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Retrofitting Boilers in Commercial Buildings, Apartments and Hotels to Detect Carbon Monoxide Can Save Lives

Posted in: Boilers and Boiler Safety

AUSTIN – Carbon monoxide is a colorless, odorless gas that can kill – and it is produced by boilers and other equipment commonly used in commercial buildings where people work and sleep, including apartment buildings, hotels, dormitories and hospitals. A state rule adopted in July 2020 requires that building owners install carbon monoxide detectors in all… Read More about Retrofitting Boilers in Commercial Buildings, Apartments and Hotels to Detect Carbon Monoxide Can Save Lives

Advisory Committee Seeks Veterinarian, Animal Control Officer & Licensed Breeder Members

Posted in: Licensed Breeders

The Licensed Breeder Advisory Committee of the Texas Department of Licensing and Regulation is seeking three volunteer members to serve on the committee: Committee members serve four-year terms. The committee provides technical knowledge and industry expertise to TDLR about dog and cat breeding in Texas. Meetings are held virtually, so members don’t need to live… Read More about Advisory Committee Seeks Veterinarian, Animal Control Officer & Licensed Breeder Members

Distance Education Temporary Provisions Expire November 1st

Posted in: Driver Education and Safety

On March 12, 2020, March 31, 2020, and May 21, 2020, TDLR enacted temporary distance education provisions in response to the COVID-19 pandemic. These temporary provisions allowed licensed in-person driver education schools and in-person driving safety schools to offer distance education because many schools could not provide in-person classes under state or local COVID-19 restrictions…. Read More about Distance Education Temporary Provisions Expire November 1st

TABS Updates and Enhancements

Posted in: Architectural Barriers

TDLR is pleased to announce the following updates and upgrades to the Texas Architectural Barriers online System (TABS): Download detailed information about the updates (PDF) and how to use them.

Distance Education Temporary Provisions Expire November 1st

Posted in: Barbering and Cosmetology

On March 12, 2020, March 31, 2020, and May 21, 2020, the Texas Department of Licensing and Regulation (TDLR) enacted temporary distance education provisions in response to the COVID-19 pandemic. These temporary provisions allowed licensed schools to offer distance education because many schools could not provide in-person classes under state or local COVID-19 restrictions. TDLR’s… Read More about Distance Education Temporary Provisions Expire November 1st

TDLR Implements New Inspection Form

Posted in: Orthotists and Prosthetists

TDLR Field Inspections Implements New Inspection Form To better serve you and increase our efficiency, TDLR’s Field Inspections division is implementing a new system that our inspectors will use to track their inspections electronically instead of using paper forms. This new method, which we’re calling “eInspections,” will allow us to better serve you, increase our… Read More about TDLR Implements New Inspection Form

Auctioneer Program Study – Licensee Survey

Posted in: Auctioneers

You are invited to take this survey to help the Texas Department of Licensing and Regulation (TDLR) and the State Legislature learn more about the Auctioneers Program. Participating in this survey is completely voluntary, and there are no negative consequences if you do not participate. If you start the survey, you can always change your mind and stop… Read More about Auctioneer Program Study – Licensee Survey

Barbering and Cosmetology Instructor Examinations Available Until Aug. 31, 2022

Posted in: Barbering and Cosmetology

Students who are currently enrolled in a barbering or cosmetology instructor course have until August 31, 2022, to take and pass the instructor exam. House Bill 1560 (PDF) (87thTexas Legislature) eliminated the barber and cosmetology instructor license, and TDLR will no longer offer the barber and cosmetology instructor examinations starting on September 1, 2022. Individuals are… Read More about Barbering and Cosmetology Instructor Examinations Available Until Aug. 31, 2022