Central Texas Workforce Development Board
Request for Quotes - Financial Services
Workforce Solutions of Central Texas is seeking responses from qualified firms to provide professional financial services in support of the organization's fiscal operations, compliance responsibilities, and financial reporting requirements.
The selected firm will be expected to demonstrate experience providing financial services to governmental entities, nonprofit organizations, workforce development boards, or other organizations that administer federal and state funding.
Scope of Services
- Services may include, but are not limited to:
- General accounting and financial management support
- Preparation and review of financial statements and reports
- Grant and fund accounting
- Budget development and financial monitoring
- Accounts payable and accounts receivable support
- Payroll and related financial services
- Internal-control review and recommendations
- Compliance with federal, state, and local financial requirements
- Assistance with audit preparation and responses
- Other financial consulting services as requested
Respondents should provide information regarding their qualifications, relevant experience, proposed staffing, approach to providing the requested services, availability, references, and proposed pricing or fee structure.
RFQ Availability
The complete Request for Quote, including the detailed scope of services, submission requirements, evaluation criteria, and procurement schedule, by emailing jared.porritt@workforcectx.com
Submission Deadline
Responses must be received no later than: Aug. 21, 2026, at 5:00 p.m.
Workforce Solutions of Central Texas reserves the right to reject any or all responses, waive minor informalities, request additional information, and award a contract in the best interest of the organization. Issuance of this RFQ does not obligate Workforce Solutions of Central Texas to award a contract or reimburse respondents for costs associated with preparing a response.
TRD-202603220
Jared Porritt
Sr VP of Strategic Initiatives
Central Texas Workforce Development Board
Filed: July 29, 2026
Office of Consumer Credit Commissioner
Notice of Rate Ceilings
The Consumer Credit Commissioner of Texas has ascertained the following rate ceilings by use of the formulas and methods described in §303.003, 303.005, and §303.009, Texas Finance Code.
The weekly ceiling as prescribed by §303.003 and §303.009 for the period of 08/10/26 - 08/16/26 is 18.00% for consumer1 credit.
The weekly ceiling as prescribed by §303.003 and §303.009 for the period of 08/10/26 - 08/16/26 is 18.00% for commercial2 credit.
The monthly ceiling as prescribed by §303.0053 and §303.009 for the period of 08/01/26 - 08/31/26 is 18.00%.
1 Credit for personal, family, or household use.
2 Credit for business, commercial, investment, or other similar purpose.
3 Only for variable rate commercial transactions, as provided by §303.004(a)
TRD-202603304
Leslie L. Pettijohn
Commissioner
Office of Consumer Credit Commissioner
Filed: August 5, 2026
Texas Education Agency
Notice of Additional Public Comment Period for Proposed Commissioner of Education Rules
The Texas Education Agency (TEA) published the following proposed rules:
Proposed Amendments to 19 TAC Chapter 100, Charters, Subchapter AA, Commissioner's Rules Concerning Open-Enrollment Charter Schools, in the July 3, 2026 issue of the Texas Register (51 TexReg 4312); and
Proposed New 19 TAC Chapter 103, Health and Safety, Subchapter BB, Commissioner's Rules Concerning General Provisions for Health and Safety, §103.1105, Procedure Related to Notification to a Student's Parent Regarding the Student's Mental, Emotional, or Physical Health or Well-Being, in the June 26, 2026 issue of the Texas Register (51 TexReg 4070).
In the Public Comments section of the preambles, the web address to the Proposed Commissioner of Education Rules web page on the TEA website was incorrect. As a result, TEA is scheduling an additional public comment period on the proposals. The additional public comment period will be from August 14-28, 2026.
To view the proposed rules and access a form for submitting public comments, go to https://tea.texas.gov/laws-and-rules/commissioner-rules-tac/proposed-commissioner-education-rules.
Issued in Austin, Texas, on August 5, 2026.
TRD-202603305
Cristina De La Fuente-Valadez
Director, Rulemaking
Texas Education Agency
Filed: August 5, 2026
Texas Commission on Environmental Quality
Agreed Orders
The Texas Commission on Environmental Quality (TCEQ, agency, or commission) staff is providing an opportunity for written public comment on the listed Agreed Orders (AOs) in accordance with Texas Water Code (TWC), §7.075. TWC, §7.075 requires that before the commission may approve the AOs, the commission shall allow the public an opportunity to submit written comments on the proposed AOs. TWC, §7.075 requires that notice of the proposed orders and the opportunity to comment must be published in the Texas Register no later than the 30th day before the date on which the public comment period closes, which in this case is September 14, 2026. TWC, §7.075 also requires that the commission promptly consider any written comments received and that the commission may withdraw or withhold approval of an AO if a comment discloses facts or considerations that indicate that consent is inappropriate, improper, inadequate, or inconsistent with the requirements of the statutes and rules within the commission's jurisdiction or the commission's orders and permits issued in accordance with the commission's regulatory authority. Additional notice of changes to a proposed AO is not required to be published if those changes are made in response to written comments.
A physical copy of each proposed AO is available for public inspection at both the commission's central office, located at 12100 Park 35 Circle, Building C, 1st Floor, Austin, Texas 78753, (512) 239-2545 and at the applicable regional office listed as follows. Additionally, copies of the proposed AO can be found online by using either the Chief Clerk's eFiling System at https://www.tceq.texas.gov/goto/efilings or the TCEQ Commissioners' Integrated Database at https://www.tceq.texas.gov/goto/cid, and searching either of those databases with the proposed AO's identifying information, such as its docket number. Written comments about an AO should be sent to the enforcement coordinator designated for each AO at the commission's central office at Enforcement Division, MC 128, P.O. Box 13087, Austin, Texas 78711-3087 and must be postmarked by 5:00 p.m. on September 14, 2026. Written comments may also be sent to the enforcement coordinator by email to ENFCOMNT@tceq.texas.gov or by facsimile machine at (512) 239-2550. The commission enforcement coordinators are available to discuss the AOs and/or the comment procedure at the listed contact information; however, TWC, §7.075 provides that comments on the AOs shall be submitted to the commission in writing.
(1) COMPANY: AFTON CHEMICAL CORPORATION; DOCKET NUMBER: 2024-1457-AIR-E; IDENTIFIER: RN101613230; LOCATION: Pasadena, Harris County; TYPE OF FACILITY: lube and fuel additives manufacturing plant; PENALTY: $80,717; SUPPLEMENTAL ENVIRONMENTAL PROJECT OFFSET: $32,287; ENFORCEMENT COORDINATOR: Raven Daigle, (713) 767-3634; REGIONAL OFFICE: 5425 Polk Street, Suite H, Houston, Texas 77023-1452, REGION 12 - HOUSTON.
(2) COMPANY: Ashley and Fagan Investments Co., Inc.; DOCKET NUMBER: 2026-0603-PWS-E; IDENTIFIER: RN103105805; LOCATION: Snyder, Kent County; TYPE OF FACILITY: public water supply; PENALTY: $4,400; ENFORCEMENT COORDINATOR: Tessa Bond, (512) 239-1269; REGIONAL OFFICE: 12100 Park 35 Circle, Austin, Texas 78753, CENTRAL OFFICE - AUSTIN.
(3) COMPANY: Austin County Water Supply Corporation; DOCKET NUMBER: 2025-1073-MWD-E; IDENTIFIER: RN103001012; LOCATION: Bellville, Austin County; TYPE OF FACILITY: wastewater treatment facility; PENALTY: $4,500; ENFORCEMENT COORDINATOR: Penny Wimberly, (512) 239-0538; REGIONAL OFFICE: 12100 Park 35 Circle, Austin, Texas 78753, CENTRAL OFFICE - AUSTIN.
(4) COMPANY: Bayport Polymers LLC; DOCKET NUMBER: 2024-1410-AIR-E; IDENTIFIER: RN109845768; LOCATION: Port Arthur, Jefferson County; TYPE OF FACILITY: petrochemical manufacturing plant; PENALTY: $29,625; SUPPLEMENTAL ENVIRONMENTAL PROJECT OFFSET: $11,850; ENFORCEMENT COORDINATOR: Katie Phillips, (713) 767-3628; REGIONAL OFFICE: 5425 Polk Street, Suite H, Houston, Texas 77023-1452, REGION 12 - HOUSTON.
(5) COMPANY: City of Blum; DOCKET NUMBER: 2026-0638-PWS-E; IDENTIFIER: RN101175792; LOCATION: Blum, Hill County; TYPE OF FACILITY: public water supply; PENALTY: $375; ENFORCEMENT COORDINATOR: Anjali Talpallikar, (512) 239-2507; REGIONAL OFFICE: 12100 Park 35 Circle, Austin, Texas 78753, CENTRAL OFFICE - AUSTIN.
(6) COMPANY: City of Centerville; DOCKET NUMBER: 2026-0532-PWS-E; IDENTIFIER: RN101390227; LOCATION: Centerville, Leon County; TYPE OF FACILITY: public water supply; PENALTY: $1,287; ENFORCEMENT COORDINATOR: Ronica Rodriguez, (512) 239-2510; REGIONAL OFFICE: 500 North Shoreline Boulevard, Suite 500, Corpus Christi, Texas 78401, REGION 14 - CORPUS CHRISTI.
(7) COMPANY: City of Cresson; DOCKET NUMBER: 2026-0586-PWS-E; IDENTIFIER: RN101197051; LOCATION: Cresson, Parker County; TYPE OF FACILITY: public water supply; PENALTY: $1,580; ENFORCEMENT COORDINATOR: Katherine Mckinney, (512) 239-4619; REGIONAL OFFICE: 12100 Park 35 Circle, Austin, Texas 78753, CENTRAL OFFICE - AUSTIN.
(8) COMPANY: City of Fort Worth; DOCKET NUMBER: 2026-0037-WQ-E; IDENTIFIER: RN101424687; LOCATION: Fort Worth, Tarrant County; TYPE OF FACILITY: public water supply; PENALTY: $9,375; ENFORCEMENT COORDINATOR: Cynthia Sidoa, (713) 767-3525; REGIONAL OFFICE: 5425 Polk Street, Suite H, Houston, Texas 77023-1452, REGION 12 - HOUSTON.
(9) COMPANY: City of Jourdanton; DOCKET NUMBER: 2025-1687-MWD-E; IDENTIFIER: RN101919900; LOCATION: Jourdanton, Atascosa County; TYPE OF FACILITY: wastewater treatment facility; PENALTY: $125; ENFORCEMENT COORDINATOR: Penny Wimberly, (512) 239-0538; REGIONAL OFFICE: 12100 Park 35 Circle, Austin, Texas 78753, CENTRAL OFFICE - AUSTIN.
