The Committee on Environmental Regulation will meet to
hear invited testimony only on the following interim charges and topics:
Monitoring: Monitor the agencies and programs under the Committee’s
jurisdiction and oversee the implementation of relevant legislation passed by
the 88th Legislature. Conduct active oversight of all associated rulemaking
and other governmental actions taken to ensure the intended legislative
outcome of all legislation, including the following:
HB 3060, relating to the regulation of recycling and
recycled products; and
HB 4885, relating to programs established and funded
under the Texas Emissions Reduction Plan (TERP).
Impact of EPA rules on Texas: Evaluate and address the implications of recent EPA
regulations proposed and promulgated rules to assess their collective impact
on air quality in Texas. Examine the necessity for a new State Implementation
Plan and explore potential legislative measures to ensure a balanced approach
that promotes regulatory compliance while preserving economic vitality,
especially in counties identified as at risk of violation.
Hydrogen Industry Impacts & Recommendations: Evaluate the environmental impacts of the industrial
development of emerging markets for hydrogen, including production,
transportation, storage, power generation, and other competitive market
opportunities. Make recommendations needed to build a competitive hydrogen
industry in the state.
Concrete Batch Plants in Houston: The committee will hear invited testimony on the impact
of concrete batch plants regulated by TCEQ on air, land and water in Houston.