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January 1, 2024: New Requirements for Pump Security Go Into Effect

If not already equipped with at least two of the items listed below, no later than January 1, 2024, owners or operators of fuel pumps are required to install new security measures to protect their devices from tampering, as required by Texas Admin. Code §97.31. These new rules that went into effect on September 1,… Read More about January 1, 2024: New Requirements for Pump Security Go Into Effect

Notice of Vacancy on the Dietitians Advisory Board

TDLR announces a vacancy on the Dietitians Advisory Board (Board) established by Texas Occupations Code, Chapter 701. The purpose of the Dietitians Advisory Board is to provide advice and recommendations to the Department on technical matters relevant to the administration of this chapter. This announcement is for a public member. The Board consists of the following… Read More about Notice of Vacancy on the Dietitians Advisory Board

Athletic Trainers Licensees Receiving Marketing Calls

We’ve heard from several licensees that they’ve received marketing phone calls from someone saying they’d gotten the licensee’s contact information from TDLR. Although we are required to release basic information about our licensees (name, license number and license status), we do not release personal emails or phone numbers. Combining information from various marketing and financial… Read More about Athletic Trainers Licensees Receiving Marketing Calls

Clarification Regarding Adopted Rules

On September 1, 2023, adopted rules amending Texas Administrative Code Chapter 68 became effective. Two sections that were amended require clarification: TDLR will correct both errors in the program’s next round of rulemaking. If you have questions, please contact techinfo@tdlr.texas.gov or TDLR customer service.

New Elimination of Architectural Barriers Forms

TDLR has posted new forms with instructions. These forms include detailed instructions on how to complete the forms. Texas Administrative Code Chapter 68.12(d) requires that TDLR forms must be completed in full to be accepted. The building or facility owner is responsible for providing a completed form using the new updates effective September 1, 2023. The Registered… Read More about New Elimination of Architectural Barriers Forms

Video Now Available: Approval Process for Schools to Teach Both Barbering and Cosmetology

Video of TDLR’s virtual training on how license schools can move through the approval process to teach courses in both Barbering and Cosmetology is now available. The training also covers how to enter those hours into SHEARS. Beginning September 1, 2023, all licensed schools that have been issued a new certificate of approval authorizing them to… Read More about Video Now Available: Approval Process for Schools to Teach Both Barbering and Cosmetology

Elimination of Architectural Barriers Rules Updates

Recent updates to the Texas Administrative Code (Code Chapter 68) focused on clarifying TDLR requirements, including some for building or facility owners. Please note that the Texas Register will not show you what has been revised – you should read the following highlights to be aware of changes that are effective September 1, 2023. Some of… Read More about Elimination of Architectural Barriers Rules Updates

New Laws Affecting Service Contract Providers

Beginning September 1, 2023, the following changes to the Service Contract Provider (SCP) program will go into effect as a result of recently-passed legislation (HB 4316). The following information will be exempted from public disclosure under the Public Information Act: If you have any questions, please contact customer service.

Change In Minimum Age for ACR Registered Technicians

HB 1859 (88th Regular Legislative Session, 2023) amended Section 1302.5035 of the Occupations Code to lower the minimum age of a registered technician from 18 years of age to 16 years of age. As of September 1, 2023, a person 16 years of age or older may apply to become a registered air conditioning and refrigeration… Read More about Change In Minimum Age for ACR Registered Technicians