(10) COMPANY: City of La Feria; DOCKET NUMBER: 2022-1084-MWD-E; IDENTIFIER: RN104675756; LOCATION: La Feria, Cameron County; TYPE OF FACILITY: wastewater treatment facility; PENALTY: $63,600; SUPPLEMENTAL ENVIRONMENTAL PROJECT OFFSET: $50,880; ENFORCEMENT COORDINATOR: Cheryl Thompson, (817) 588-5865; REGIONAL OFFICE: 2309 Gravel Drive, Fort Worth, Texas 76118-6951, REGION 4 - DALLAS-FORT WORTH.
(11) COMPANY: Dar-Con Properties, LLC.; DOCKET NUMBER: 2025-0066-WQ-E; IDENTIFIER: RN111770095; LOCATION: Conroe, Montgomery County; TYPE OF FACILITY: construction site; PENALTY: $3,750; ENFORCEMENT COORDINATOR: Penny Wimberly, (512) 239-0538; REGIONAL OFFICE: 12100 Park 35 Circle, Austin, Texas 78753, CENTRAL OFFICE - AUSTIN.
(12) COMPANY: Eagle Railcar Services - Orange, Texas, LLC; DOCKET NUMBER: 2026-0278-AIR-E; IDENTIFIER: RN100234681; LOCATION: Orange, Orange County; TYPE OF FACILITY: railcar painting and blast cleaning site; PENALTY: $16,500; ENFORCEMENT COORDINATOR: Johnnie Wu, (512) 239-2524; REGIONAL OFFICE: 12100 Park 35 Circle, Austin, Texas 78753, CENTRAL OFFICE - AUSTIN.
(13) COMPANY: Exxon Mobil Corporation; DOCKET NUMBER: 2025-0708-AIR-E; IDENTIFIER: RN102579307; LOCATION: Baytown, Harris County; TYPE OF FACILITY: petroleum refinery; PENALTY: $14,250; SUPPLEMENTAL ENVIRONMENTAL PROJECT OFFSET: $5,700; ENFORCEMENT COORDINATOR: Raven Daigle, (713) 767-3634; REGIONAL OFFICE: 5425 Polk Street, Suite H, Houston, Texas 77023-1452, REGION 12 - HOUSTON.
(14) COMPANY: GABER, JOSEPH; DOCKET NUMBER: 2026-0280-PWS-E; IDENTIFIER: RN101230654; LOCATION: Weatherford, Parker County; TYPE OF FACILITY: public water supply; PENALTY: $3,743; ENFORCEMENT COORDINATOR: Ilia Perez Ramirez, (512) 239-2556; REGIONAL OFFICE: 5425 Polk Street, Suite H, Houston, Texas 77023-1452, REGION 12 - HOUSTON.
(15) COMPANY: Harris County Fresh Water Supply District No. 51; DOCKET NUMBER: 2024-1382-MLM-E; IDENTIFIER: RN101612125; LOCATION: Houston, Harris County; TYPE OF FACILITY: wastewater treatment facility; PENALTY: $102,963; SUPPLEMENTAL ENVIRONMENTAL PROJECT OFFSET: $82,371; ENFORCEMENT COORDINATOR: Jennifer Graves, (956) 430-6023; REGIONAL OFFICE: 1804 West Jefferson Avenue, Harlingen, Texas 78550-5247, REGION 15 - HARLINGEN.
(16) COMPANY: JGE Gas Solutions, LP; DOCKET NUMBER: 2024-1462-AIR-E; IDENTIFIER: RN100237502; LOCATION: Longview, Gregg County; TYPE OF FACILITY: natural gas plant; PENALTY: $49,912; ENFORCEMENT COORDINATOR: Raven Daigle, (713) 767-3634; REGIONAL OFFICE: 5425 Polk Street, Suite H, Houston, Texas 77023-1452, REGION 12 - HOUSTON.
(17) COMPANY: LVMX Asphalt, LLC; DOCKET NUMBER: 2025-0032-AIR-E; IDENTIFIER: RN111296620; LOCATION: El Paso, El Paso County; TYPE OF FACILITY: asphalt production plant; PENALTY: $11,000; ENFORCEMENT COORDINATOR: Jennifer Graves, (956) 430-6023; REGIONAL OFFICE: 1804 West Jefferson Avenue, Harlingen, Texas 78550-5247, REGION 15 - HARLINGEN.
(18) COMPANY: LyondellBasell Acetyls, LLC; DOCKET NUMBER: 2023-0741-AIR-E; IDENTIFIER: RN100224450; LOCATION: La Porte, Harris County; TYPE OF FACILITY: chemical manufacturing plant; PENALTY: $288,225; SUPPLEMENTAL ENVIRONMENTAL PROJECT OFFSET: $115,290; ENFORCEMENT COORDINATOR: Raven Daigle, (713) 767-3634; REGIONAL OFFICE: 5425 Polk Street, Suite H, Houston, Texas 77023-1452, REGION 12 - HOUSTON.
(19) COMPANY: MILK AND HONEY RANCH HOLDINGS, LLC; DOCKET NUMBER: 2026-0660-PWS-E; IDENTIFIER: RN112456405; LOCATION: Burton, Washington County; TYPE OF FACILITY: public water supply; PENALTY: $2,413; ENFORCEMENT COORDINATOR: Katherine Argueta, (512) 239-4131; REGIONAL OFFICE: 5425 Polk Street, Suite H, Houston, Texas 77023-1452, REGION 12 - HOUSTON.
(20) COMPANY: Prabatham LLC; DOCKET NUMBER: 2024-1664-PST-E; IDENTIFIER: RN102365079; LOCATION: San Antonio, Bexar County; TYPE OF FACILITY: convenience store with retail sales of gasoline; PENALTY: $12,727; ENFORCEMENT COORDINATOR: Celicia Garza, (210) 657-8422; REGIONAL OFFICE: 14250 Judson Road, San Antonio, Texas 78233-4480, REGION 13 - SAN ANTONIO.
(21) COMPANY: Sky Ranches, Inc.; DOCKET NUMBER: 2023-0145-MWD-E; IDENTIFIER: RN102816741; LOCATION: Van, Smith County; TYPE OF FACILITY: wastewater treatment facility; PENALTY: $57,375; SUPPLEMENTAL ENVIRONMENTAL PROJECT OFFSET: $45,900; ENFORCEMENT COORDINATOR: Jennifer Graves, (956) 430-6023; REGIONAL OFFICE: 1804 West Jefferson Avenue, Harlingen, Texas 78550-5247, REGION 15 - HARLINGEN.
(22) COMPANY: Texas Water Utilities, L.P.; DOCKET NUMBER: 2025-1338-MWD-E; IDENTIFIER: RN110875580; LOCATION: Huffman, Harris County; TYPE OF FACILITY: wastewater treatment facility; PENALTY: $24,750; ENFORCEMENT COORDINATOR: Penny Wimberly, (512) 239-0538; REGIONAL OFFICE: 12100 Circle, Austin, Texas 78753, CENTRAL OFFICE - AUSTIN.
(23) COMPANY: Texas Water Utilities, L.P.; DOCKET NUMBER: 2026-0475-PWS-E; IDENTIFIER: RN101376085; LOCATION: Caney City, Henderson County; TYPE OF FACILITY: public water supply; PENALTY: $2,875; ENFORCEMENT COORDINATOR: Katherine Mckinney, (512) 239-4619; REGIONAL OFFICE: 12100 Park 35 Circle, Austin, Texas 78753, CENTRAL OFFICE - AUSTIN.
(24) COMPANY: The Lubrizol Corporation; DOCKET NUMBER: 2024-0218-AIR-E; IDENTIFIER: RN100221589; LOCATION: Deer Park, Harris County; TYPE OF FACILITY: chemical manufacturing plant; PENALTY: $61,605; SUPPLEMENTAL ENVIRONMENTAL PROJECT OFFSET: $24,642; ENFORCEMENT COORDINATOR: Raven Daigle, (713) 767-3634; REGIONAL OFFICE: 5425 Polk Street, Suite H, Houston, Texas 77023-1452, REGION 12 - HOUSTON.
(25) COMPANY: Undine Texas, LLC; DOCKET NUMBER: 2026-0692-PWS-E; IDENTIFIER: RN102693306; LOCATION: Somerville, Burleson County; TYPE OF FACILITY: public water supply; PENALTY: $749; ENFORCEMENT COORDINATOR: Emerson Rinewalt, (512) 239-1131; REGIONAL OFFICE: 12100 Park 35 Circle, Austin, Texas 78753, CENTRAL OFFICE - AUSTIN.
(26) COMPANY: VACEK, EDWARD P; DOCKET NUMBER: 2026-0596-WOC-E; IDENTIFIER: RN104218714; LOCATION: Wallis, Wharton County; TYPE OF FACILITY: public water supply; PENALTY: $1,187; ENFORCEMENT COORDINATOR: Taner Hengst, (512) 239-1143; REGIONAL OFFICE: 12100 Park 35 Circle, Austin, Texas 78753, CENTRAL OFFICE - AUSTIN.
(27) COMPANY: Vallourec Star, LP; DOCKET NUMBER: 2025-1532-MWD-E; IDENTIFIER: RN100215474; LOCATION: Houston, Harris County; TYPE OF FACILITY: wastewater treatment facility; PENALTY: $12,937; SUPPLEMENTAL ENVIRONMENTAL PROJECT OFFSET: $5,175; ENFORCEMENT COORDINATOR: Penny Wimberly, (512) 239-0538; REGIONAL OFFICE: 12100 Park 35 Circle, Austin, Texas 78753, CENTRAL OFFICE - AUSTIN.
(28) COMPANY: Winkler Water Supply Corporation; DOCKET NUMBER: 2026-0449-PWS-E; IDENTIFIER: RN101212017; LOCATION: Streetman, Navarro County; TYPE OF FACILITY: public water supply; PENALTY: $5,812; ENFORCEMENT COORDINATOR: Tessa Bond, (512) 239-1269; REGIONAL OFFICE: 12100 Park 35 Circle, Austin, Texas 78753, CENTRAL OFFICE - AUSTIN.
TRD-202603278
Gitanjali Yadav
Deputy Director, Litigation Division
Texas Commission on Environmental Quality
Filed: August 4, 2026
Combined Notice of Public Meeting (NOPM) and Notice of Receipt of Application and Intent to Obtain Water Quality Permit (NORI) and Notice of Application and Preliminary Decision for TPDES Permit for Municipal Wastewater (NAPD) New Permit No. WQ0016885001
PURPOSE OF COMBINED NOTICE. This Combined notice announces that TCEQ's Executive Director, after completing the technical review of the application referenced below, has made a preliminary decision on the application and prepared a draft permit. This Combined notice also announces TCEQ will hold a public meeting on the application, draft permit, and the Executive Director's preliminary decision.
PUBLIC COMMENT / PUBLIC MEETING. The public may submit comments about this application at the public meeting that TCEQ is holding after receiving a request from a local legislator. Please see the meeting information at the bottom of the following page of this notice.
