• Update the adopted codes from the 2021 editions to the 2024 editions of the International Residential Code, International Mechanical Code, International Fuel Gas Code, and Uniform Mechanical Code, effective September 1, 2026.

When and where can I review the proposed rule changes?

The proposed rule changes will be published in the Proposed Rules section of the Texas Register on May 22, 2026. To locate these proposed rule changes on or after that date just follow these steps:

1. Click this link to the Texas Register.
2. Select html or pdf format for the “Current Issue” if the date shown is the date published, or under “Previous Issues” if more than a week has passed since publication. (The Texas Register is published each Friday.)
3. Scroll down and click on “Proposed Rules.”
4. Look for the heading “Texas Department of Licensing and Regulation” and click the subheading “Air Conditioning and Refrigeration.”

How and where can I submit comments and information on the proposed rule changes?

Comments and information on the proposed rule changes may be submitted online; by facsimile to (512) 475-3032; or by mail to Shamica Mason, Legal Assistant, Texas Department of Licensing and Regulation, P.O. Box 12157, Austin, Texas 78711.

Any information that is submitted must include an explanation of how and why the submitted information is specific to the proposed rule changes. Please do not submit copyrighted, confidential, or proprietary information.

The Department will accept comments and information on the proposed rule changes until June 22, 2026.

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If you are interested in becoming a SME, please complete the Examination Development Committee Application and send it in by June 8, 2026. Preferred qualifications include but are not limited to a minimum of 2 years of specialty experience in: Auctioneer Schooling and/or instruction, vehicle sales, charity, and estate sales. TDLR staff will review all eligible licensees and select the SMEs.

All SMEs receive training on their role and must sign a Non-Disclosure Agreement (NDA). The SMEs duties, at a minimum, include the following:

• Development of examination questions and answers.
• Referencing laws and rules,
• Reviewing or amending examination items for performance.
• Traveling to Austin to participate in the ERC process.

Our mission is to protect the citizens of Texas and the hard-working members of your profession. We cannot do that without your specialized knowledge of the complexities of the industry. Please consider becoming an ERC SME today.

Download our fillable application

Thank you,
Education & Examination Division 
Texas Department of Licensing and Regulation 

If you are interested in becoming a SME, please complete the Examination Development Committee Application and send it in by June 8, 2026. Preferred qualifications include but are not limited to, a minimum of two years of specialty experience in: food service inspections, vector control, swimming pool inspections, and septic system knowledge. TDLR staff will review all eligible licensees and select the SMEs.

All SMEs receive training on their role and must sign a Non-Disclosure Agreement (NDA). The SMEs duties, at a minimum, include the following:

• Development of examination questions and answers.
• Referencing laws and rules.
• Reviewing or amending examination items for performance.
• Traveling to Austin to participate in the ERC process.

Our mission is to protect the citizens of Texas and the hard-working members of your profession. We cannot do that without your specialized knowledge of the complexities of the industry. Please consider becoming an ERC SME today.

Click here to download our fillable application

Thank you,
Education & Examination Division 
Texas Department of Licensing and Regulation