ADDITIONAL PURPOSE. This Combined notice amends and clarifies the information provided in the NORI, issued December 7, 2025. The notice inadvertently provided the wrong disposal site location and segment number. This change is conspicuous as the terms are " bold" and underlined within the descriptions provided below.
APPLICATION. YUPEL, LLC, 1387 County Road 464, Thorndale, Texas, 76577, has applied to the Texas Commission on Environmental Quality (TCEQ) for a new permit, TCEQ Permit No. WQ0016885001, to authorize the disposal of treated domestic wastewater at a daily average flow not to exceed 45,000 gallons per day via non-public access subsurface area drip dispersal system with a minimum area of 10.85 acres. This permit will not authorize the discharge of pollutants into waters in the State. TCEQ received this application on September 18, 2025.
DESCRIPTION OF FACILITY AND LOCATION OF DISPOSAL SITE. The wastewater treatment facility and disposal site will be located at 1830 South State Highway 95, in Williamson County, Texas 76574. The wastewater treatment facility and disposal site will be located in the drainage basin of Granger Lake in Segment No. 1247 of the Brazos River Basin. This link to an electronic map of the site or facility's general location is provided as a public courtesy and not part of the application or notice. For exact location, refer to application. https://gisweb.tceq.texas.gov/LocationMapper/?marker=-97.42857,30.622408&level=18
PRELIMINARY DECISION and Technical REVIEW.
TCEQ's Executive Director has completed the technical review of the application, prepared a draft permit, and has made a preliminary decision that this permit, if issued, meets all statutory and regulatory requirements. The draft permit, if approved, would establish the conditions under which the facility must operate. The permit application, draft permit, and the Executive Director's preliminary decision are available for viewing and copying at Taylor Public Library, Circulation Desk, 801 Vance Street, Taylor, Texas, 76574. The application and associated notices are available electronically at the following webpage: https://www.tceq.texas.gov/permitting/wastewater/pending-permits/tlap-applications.
PUBLIC MEETING. The purpose of a public meeting is to provide the opportunity to submit comments or to ask questions about the application. A public meeting will be held and will consist of two parts, an Informal Discussion Period and a Formal Comment Period. A public meeting is not a contested case hearing under the Administrative Procedure Act. During the Informal Discussion Period, the public will be encouraged to ask questions of the applicant and TCEQ staff concerning the permit application. The comments and questions submitted orally during the Informal Discussion Period will not be considered before a decision is reached on the permit application and no formal response will be made. Responses will be provided orally during the Informal Discussion Period. During the Formal Comment Period on the permit application, members of the public may state their formal comments orally into the official record. A written response to all timely, relevant and material, or significant comments will be prepared by the Executive Director. All formal comments will be considered before a decision is reached on the permit application. A copy of the written response will be sent to each person who submits a formal comment or who requested to be on the mailing list for this permit application and provides a mailing address. Only relevant and material issues raised during the Formal Comment Period can be considered if a contested case hearing is granted on this permit application.
The Public Meeting is to be held:
Monday, September 21, 2026 at 7:00 p.m.
Thrall Country Diner
216 U.S. Highway 79
Thrall, Texas 76578
Persons with disabilities who need special accommodations at the meeting should call the Office of the Chief Clerk at (512) 239-3300 or (800) RELAY-TX (TDD) at least five business days prior to the meeting.
ALTERNATIVE LANGUAGE NOTICE. Alternative language notice in Spanish is available at https://www.tceq.texas.gov/permitting/wastewater/plain-language-summaries-and-public-notices. El aviso de idioma alternativo en español está disponible en https://www.tceq.texas.gov/permitting/wastewater/plain-language-summaries-and-public-notices.
OPPORTUNITY FOR A CONTESTED CASE HEARING. After the deadline for submitting public comments, the Executive Director will consider all timely comments and prepare a response to all relevant and material, or significant public comments. Unless the application is directly referred for a contested case hearing, the response to comments will be mailed to everyone who submitted public comments and to those persons who are on the mailing list for this application. If comments are received, the mailing will also provide instructions for requesting a contested case hearing or reconsideration of the Executive Director's decision. A contested case hearing is a legal proceeding similar to a civil trial in a state district court.
TO REQUEST A CONTESTED CASE HEARING, YOU MUST INCLUDE THE FOLLOWING ITEMS IN YOUR REQUEST: your name, address, phone number; applicant's name and proposed permit number; the location and distance of your property/activities relative to the proposed facility; a specific description of how you would be adversely affected by the facility in a way not common to the general public; a list of all disputed issues of fact that you submit during the comment period; and the statement "[I/we] request a contested case hearing." If the request for contested case hearing is filed on behalf of a group or association, the request must designate the group's representative for receiving future correspondence; identify by name and physical address an individual member of the group who would be adversely affected by the proposed facility or activity; provide the information discussed above regarding the affected member's location and distance from the facility or activity; explain how and why the member would be affected; and explain how the interests the group seeks to protect are relevant to the group's purpose.
Following the close of all applicable comment and request periods, the Executive Director will forward the application and any requests for reconsideration or for a contested case hearing to the TCEQ Commissioners for their consideration at a scheduled Commission meeting.
The Commission may only grant a request for a contested case hearing on issues the requestor submitted in their timely comments that were not subsequently withdrawn. If a hearing is granted, the subject of a hearing will be limited to disputed issues of fact or mixed questions of fact and law relating to relevant and material water quality concerns submitted during the comment period.
EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR ACTION. The Executive Director may issue final approval of the application unless a timely contested case hearing request or request for reconsideration is filed. If a timely hearing request or request for reconsideration is filed, the Executive Director will not issue final approval of the permit and will forward the application and request to the TCEQ Commissioners for their consideration at a scheduled Commission meeting.
MAILING LIST. If you submit public comments, a request for a contested case hearing or a reconsideration of the Executive Director's decision, you will be added to the mailing list for this specific application to receive future public notices mailed by the Office of the Chief Clerk. In addition, you may request to be placed on: (1) the permanent mailing list for a specific applicant name and permit number; and/or (2) the mailing list for a specific county. If you wish to be placed on the permanent and/or the county mailing list, clearly specify which list(s) and send your request to TCEQ Office of the Chief Clerk at the address below.
All written public comments and public meeting requests must be submitted to the Office of the Chief Clerk, MC 105, Texas Commission on Environmental Quality, P.O. Box 13087, Austin, Texas 78711-3087 or electronically at www.tceq.texas.gov/goto/comment within 30 days from the date of newspaper publication of this notice, or by the date of the public meeting, whichever is later.
INFORMATION AVAILABLE ONLINE. For details about the status of the application, visit the Commissioners' Integrated Database at www.tceq.texas.gov/goto/cid. Search the database using the permit number for this application, which is provided at the top of this notice.
AGENCY CONTACTS AND INFORMATION. Public comments and requests must be submitted either electronically at www.tceq.texas.gov/goto/comment, or in writing to the Texas Commission on Environmental Quality, Office of the Chief Clerk, MC 105, P.O. Box 13087, Austin, Texas 78711-3087. Any personal information you submit to the TCEQ will become part of the agency's record; this includes email addresses. For more information about this permit application or the permitting process, please call the TCEQ Public Education Program, Toll Free, at 1-800-687-4040 or visit their website at www.tceq.texas.gov/goto/pep. Si desea información en español, puede llamar al (800) 687-4040.
Further information may also be obtained from YUPEL, LLC at the address stated above or by calling Mr. Robert H. Thonhoff, Jr., P.E., WTC, Inc., at (512) 328-6736.
Issuance Date: August 4, 2026
TRD-202603306
Laurie Gharis
Chief Clerk
Texas Commission on Environmental Quality
Filed: August 5, 2026
Enforcement Orders
An agreed order was adopted regarding City Of Lawn, Docket No. 2020-1245-MLM-E on July 30, 2026 assessing $17,906 in administrative penalties. Information concerning any aspect of this order may be obtained by contacting Taylore Packell, Staff Attorney at (512) 239-3400, Texas Commission on Environmental Quality, P.O. Box 13087, Austin, Texas 78711-3087.
An agreed order was adopted regarding Blanchard Refining Company LLC, Docket No. 2020-1568-AIR-E on July 30, 2026 assessing $182,265 in administrative penalties with $36,453 deferred. Information concerning any aspect of this order may be obtained by contacting Desmond Martin, Enforcement Coordinator at (512) 239-2545, Texas Commission on Environmental Quality, P.O. Box 13087, Austin, Texas 78711-3087.
An agreed order was adopted regarding City Of Bartlett, Docket No. 2022-0489-MWD-E on July 30, 2026 assessing $23,550 in administrative penalties with $4,710 deferred. Information concerning any aspect of this order may be obtained by contacting Cheryl Thompson, Enforcement Coordinator at (512) 239-2545, Texas Commission on Environmental Quality, P.O. Box 13087, Austin, Texas 78711-3087.
An agreed order was adopted regarding City Of Blue Mound, Docket No. 2022-1615-WQ-E on July 30, 2026 assessing $23,750 in administrative penalties. Information concerning any aspect of this order may be obtained by contacting Cheryl Thompson, Enforcement Coordinator at (512) 239-2545, Texas Commission on Environmental Quality, P.O. Box 13087, Austin, Texas 78711-3087.
An default order was adopted regarding Rios, Elvira B, Docket No. 2023-0288-PST-E on July 30, 2026 assessing $6,563 in administrative penalties. Information concerning any aspect of this order may be obtained by contacting Jennifer Peltier, Staff Attorney at (512) 239-3400, Texas Commission on Environmental Quality, P.O. Box 13087, Austin, Texas 78711-3087.
An agreed order was adopted regarding City Of Terrell, Docket No. 2023-0524-MWD-E on July 30, 2026 assessing $43,750 in administrative penalties with $8,750 deferred. Information concerning any aspect of this order may be obtained by contacting Penny Wimberly, Enforcement Coordinator at (512) 239-2545, Texas Commission on Environmental Quality, P.O. Box 13087, Austin, Texas 78711-3087.
An agreed order was adopted regarding Robstown Truck & Food Stop Inc, Docket No. 2023-1006-PST-E on July 30, 2026 assessing $15,778 in administrative penalties. Information concerning any aspect of this order may be obtained by contacting Jennifer Peltier, Staff Attorney at (512) 239-3400, Texas Commission on Environmental Quality, P.O. Box 13087, Austin, Texas 78711-3087.
An agreed order was adopted regarding City Of Lufkin, Docket No. 2024-0085-MLM-E on July 30, 2026 assessing $15,000 in administrative penalties with $3,000 deferred. Information concerning any aspect of this order may be obtained by contacting Kadrienn Woodard, Enforcement Coordinator at (512) 239-2545, Texas Commission on Environmental Quality, P.O. Box 13087, Austin, Texas 78711-3087.
A default order was adopted regarding Cotton Center WSC, Docket No. 2024-0091-PWS-E on July 30, 2026 assessing $8,550 in administrative penalties. Information concerning any aspect of this order may be obtained by contacting Casey Kurnath, Staff Attorney at (512) 239-3400, Texas Commission on Environmental Quality, P.O. Box 13087, Austin, Texas 78711-3087.
An agreed order was adopted regarding Syensqo Specialty Polymers USA LLC, Docket No. 2024-0308-AIR-E on July 30, 2026 assessing $14,875 in administrative penalties. Information concerning any aspect of this order may be obtained by contacting Bethany Batchelor, Enforcement Coordinator at (512) 239-2545, Texas Commission on Environmental Quality, P.O. Box 13087, Austin, Texas 78711-3087.
An agreed order was adopted regarding Oxy USA Inc, Docket No. 2024-0634-AIR-E on July 30, 2026 assessing $25,000 in administrative penalties. Information concerning any aspect of this order may be obtained by contacting Cheryl Thompson, Enforcement Coordinator at (512) 239-2545, Texas Commission on Environmental Quality, P.O. Box 13087, Austin, Texas 78711-3087.
A default order was adopted regarding Bellamy, Rhonda, Docket No. 2024-0722-MSW-E on July 30, 2026 assessing $3,750 in administrative penalties. Information concerning any aspect of this order may be obtained by contacting Marilyn Norrod, Staff Attorney at (512) 239-3400, Texas Commission on Environmental Quality, P.O. Box 13087, Austin, Texas 78711-3087.
An agreed order was adopted regarding DDM Materials Inc, Docket No. 2024-0889-MLM-E on July 30, 2026 assessing $48,118 in administrative penalties with $9,623 deferred. Information concerning any aspect of this order may be obtained by contacting Jennifer Graves, Enforcement Coordinator at (512) 239-2545, Texas Commission on Environmental Quality, P.O. Box 13087, Austin, Texas 78711-3087.
An agreed order was adopted regarding The Dow Chemical Company, Docket No. 2024-1288-AIR-E on July 30, 2026 assessing $16,875 in administrative penalties with $3,375 deferred. Information concerning any aspect of this order may be obtained by contacting Rajesh Acharya, Enforcement Coordinator at (512) 239-2545, Texas Commission on Environmental Quality, P.O. Box 13087, Austin, Texas 78711-3087.
An agreed order was adopted regarding City Of Eden, Docket No. 2024-1292-MWD-E on July 30, 2026 assessing $32,000 in administrative penalties with $6,400 deferred. Information concerning any aspect of this order may be obtained by contacting Kadrienn Woodard, Enforcement Coordinator at (512) 239-2545, Texas Commission on Environmental Quality, P.O. Box 13087, Austin, Texas 78711-3087.
An agreed order was adopted regarding BASF Corporation, Docket No. 2024-1308-AIR-E on July 30, 2026 assessing $14,290 in administrative penalties with $2,858 deferred. Information concerning any aspect of this order may be obtained by contacting Cheryl Thompson, Enforcement Coordinator at (512) 239-2545, Texas Commission on Environmental Quality, P.O. Box 13087, Austin, Texas 78711-3087.
An agreed order was adopted regarding Hexp Operating LLC, Docket No. 2024-1459-AIR-E on July 30, 2026 assessing $62,375 in administrative penalties with $12,475 deferred. Information concerning any aspect of this order may be obtained by contacting Casey Cobb, Enforcement Coordinator at (512) 239-2545, Texas Commission on Environmental Quality, P.O. Box 13087, Austin, Texas 78711-3087.
A default order was adopted regarding Wolf-Tech Industries Lllp, Docket No. 2024-1562-AIR-E on July 30, 2026 assessing $5,000 in administrative penalties. Information concerning any aspect of this order may be obtained by contacting Casey Kurnath, Staff Attorney at (512) 239-3400, Texas Commission on Environmental Quality, P.O. Box 13087, Austin, Texas 78711-3087.
An agreed order was adopted regarding Midland International Airport, Docket No. 2024-1671-WQ-E on July 30, 2026 assessing $13,500 in administrative penalties with $2,700 deferred. Information concerning any aspect of this order may be obtained by contacting Samantha Smith, Enforcement Coordinator at (512) 239-2545, Texas Commission on Environmental Quality, P.O. Box 13087, Austin, Texas 78711-3087.
An agreed order was adopted regarding City Of Florence, Docket No. 2024-1713-MWD-E on July 30, 2026 assessing $20,250 in administrative penalties with $4,050 deferred. Information concerning any aspect of this order may be obtained by contacting Samantha Smith, Enforcement Coordinator at (512) 239-2545, Texas Commission on Environmental Quality, P.O. Box 13087, Austin, Texas 78711-3087.
An agreed order was adopted regarding 306 Partners Investments LLC, Docket No. 2024-1742-MLM-E on July 30, 2026 assessing $36,377 in administrative penalties with $7,275 deferred. Information concerning any aspect of this order may be obtained by contacting Harley Hobson, Enforcement Coordinator at (512) 239-2545, Texas Commission on Environmental Quality, P.O. Box 13087, Austin, Texas 78711-3087.
An agreed order was adopted regarding TotalEnergies Petrochemicals & Refining USA Inc, Docket No. 2024-1793-AIR-E on July 30, 2026 assessing $13,190 in administrative penalties with $2,638 deferred. Information concerning any aspect of this order may be obtained by contacting Katie Phillips, Enforcement Coordinator at (512) 239-2545, Texas Commission on Environmental Quality, P.O. Box 13087, Austin, Texas 78711-3087.
An agreed order was adopted regarding Honey Holding I Ltd, Docket No. 2024-1798-WQ-E on July 30, 2026 assessing $33,750 in administrative penalties. Information concerning any aspect of this order may be obtained by contacting Kadrienn Woodard, Enforcement Coordinator at (512) 239-2545, Texas Commission on Environmental Quality, P.O. Box 13087, Austin, Texas 78711-3087.
A default and shutdown order was adopted regarding Multani BKP LLC, Docket No. 2025-0166-PST-E on July 30, 2026 assessing $16,275 in administrative penalties. Information concerning any aspect of this order may be obtained by contacting Casey Kurnath, Staff Attorney at (512) 239-3400, Texas Commission on Environmental Quality, P.O. Box 13087, Austin, Texas 78711-3087.
An agreed order was adopted regarding LyondellBasell Acetyls LLC, Docket No. 2025-0206-AIR-E on July 30, 2026 assessing $14,400 in administrative penalties with $2,880 deferred. Information concerning any aspect of this order may be obtained by contacting Mackenzie Mehlmann, Enforcement Coordinator at (512) 239-2545, Texas Commission on Environmental Quality, P.O. Box 13087, Austin, Texas 78711-3087.
A default and shutdown order was adopted regarding OHK Global Inc, Docket No. 2025-0317-PST-E on July 30, 2026 assessing $6,285 in administrative penalties. Information concerning any aspect of this order may be obtained by contacting Jennifer Peltier, Staff Attorney at (512) 239-3400, Texas Commission on Environmental Quality, P.O. Box 13087, Austin, Texas 78711-3087.
An agreed order was adopted regarding Asset Guard Products Inc, Docket No. 2025-0351-MLM-E on July 30, 2026 assessing $69,874 in administrative penalties with $13,974 deferred. Information concerning any aspect of this order may be obtained by contacting Katie Phillips, Enforcement Coordinator at (512) 239-2545, Texas Commission on Environmental Quality, P.O. Box 13087, Austin, Texas 78711-3087.
An agreed order was adopted regarding Quadvest LP, Docket No. 2025-0442-MWD-E on July 30, 2026 assessing $34,417 in administrative penalties. Information concerning any aspect of this order may be obtained by contacting Penny Wimberly, Enforcement Coordinator at (512) 239-2545, Texas Commission on Environmental Quality, P.O. Box 13087, Austin, Texas 78711-3087.
An agreed order was adopted regarding Hope Concrete LLC, Docket No. 2025-0444-WQ-E on July 30, 2026 assessing $23,157 in administrative penalties with $4,631 deferred. Information concerning any aspect of this order may be obtained by contacting Monica Larina, Enforcement Coordinator at (512) 239-2545, Texas Commission on Environmental Quality, P.O. Box 13087, Austin, Texas 78711-3087.
An agreed order was adopted regarding City Of Shiner, Docket No. 2025-1010-MWD-E on July 30, 2026 assessing $19,488 in administrative penalties with $3,897 deferred. Information concerning any aspect of this order may be obtained by contacting Harley Hobson, Enforcement Coordinator at (512) 239-2545, Texas Commission on Environmental Quality, P.O. Box 13087, Austin, Texas 78711-3087.
An agreed order was adopted regarding Tidehaven ISD, Docket No. 2025-1075-MWD-E on July 30, 2026 assessing $17,187 in administrative penalties with $3,437 deferred. Information concerning any aspect of this order may be obtained by contacting Madison Crawford, Enforcement Coordinator at (512) 239-2545, Texas Commission on Environmental Quality, P.O. Box 13087, Austin, Texas 78711-3087.
An agreed order was adopted regarding City Of Boyd, Docket No. 2025-1275-PWS-E on July 30, 2026 assessing $16,020 in administrative penalties with $3,204 deferred. Information concerning any aspect of this order may be obtained by contacting Emerson Rinewalt, Enforcement Coordinator at (512) 239-2545, Texas Commission on Environmental Quality, P.O. Box 13087, Austin, Texas 78711-3087.
An agreed order was adopted regarding TPC Group LLC, Docket No. 2025-1422-AIR-E on July 30, 2026 assessing $82,425 in administrative penalties with $16,485 deferred. Information concerning any aspect of this order may be obtained by contacting Christina Ferrara, Enforcement Coordinator at (512) 239-2545, Texas Commission on Environmental Quality, P.O. Box 13087, Austin, Texas 78711-3087.
An agreed order was adopted regarding Ash Grove Cement Company, Docket No. 2025-1481-IWD-E on July 30, 2026 assessing $64,780 in administrative penalties with $12,956 deferred. Information concerning any aspect of this order may be obtained by contacting Kadrienn Woodard, Enforcement Coordinator at (512) 239-2545, Texas Commission on Environmental Quality, P.O. Box 13087, Austin, Texas 78711-3087.
An agreed order was adopted regarding Quadvest LP, Docket No. 2025-1533-MWD-E on July 30, 2026 assessing $65,812 in administrative penalties. Information concerning any aspect of this order may be obtained by contacting Elizabeth Vanderwerken, Enforcement Coordinator at (512) 239-2545, Texas Commission on Environmental Quality, P.O. Box 13087, Austin, Texas 78711-3087.
An agreed order was adopted regarding Seaboard WSC, Docket No. 2025-1544-PWS-E on July 30, 2026 assessing $7,297 in administrative penalties. Information concerning any aspect of this order may be obtained by contacting Ronica Rodriguez, Enforcement Coordinator at (512) 239-2545, Texas Commission on Environmental Quality, P.O. Box 13087, Austin, Texas 78711-3087.
An agreed order was adopted regarding Brad Shaw, Docket No. 2025-1569-PWS-E on July 30, 2026 assessing $17,541 in administrative penalties with $3,508 deferred. Information concerning any aspect of this order may be obtained by contacting Deshaune Blake, Enforcement Coordinator at (512) 239-2545, Texas Commission on Environmental Quality, P.O. Box 13087, Austin, Texas 78711-3087.
An agreed order was adopted regarding Enterprise Products Operating LLC, Docket No. 2025-1572-AIR-E on July 30, 2026 assessing $14,243 in administrative penalties with $2,508 deferred. Information concerning any aspect of this order may be obtained by contacting Christina Ferrara, Enforcement Coordinator at (512) 239-2545, Texas Commission on Environmental Quality, P.O. Box 13087, Austin, Texas 78711-3087.
An agreed order was adopted regarding Global Energy Transfer Inc, Docket No. 2025-1681-MLM-E on July 30, 2026 assessing $17,126 in administrative penalties. Information concerning any aspect of this order may be obtained by contacting Stephanie McCurley, Enforcement Coordinator at (512) 239-2545, Texas Commission on Environmental Quality, P.O. Box 13087, Austin, Texas 78711-3087.
An agreed order was adopted regarding Alon USA LP2020-1568-air, Docket No. 2025-1717-IWD-E on July 30, 2026 assessing $69,575 in administrative penalties. Information concerning any aspect of this order may be obtained by contacting Samantha Smith, Enforcement Coordinator at (512) 239-2545, Texas Commission on Environmental Quality, P.O. Box 13087, Austin, Texas 78711-3087.
An agreed order was adopted regarding Red River Authority Of Texas, Docket No. 2025-1833-PWS-E on July 30, 2026 assessing $3,500 in administrative penalties. Information concerning any aspect of this order may be obtained by contacting Katherine Argueta, Enforcement Coordinator at (512) 239-2545, Texas Commission on Environmental Quality, P.O. Box 13087, Austin, Texas 78711-3087.
An agreed order was adopted regarding Aqua Texas Inc, Docket No. 2025-1852-PWS-E on July 30, 2026 assessing $15,300 in administrative penalties. Information concerning any aspect of this order may be obtained by contacting Deshaune Blake, Enforcement Coordinator at (512) 239-2545, Texas Commission on Environmental Quality, P.O. Box 13087, Austin, Texas 78711-3087.
An agreed order was adopted regarding Tyson Foods Inc, Docket No. 2025-1856-AIR-E on July 30, 2026 assessing $12,500 in administrative penalties. Information concerning any aspect of this order may be obtained by contacting Desmond Martin, Enforcement Coordinator at (512) 239-2545, Texas Commission on Environmental Quality, P.O. Box 13087, Austin, Texas 78711-3087.
An agreed order was adopted regarding INEOS Oligomers USA LLC, Docket No. 2025-1867-AIR-E on July 30, 2026 assessing $20,250 in administrative penalties with $4,050 deferred. Information concerning any aspect of this order may be obtained by contacting Desmond Martin, Enforcement Coordinator at (512) 239-2545, Texas Commission on Environmental Quality, P.O. Box 13087, Austin, Texas 78711-3087.
An agreed order was adopted regarding City Of Celina, Docket No. 2026-0022-MWD-E on July 30, 2026 assessing $20,312 in administrative penalties with $4,062 deferred. Information concerning any aspect of this order may be obtained by contacting Madison Crawford, Enforcement Coordinator at (512) 239-2545, Texas Commission on Environmental Quality, P.O. Box 13087, Austin, Texas 78711-3087.
An agreed order was adopted regarding Dobbin-Plantersville Water Supply Corporation A Non-Profit Corporation, Docket No. 2026-0163-PWS-E on July 30, 2026 assessing $9,350 in administrative penalties. Information concerning any aspect of this order may be obtained by contacting Savannah Jackson, Enforcement Coordinator at (512) 239-2545, Texas Commission on Environmental Quality, P.O. Box 13087, Austin, Texas 78711-3087.
An agreed order was adopted regarding Harrold WSC, Docket No. 2026-0223-PWS-E on July 30, 2026 assessing $4,975 in administrative penalties. Information concerning any aspect of this order may be obtained by contacting Kaisie Hubschmitt, Enforcement Coordinator at (512) 239-2545, Texas Commission on Environmental Quality, P.O. Box 13087, Austin, Texas 78711-3087.
An agreed order was adopted regarding Swenson WSC, Docket No. 2026-0259-PWS-E on July 30, 2026 assessing $1,437 in administrative penalties. Information concerning any aspect of this order may be obtained by contacting Ilia Perez Ramirez, Enforcement Coordinator at (512) 239-2545, Texas Commission on Environmental Quality, P.O. Box 13087, Austin, Texas 78711-3087.
An agreed order was adopted regarding City Of Florence, Docket No. 2026-0265-PWS-E on July 30, 2026 assessing $2,875 in administrative penalties. Information concerning any aspect of this order may be obtained by contacting Katherine Mckinney, Enforcement Coordinator at (512) 239-2545, Texas Commission on Environmental Quality, P.O. Box 13087, Austin, Texas 78711-3087.
An agreed order was adopted regarding Blanchard Refining Company LLC, Docket No. 2026-0315-AIR-E on July 30, 2026 assessing $107,045 in administrative penalties with $21,409 deferred. Information concerning any aspect of this order may be obtained by contacting Desmond Martin, Enforcement Coordinator at (512) 239-2545, Texas Commission on Environmental Quality, P.O. Box 13087, Austin, Texas 78711-3087.
An agreed order was adopted regarding Blanchard Refining Company LLC, Docket No. 2026-0316-AIR-E on July 30, 2026 assessing $333,775 in administrative penalties. Information concerning any aspect of this order may be obtained by contacting Desmond Martin, Enforcement Coordinator at (512) 239-2545, Texas Commission on Environmental Quality, P.O. Box 13087, Austin, Texas 78711-3087.
An agreed order was adopted regarding Blanchard Refining Company LLC, Docket No. 2026-0318-AIR-E on July 30, 2026 assessing $22,613 in administrative penalties with $4,522 deferred. Information concerning any aspect of this order may be obtained by contacting Desmond Martin, Enforcement Coordinator at (512) 239-2545, Texas Commission on Environmental Quality, P.O. Box 13087, Austin, Texas 78711-3087.
TRD-202603225
Laurie Gharis
Chief Clerk
Texas Commission on Environmental Quality
Filed: July 30, 2026
Notice and Comment Hearing Draft Permit No. O4898
This is a notice for a notice and comment hearing on Federal Operating Permit Number O4898. During the notice and comment hearing informal questions on the Federal Operating Permit will be answered and formal comments will be received. The Texas Commission on Environmental Quality (TCEQ) has scheduled the notice and comment hearing regarding this application and draft permit as follows:
Date: October 1, 2026
Time: 7:00 p.m.
Location: Hartman Park's Community Center
9311 E Avenue P
Houston, Texas 77012
Location phone: (713) 928-4803
Application and Draft Permit. Valero Refining-Texas, L.P., 9701 Manchester St, Houston, Texas 77012-2408, a Petroleum Refineries facility, has applied to TCEQ for an Initial Issuance of Federal Operating Permit (herein referred to as permit) No. O4898, Application No. 39767 to authorize operation of the Valero Houston Refinery. The area addressed by the application is located at 9701 Manchester St in Houston, Harris County, Texas 77012-2408. This application was received by TCEQ on February 2, 2026.
TCEQ Executive Director has completed the technical review of the application and prepared a draft permit. The draft permit, if approved, will codify the conditions under which the site must operate. TCEQ Executive Director recommends issuance of the draft permit. The purpose of a federal operating permit is to improve overall compliance with the rules governing air pollution control by clearly listing all applicable requirements, as defined in Title 30 Texas Administrative Code (30 TAC) §122.10. The permit will not authorize new construction or new emissions.
Notice and Comment Hearing. The hearing will be structured for the receipt of oral or written comments by interested persons. Registration and an informal discussion period with commission staff members will begin during the first 30 minutes. During the informal discussion period, the public is encouraged to ask questions and engage in open discussion with the applicant and TCEQ staff concerning this application and draft permit. Issues raised during this discussion period will only be addressed in the formal response to comments if the issue is also presented during the hearing. After the conclusion of the informal discussion period, TCEQ will conduct a notice and comment hearing regarding the application and draft permit. Individuals may present oral statements when called upon in order of registration. A reasonable time limit may be established at the hearing to assure that enough time is allowed for every interested person to speak. There will be no open discussion during the hearing. The purpose of this hearing will be to receive formal public comment which TCEQ will consider in determining whether to revise and/or issue the permit and in determining the accuracy and completeness of the permit. Any person may attend this meeting and submit written or oral comments. The hearing will be conducted in accordance with the Texas Clean Air Act §382.0561, as codified in the Texas Health and Safety Code, and 30 TAC §122.340.
Persons who have special communication or other accommodation needs who are planning to attend the hearing should contact the TCEQ Public Education Program toll free at (800) 687-4040 or (800) RELAY-TX (TDD), at least five business days prior to the hearing.
Any person may also submit written comments before the hearing to the Texas Commission on Environmental Quality, Office of Chief Clerk, MC-105, P.O. Box 13087, Austin, Texas 78711-3087, or electronically at www14.tceq.texas.gov/epic/eComment/. Written comments should include (1) your name, address, and daytime telephone number, and (2) the draft permit number found at the top of this notice.
A notice of proposed final action that includes a response to comments and identification of any changes to the draft permit will be mailed to everyone who submitted: written comments and/or hearing requests, attended and signed in at the hearing, or requested to be on the mailing list for this application. This mailing will also provide instructions for public petitions to the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) to request that the EPA object to the issuance of the proposed permit. After receiving a petition, the EPA may only object to the issuance of a permit which is not in compliance with applicable requirements or the requirements of 30 TAC Chapter 122.
Mailing List. In addition to submitting public comments, a person may ask to be placed on a mailing list for this application by sending a request to the TCEQ Office of the Chief Clerk at the address above. Those on the mailing list will receive copies of future public notices (if any) mailed by the Chief Clerk for this application.
Information. For additional information about this permit application or the permitting process, please contact the Texas Commission on Environmental Quality, Public Education Program, MC-108, P.O. Box 13087, Austin, Texas 78711-3087 or toll free at (800) 687-4040. General information about TCEQ can be found at www.tceq.texas.gov. Si desea información en español, puede llamar al (800) 687-4040.
Further information may also be obtained for Valero Refining-Texas, L.P. by calling April Twu, Senior Staff Environmental Engineer at (713) 923-3392.
Notice Issuance Date: July 29, 2026
TRD-202603276
Laurie Gharis
Chief Clerk
Texas Commission on Environmental Quality
Filed: August 4, 2026
Notice of Public Hearing on Proposed Revisions to 30 TAC Chapter 30
The Texas Commission on Environmental Quality (commission) will conduct a public hearing to receive testimony regarding proposed revisions to 30 Texas Administrative Code (TAC) Chapter 30, Occupational Licenses and Registrations, §§30.7, 30.24, 30.26, 30.30, 30.33, 30.192, 30.317, 30.340, 30.355, 30.390, 30.392, and 30.400, under the requirements of Texas Water Code, §37.006 and Texas Occupations Code Chapters 53 and 55.
The proposed rulemaking would amend 30 TAC Chapter 30 to implement House Bill (HB) 1237, HB 5629, Senate Bill (SB) 1818, and SB 1080 from the 89th Texas Legislative session related to license renewal timelines and fees, reciprocal licensing for military service members, veterans, and military spouses, and revisions to felony-based license revocation. In addition, the rulemaking would include minor updates to Chapter 30 to improve clarity.
The commission will hold a hybrid virtual and in-person public hearing on this proposal in Austin on September 9, 2026, at 2:00 p.m. in building E, room 201S at the commission's central office located at 12100 Park 35 Circle. The hearing is structured for the receipt of oral or written comments by interested persons. Individuals may present oral statements when called upon in order of registration. Open discussion will not be permitted during the hearing; however, commission staff members will be available to discuss the proposal 30 minutes prior to the hearing at 1:30 p.m.
Individuals who plan to attend the hearing virtually and want to provide oral comments and/or want their attendance on record must register by September 7, 2026. To register for the hearing, please email Rules@tceq.texas.gov and provide the following information: your name, your affiliation, your email address, your phone number, and whether or not you plan to provide oral comments during the hearing. Instructions for participating in the hearing will be sent on September 8, 2026, to those who register for the hearing.
For the public who do not wish to provide oral comments but would like to view the hearing may do so at no cost at:
https://events.teams.microsoft.com/event/3e5e0072-0b2a-4c8f-b7aa-c7597329a161@871a83a4-a1ce-4b7a-8156-3bcd93a08fba
Persons who have special communication or other accommodation needs who are planning to attend the hearing should contact Sandy Wong, Office of Legal Services at (512) 239-1802 or (800) RELAY-TX (TDD). Requests should be made as far in advance as possible.
If you need translation services, please contact TCEQ at (800) 687-4040. Si desea información general en español, puede llamar al (800) 687-4040.
Written comments may be submitted to Gwen Ricco, MC 205, Office of Legal Services, Texas Commission on Environmental Quality, P.O. Box 13087, Austin, Texas 78711-3087, or faxed to fax4808@tceq.texas.gov. Electronic comments may be submitted at: https://tceq.commentinput.com/. File size restrictions may apply to comments being submitted via the TCEQ Public Comment system. All comments should reference Rule Project Number 2025-027-030-WS. The comment period closes at 11:59 p.m. on September 15, 2026. Copies of the proposed rulemaking can be obtained from the commission's website at https://www.tceq.texas.gov/rules/propose_adopt.html. For further information, please contact Rebecca Morigan, Occupational Licensing and Registration Division, (512) 239-2463.
TRD-202603242
Amy L. Browning
Deputy Director, Environmental Law Division
Texas Commission on Environmental Quality
Filed: July 31, 2026
Notice of Public Meeting for the Creation of Houston County Groundwater Conservation District GPA-260305
PETITION. The Texas Commission on Environmental Quality (TCEQ) has received a complete submittal for the proposed creation of Houston County Groundwater Conservation District (GCD). The boundaries of the GCD will be coterminous with the political boundaries of Houston County, Texas. The petition was submitted to the TCEQ on March 5, 2026.
The petition and supporting information are available for viewing and copying at the Houston County Courthouse Annex in Houston County, located at 401 East Goliad, Crockett, Texas 75835, during the hours of 8:00 a.m. to 4:30 p.m., Monday through Friday. The petition and supporting information are available on the TCEQ website, www.tceq.texas.gov/groundwater/groundwater-planning-assessment/districts.html/. Commission records on the petition are also available for viewing and copying at TCEQ's main office in Austin, 12100 Park 35 Circle, Building F, 1st Floor (Office of the Chief Clerk), for the current petition until final action is taken).
PUBLIC COMMENT / PUBLIC MEETING. TCEQ will conduct an informational meeting to answer questions regarding the petition and to take formal comments.
The meeting is to be held:
Tuesday, September 29, 2026 at 7:00 p.m.
Crockett Civic Center
1100 Edmiston Drive
Crockett, Texas 75835
Public written or oral comments about this petition may be submitted at any time during the public meeting. The comment period will end at the close of the public meeting. Please be aware that any contact information you provide, including your name, phone number, email address and physical address will become part of the agency's public record. Following the public meeting, the executive director will summarize the public meeting comments and make recommendations to the commission on certification of the petition and the appointment of temporary directors.
Written public comments should be submitted to the Office of the Chief Clerk, MC 105, TCEQ, P.O. Box 13087, Austin, Texas 78711-3087 or electronically at https://www14.tceq.texas.gov/epic/eComment/, by entering GPA-260305 in the Permit Number search field before the comment period closes. File size restrictions may apply to comments being submitted via the TCEQ Public Comments system. All comments should reference Landowner Petition Project Number GPA-260305. Please choose one of the methods provided to submit your written comments.
INFORMATION. For more information about this petition, please call the Public Education Program toll free at (800)-687-4040. General information can be found at our website at www.tceq.texas.gov. Si desea información en español, puede llamar al (800) 687-4040.
Persons with disabilities who need special accommodations at the meeting should call the Office of the Chief Clerk at (512) 239-3300 or (800) RELAY-TX (TDD) at least five business days prior to the meeting.
Issuance Date: July 31, 2026
TRD-202603275
Laurie Gharis
Chief Clerk
Texas Commission on Environmental Quality
Filed: August 4, 2026
Notice of Water Quality Application - WQ0015930001 Minor Amendment
The following notice was issued on July 31, 2026:
The following notice does not require publication in a newspaper. Written comments or requests for a public meeting may be submitted to the Office of the Chief Clerk, Mail Code 105, P.O. Box 13087, Austin, Texas 78711-3087 WITHIN (30) DAYS FROM THE DATE THIS NOTICE IS PUBLISHED IN THE TEXAS REGISTER.
INFORMATION SECTION
City of Bryan has applied for a minor amendment of Texas Pollutant Discharge Elimination System Permit No. WQ0015930001, to authorize a decrease in the Interim I phase flow from 6.0 million gallons per day (MGD) to 4.0 MGD, along with the addition of an Interim II phase flow of 8.0 MGD. The existing permit authorizes the discharge of treated domestic wastewater at an annual average flow not to exceed 12.0 MGD. The facility will be located approximately 1,400 feet northeast of the intersection of Australia Lane and Cole Lane, in Brazos County, Texas 77845.
TRD-202603277
Laurie Gharis
Chief Clerk
Texas Commission on Environmental Quality
Filed: August 4, 2026
General Land Office
Notice and Opportunity to Comment on Requests for Consistency Agreement/Concurrence Under the Texas Coastal Management Program
On January 10, 1997, the State of Texas received federal approval of the Coastal Management Program (CMP) (62 Federal Register pp. 1439 - 1440). Under federal law, federal agency activities and actions affecting the Texas coastal zone must be consistent with the CMP goals and policies identified in 31 TAC Chapter 26. Requests for federal consistency review were deemed administratively complete for the following project(s) during the period of July 20, 2026 to July 31, 2026. As required by federal law, the public is given an opportunity to comment on the consistency of proposed activities in the coastal zone undertaken or authorized by federal agencies. Pursuant to 31 TAC §§30.20(f), 30.30(h), and 30.40(e), the public comment period extends 30 days from the date published on the Texas General Land Office web site. The notice was published on the web site on Friday, August 7, 2026. The public comment period for this project will close at 5:00 p.m. on Sunday, September 6, 2026.
Federal License and Permit Activities:
Applicant: Nueces County Coastal Parks
Location: The project area is located along the Gulf of America shoreline of Nueces and Kleberg Counties, Texas, and encompasses the beach and adjacent nearshore environment. The project area includes four shoreline segments on Mustang Island and North Padre Island within Nueces County, as well as the portion of Kleberg County shoreline. The four nourishment zones include: (1) North Port Aransas Jetty to Lantana Drive (33.67 acres); (2) Newport Pass Road to Marker 203 (32.61 acres); (3) Access Road 4 to Access Road 6 (40.63 acres); and (4) Access Road 6 to Marker 253 (56.83 acres). Proposed activities are limited to areas seaward of the 4.0-foot (NAVD88) contour and extend to the Mean Lower Low Water line.
Latitude and Longitude: Center Point Coordinates
Zone 1: 27.831297, -97.049409
Zone 2: 27.626555, -97.196512
Zone 3: 27.587759, -97.216980
Zone 4: 27.567357, -97.227619
Project Description: The applicant proposes to conduct beach nourishment activities within four established County-managed beach maintenance zones along the Gulf-facing shoreline of Mustang Island and North Padre Island in Nueces and Kleberg Counties, Texas. The project would involve placement of up to 779,671 cubic yards (CY) total of beach quality sand in an estimated 163.74 acres of sandy gulf beach and open water within four zones on the beach and within the nearshore system to restore and maintain beach width, improve shoreline resilience, reduce storm-related beach loss and damage, support coastal habitat functions, and maintain public beach access and recreational use. The final sediment source has not yet been selected. Based on the anticipated volume of nourishment material, the material is expected to be obtained from an aquatic borrow source. The specific borrow area and final construction methodology would be determined during final engineering design, procurement, and agency coordination. Depending on the selected sediment source and contractor, sand placement may be accomplished using hydraulic dredging with submerged or floating pipeline transport, or another suitable construction method. Any selected construction method would remain within the authorized project limits and comply with applicable permit conditions.
Construction activities may include mobilization and demobilization of equipment, temporary access and staging, grading and shaping of placed material, and other activities necessary to complete nourishment activities within the designated zone. Final beach nourishment template geometry, construction methods, equipment, access routes, staging limits, sequencing, and the precise seaward toe of fill would be refined during final engineering design, contractor selection, and agency coordination. Existing developed or previously utilized County facilities and public beach-access areas are anticipated to be used where practicable. These include the existing staging and access areas at I.B. Magee Beach Park and Padre Balli Park, together with existing public beach-access corridors serving the applicable nourishment zones. No new permanent haul roads, stringing areas, or contractor-specific equipment routes are proposed. Construction access, staging, and work activities would remain seaward of the dune system, and no impacts to dunes are proposed. Final temporary work limits will be established during final design and contractor mobilization and will be configured to avoid dunes and minimize disturbance outside the authorized nourishment footprint.
Depending on the final construction approach, equipment may include hydraulic dredges, booster pumps, submerged and/or floating pipelines, excavators, bulldozers, front-end loaders, graders, articulated haul trucks, support vessels, or other equipment commonly used for coastal beach nourishment projects.
Because the permit request contemplates recurring nourishment events, future event volumes may differ from the planning-level estimates depending on the degree and location of erosion occurring between nourishment cycles. Each event would remain within the authorized project limits and would not exceed the approved impact footprint or authorized quantities without additional agency coordination, as applicable.
The overall construction schedule and daily operating hours have not yet been determined. Construction is anticipated to occur in phases based on the selected contractor, sediment source, weather conditions, tidal conditions, equipment availability, and applicable environmental restrictions or permit conditions.
The applicant's stated purpose and need for the proposed project is to restore and maintain beach width and shoreline resilience within established County-managed shoreline reaches on Mustang Island and North Padre Island through periodic placement of compatible beach-quality sand on the beach and within the nearshore system. The project is intended to address chronic shoreline change and storm-related erosion while maintaining public beach access, supporting coastal habitat functions, and improving the long-term resilience of the Gulf shoreline.
The applicant has not proposed any compensatory mitigation because impacts would occur primarily within dynamic sandy beach and nearshore habitats subject to frequent natural disturbance; effects to substrate and benthic use are expected to be temporary and recoverable; no permanent fill or conversion of wetlands, oyster reefs, seagrass beds, hard-bottom habitat, or other special aquatic sites is anticipated; and the proposed action is a non-structural shoreline management measure intended to restore sediment to the beach and nearshore system rather than convert habitat to a new or incompatible use. The U.S. Army Corps of Engineers will determine the type and amount of compensatory mitigation necessary to offset losses of waters of the United States which may result from the proposed activity in accordance with 33 CFR §332.
Type of Application: U.S. Army Corps of Engineers permit application #SWG-2026-00349. This application will be reviewed pursuant Section 404 of the Clean Water Act and Section 10 of the Rivers and Harbors Act of 1899. Note: The consistency review for this project may be conducted by The Texas Commission on Environmental Quality as part of its certification under §401 of the Clean Water Act.
CMP Project No: 26-1187-F1
Applicant: Port of Houston Authority
Location: Dredging will occur within the Houston Ship Channel (HSC), a federally authorized and maintained waterway situated in Galveston Bay. Dredge material will be disposed within the Offshore Ocean Dredged Material Disposal Site (ODMDS) in the Gulf of America, offshore Galveston County, Texas.
The Galveston ODMDS is located approximately 3.7 nautical miles offshore, and 1.3 to 1.9 nautical miles southwest of the centerline of the Entrance Channel. This disposal site occupies an area of approximately 6.6 square nautical miles, with depths ranging from 33 to 51 ft.
Latitude and Longitude:
The Galveston ODMDS is trapezoidal in shape with vertex coordinates located at:
Project Description: The applicant proposes to utilize the Offshore Ocean Dredged Material Disposal Site (ODMDS) for the disposal of dredged material generated from dredging activities within the Houston Ship Channel.
More specifically, the project consists of maintenance dredging and disposing of the material in approved Dredge Material Placement Areas including the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers ODMDS. Dredging will occur within the existing federally authorized Houston Ship Channel, extending from the Upper Turning Basin in Houston, Texas through Galveston Bay to the Galveston Entrance Channel and the Gulf of America, including all channel reaches, turning basins, and approach areas extending approximately 52 miles along the Houston Ship Channel. Dredging may be conducted using hopper dredges, hydraulic pipeline dredges, cutterhead dredges, mechanical dredges (clamshell or bucket), and excavator mounted dredging equipment. Bed leveling may also be performed to redistribute localized shoaling within the channel prism. Equipment may include plow-type bed levelers, drag beams, leveling blades, silt blades, sweep bars, chains, rollers, sledge frames, sediment redistribution beams, or similar devices. Water injection dredging will not be used.
The applicant has not proposed compensatory mitigation for the maintenance dredging and use of the Galveston ODMDS.
Type of Application: U.S. Army Corps of Engineers permit application #SWG-2026-00414. This application will be reviewed pursuant Section 10 of the Rivers and Harbors Act of 1899 (33 U.S.C. §403) and Section 103 of the Marine Protection, Research, and Sanctuaries Act.
CMP Project No: 26-1189-F1
Applicant: Enterprise Products Operating L.L.C.
Location: The project site is located in the Neches River at the Enterprise Beaumont Marine West (BMW) terminal, in an area approximately 6.5 miles southeast of Beaumont, within Jefferson County, Texas.
Latitude and Longitude: 30.032449, -94.0333882
Project Description: The applicant proposes to modify Department of the Army Permit SWG-2000-02956 to mechanically and/or hydraulically dredge approximately 461,000 cubic yards of material from a 27.8-acre area of the Neches River at the Enterprise Beaumont Marine West (BMW) Ship Docks 1 and 2, North Dock, and South Dock to a maximum depth of -54 feet mean lower low water. The dredged material would be placed within an upland confined dredge material placement area (DMPA). The purpose of the proposed dredging is to ensure navigational safety and operability of vessel traffic within the Enterprise BMW Ship Docks, and to match the future depths of the Sabine Neches Waterway channel.
The applicant has stated that they have avoided and minimized environmental impacts to waters of the United States associated with the proposed activity by maintaining the previously authorized dredge footprint and only requesting the increase the depth to match the new authorized depth of the federal channel. Only temporary impacts to Waters of the United States are expected as a result of the proposed project. Best Management Practices (BMPs) will be used, where possible, to minimize temporary impacts to the maximum extent practicable. BMPs will be employed to limit adverse impacts to the maximum extent practicable. The applicant has not proposed any compensatory mitigation because there would be no permanent loss of waters of the United States or discharge into special aquatic sites associated with the proposed activity. The U.S. Army Corps of Engineers will determine the type and amount of compensatory mitigation necessary to offset losses of waters of the United States which may result from the proposed activity in accordance with 33 CFR §332.
Type of Application: U.S. Army Corps of Engineers permit application #SWG-2000-02956. This application will be reviewed pursuant Section 404 of the Clean Water Act and Section 10 of the Rivers and Harbors Act of 1899. Note: The consistency review for this project may be conducted by The Texas Commission on Environmental Quality as part of its certification under §401 of the Clean Water Act.
CMP Project No: 26-1190-F1
Further information on the applications listed above, including a copy of the consistency certifications or consistency determinations for inspection, may be obtained from the Texas General Land Office Public Information Officer at 1700 N. Congress Avenue, Austin, Texas 78701, or via email at pialegal@glo.texas.gov. Comments should be sent to the Texas General Land Office Coastal Management Program Coordinator at the above address or via email at federal.consistency@glo.texas.gov.
TRD-202603272
Jennifer Jones
Chief Clerk and Deputy Land Commissioner
General Land Office
Filed: August 3, 2026
Texas Health and Human Services Commission
Texas Home Living (TxHml) Program Waiver Renewal Application
Public Notice
The Texas Health and Human Services Commission (HHSC) is submitting a request to the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS) to renew the Texas Home Living (TxHmL) waiver program authorized under §1915(c) of the Social Security Act. CMS has approved the TxHmL waiver application through February 28, 2027. The proposed effective date for the renewal is March 1, 2027.
This renewal request proposes to make the following changes:
Main Appendix
HHSC revised the waiver description and HHSC's role as a single state Medicaid agency to align with existing policies.
Appendix B: Participant Access and Eligibility
HHSC updated the hyperlink to the Diagnostic Codes for Persons with Related Conditions.
HHSC removed the cost ceiling amount in section B-2-b as the methodology for the cost limit is listed in B-2-a.
HHSC updated the total number of unduplicated participants served, the total number of participants served at any given point-in-time and the reserved capacity projections for waiver years one through five in section B-3-a.
Appendix C: Participant Services
HHSC removed the day habilitation service as well as references to day habilitation from the waiver application since it is no longer a service in the waiver since March 1, 2023.
HHSC updated the hyperlink to the Billing Requirements and handbooks.
HHSC updated, as applicable, the service provider cannot be the individual or the individual's spouse, the individual's legally authorized representative (LAR) or the spouse of the LAR.
HHSC updated the respite service definition to clarify that individualized skills and socialization is a setting where Respite can be provided.
HHSC updated service limitations for the Supported Employment and Employment Assistance services to clarify that the service cannot be provided at the same time as Individualized Skills and Socialization, Employment Readiness, Employment Assistance (when Supported Employment is provided), Employment Assistance (when Supported Employment is provided) or Respite to align with existing policy.
HHSC clarified in the Prescription Medication service definition that the service is available for "Adults (21 years and older)" who are dually eligible and excluded from enrollment into managed care.
HHSC clarified in the service definition for Financial Management Services Agency (FMSA) the role the FMSA has with timesheets, processing payroll and ensuring filing and payment of applicable withholdings and updated the term "provider" to "financial services management" under verification of provider qualifications.
HHSC added a link to the billing requirements for Adaptive Aids and Minor Home Modifications.
HHSC updated the Community Support definition to clarify that the service cannot be delivered at the same time as Individualized Skills and Socialization to align with existing policy.
HHSC added clarification that the Dental Treatment limit is one thousand dollars, and the provider can bill for requisition fees which do not count toward the Dental limit to align with existing policy.
HHSC revised section C-5-2, person-centered planning process for Home and Community-Based Settings.
HHSC revised the corrective action plan process for FMSAs during the review period to align with existing practice. HHSC revised the elements in the corrective action plans and clarified the FMSA and the HHSC contract manager's responsibilities.
Appendix D: Service Delivery
HHSC updated terms, as applicable, from "principles" to "standards" and "option" to "employer, " throughout the appendix.
HHSC removed outdated language about the COVID-19 Public Health Emergency from section D-1-g, as it no longer applies.
HHSC updated interview modes, in-person or face-to-face, as applicable.
HHSC clarified the Enforcement process in section D-2-b under monitoring safeguards to address noncompliance identified through inspections and surveys.
Appendix E: Participant Direction of Services
HHSC revised the type of traditional agency option individuals can choose.
HHSC updated the Consumer Directed Services (CDS) participant projections for waiver years one through five.
HHSC removed the individual cost limit amount since the methodology is in appendix B-2.
Appendix F: Participant Rights
HHSC revised section F-3 to describe the process the provider must follow to inform the individual or LAR of how to file a complaint to HHSC or the Local Intellectual and Developmental Disability Authority (LIDDA) when the providers resolution is unsatisfactory to the individual or LAR.
Appendix G: Health and Welfare
HHSC clarified in section G-2-c that seclusion is physical abuse and clarified the critical incident reporting requirement and requirements to report to the Department of Family and Protective Services Statewide Intake.
HHSC revised updated abuse, neglect, and exploitation reporting processes to DFPS Statewide Intake and the LIDDA and provider agency complaint process.
Appendix H: Quality Improvement Strategy
HHSC revised section H-1, System Improvements and updated H-1-bi, System design changes and section H-1-b-ii Quality Improvement Strategy sections.
HHSC updated the type of survey tool to NCI-IID IPS Survey.
Appendix I: Financial Accountability
HHSC clarified that the LIDDA may contract as TxHmL provider agencies and must provide all TxHmL services and receive payment for services provided.
Performance Measures
HHSC added a new performance measure, A.a.2, that reads "Number and percent of individuals with records reflecting settings are selected by the individual based on their needs, preferences, and HCBS settings requirements. N: Number of individuals with records reflecting settings are selected by the individual based on their needs, preferences, and HCBS settings requirements. D: Number of individuals with reviewed records requirements."
HHSC revised the Data Sources for performance measures C.a.2, C.a.3, C.c.1, D.a.1, D.c.1, D.c.2, D.c.3, D.d.1, G.a.1, G.a.2, G.a.3, G.a.4, G.a.5, G.a.6, G.a.7, G.a.8, G.b.1, G.b.2, G.c.1, G.c.2, G.c.2, and G.d.1.
HHSC revised the Sampling Approach for performance measures C.a.2, C.a.3, C.b.2, C.c.1, D.a.1, D.c.2, D.c.3, D.d.1, D.e.1, D.e.2, G.a.4, G.a.6, G.b.1, G.b.3, G.c.1, G.c.2, G.c.3, and G.d.1.
HHSC removed performance measures C.a.4 and G.b.3. Due to the removal of performance measure G.b.3, G.b.4 was renumbered as G.b.3.
HHSC revised performance measures D.a.1, D.c.2, D.c.3, D.d.1, G.a.4, G.a.6, G.d.1 to include the term surveyed contracts instead of reviewed contracts.
Miscellaneous
HHSC updated Texas Administrative Code references throughout the waiver and references of "The State" to "HHSC" throughout the waiver.
HHSC updated the projections in appendix J for the waiver costs (Factor D) and other Medicaid costs for waiver recipients (Factor D') and the annual average per capita Medicaid costs for all non-waiver institutional services (Factor G) and other Medicaid costs for the institutional population (Factor G') for all five waiver years.
TxHmL Program Overview
The TxHmL waiver provides essential community-based services and supports to individuals with intellectual disabilities who live in their own homes or in the home of another person, such as a family member. Services and supports are intended to enhance quality of life, functional independence, and health and well-being in continued community-based living and to supplement, rather than replace, existing informal or formal supports and resources.
Current services in the TxHmL waiver are adaptive aids, audiology, behavioral support, community support, dental treatment, dietary services, employment assistance, employment readiness, individualized skills and socialization, minor home modifications, nursing, occupational therapy, physical therapy, respite, speech and language pathology, support consultation, and supported employment.
To obtain a free copy of the proposed waiver renewal, ask questions, obtain additional information, or submit comments about the renewal, please contact Julyya Alvarez by U.S. mail, telephone, fax, or email at the addresses and numbers below. A copy of the proposed waiver renewal may also be obtained online on the HHSC website at:
https://www.hhs.texas.gov/regulations/policies-rules/waivers
Comments about the proposed waiver renewal must be submitted to HHSC by September 14, 2026.
The Access and Eligibility Services for local benefit offices will post this notice for 30 days and will have copies of the amendment available for review.
Addresses:
U.S. Mail
Texas Health and Human Services Commission
Attention: Julyya Alvarez, Waiver Coordinator, Federal Coordination, Rules and Committees
701 West 51st Street, Mail Code H-310
Austin, Texas 78751
Telephone
(512) 438-4333
Fax
Attention: Julyya Alvarez, Waiver Coordinator at (512) 323-1905
TX_Medicaid_Waivers@hhs.texas.gov
TRD-202603273
Karen Ray
Chief Counsel
Texas Health and Human Services Commission
Filed: August 3, 2026
Texas Department of Licensing and Regulation
Scratch Ticket Game Number 2758 "BONUS CROSSWORD"
1.0 Name and Style of Scratch Ticket Game.
A. The name of Scratch Ticket Game No. 2758 is "BONUS CROSSWORD". The play style is "crossword".
1.1 Price of Scratch Ticket Game.
A. The price for Scratch Ticket Game No. 2758 shall be $3.00 per Scratch Ticket.
1.2 Definitions in Scratch Ticket Game No. 2758.
A. Display Printing - That area of the Scratch Ticket outside of the area where the overprint and Play Symbols appear.
B. Latex Overprint - The removable scratch-off covering over the Play Symbols on the front of the Scratch Ticket.
C. Play Symbol - The printed data under the latex on the front of the Scratch Ticket that is used to determine eligibility for a prize. Each Play Symbol is printed in Symbol font in black ink in positive except for dual-image games. The possible black Play Symbols are: A, B, C, D, E, F, G, H, I, J, K, L, M, N, O, P, Q, R, S, T, U, V, W, X, Y, Z, BLACKENED SQUARE SYMBOL, CHERRY SYMBOL, DIAMOND SYMBOL, HORSESHOE SYMBOL, SAILBOAT SYMBOL, ANCHOR SYMBOL, WATERMELON SYMBOL, GOLD BAR SYMBOL and HEART SYMBOL.
D. Play Symbol Caption - The printed material appearing below each Play Symbol which explains the Play Symbol. One caption appears under each Play Symbol and is printed in caption font in black ink in positive. Crossword and Bingo style games do not typically have Play Symbol Captions. The Play Symbol Caption which corresponds with and verifies each Play Symbol is as follows:
Figure 1: GAME NO. 2758 - 1.2D (.pdf)
E. Serial Number - A unique thirteen (13) digit number appearing under the latex scratch-off covering on the front of the Scratch Ticket. The Serial Number is for validation purposes and cannot be used to play the game. The format will be: 0000000000000.
F. Bar Code - A twenty-four (24) character interleaved two (2) of five (5) Bar Code which will include a four (4) digit game ID, the seven (7) digit Pack number, the three (3) digit Ticket number and the ten (10) digit Validation Number. The Bar Code appears on the back of the Scratch Ticket.
G. Game-Pack-Ticket Number - A fourteen (14) digit number consisting of the four (4) digit game number (2758), a seven (7) digit Pack number, and a three (3) digit Ticket number. Ticket numbers start with 001 and end with 125 within each Pack. The format will be: 2758-0000001-001.
H. Pack - A Pack of the "BONUS CROSSWORD" Scratch Ticket Game contains 125 Tickets, packed in plastic shrink-wrapping and fanfolded in pages of one (1). Ticket 001 will be shown on the front of the Pack; the back of Ticket 125 will be revealed on the back of the Pack. All Packs will be tightly shrink-wrapped. There will be no breaks between the Tickets in a Pack. Every other Pack will reverse i.e., reverse order will be: the back of Ticket 001 will be shown on the front of the Pack and the front of Ticket 125 will be shown on the back of the Pack.
I. Non-Winning Scratch Ticket - A Scratch Ticket which is not programmed to be a winning Scratch Ticket or a Scratch Ticket that does not meet all of the requirements of these Game Procedures, the State Lottery Act (Texas Government Code, Chapter 466), and applicable rules adopted by the Texas Lottery pursuant to the State Lottery Act and referenced in 16 TAC, Chapter 140.
J. Scratch Ticket Game, Scratch Ticket or Ticket - Texas Lottery "BONUS CROSSWORD" Scratch Ticket Game No. 2758.
2.0 Determination of Prize Winners. The determination of prize winners is subject to the general Scratch Ticket validation requirements set forth in Texas Lottery Rule 140.302, Scratch Ticket Game Rules, these Game Procedures, and the requirements set out on the back of each Scratch Ticket. A prize winner in the "BONUS CROSSWORD" Scratch Ticket Game is determined once the latex on the Scratch Ticket is scratched off to expose the Play Symbols as indicated per the game instructions from the total of one hundred forty-three (143) Play Symbols. BONUS CROSSWORD PLAY INSTRUCTIONS: The player completely scratches all of the YOUR 20 LETTERS Play Symbols. The player then scratches all the letters found in the BONUS CROSSWORD puzzle that exactly match the YOUR 20 LETTERS Play Symbols. If the player has scratched at least 3 complete WORDS, the player wins the prize found in the PRIZE LEGEND. Only 1 prize paid per Ticket. Only letters within the BONUS CROSSWORD puzzle that are matched with the YOUR 20 LETTERS Play Symbols can be used to form a complete WORD. Every lettered square within an unbroken horizontal (left to right) or vertical (top to bottom) sequence must be matched with the YOUR 20 LETTERS Play Symbols to be considered a complete WORD. Words revealed in a diagonal sequence are not considered valid WORDS. Words within WORDS are not eligible for a prize. Words that are spelled from right to left or bottom to top are not eligible for a prize. A complete WORD must contain at least 3 letters. BONUS GAME PLAY INSTRUCTIONS: If the player reveals 2 matching Play Symbols in the BONUS GAME, the player wins $10. No portion of the Display Printing nor any extraneous matter whatsoever shall be usable or playable as a part of the Scratch Ticket.
2.1 Scratch Ticket Validation Requirements.
A. To be a valid Scratch Ticket, all of the following requirements must be met:
1. Exactly one hundred forty-three (143) Play Symbols must appear under the Latex Overprint on the front portion of the Scratch Ticket;
2. Each of the Play Symbols must have a Play Symbol Caption underneath, unless specified, and each Play Symbol must agree with its Play Symbol Caption. Crossword and Bingo style games do not typically have Play Symbol Captions;
3. Each of the Play Symbols must be present in its entirety and be fully legible;
4. Each of the Play Symbols must be printed in black ink except for dual image games;
5. The Scratch Ticket shall be intact;
6. The Serial Number and Game-Pack-Ticket Number must be present in their entirety and be fully legible;
7. The Serial Number must correspond, using the Texas Lottery's codes, to the Play Symbols on the Scratch Ticket;
8. The Scratch Ticket must not have a hole punched through it, be mutilated, altered, unreadable, reconstituted or tampered with in any manner;
9. The Scratch Ticket must not be counterfeit in whole or in part;
10. The Scratch Ticket must have been issued by the Texas Lottery in an authorized manner;
11. The Scratch Ticket must not have been stolen, nor appear on any list of omitted Scratch Tickets or non-activated Scratch Tickets on file at the Texas Lottery;
12. The Play Symbols, Serial Number and Game-Pack-Ticket Number must be right side up and not reversed in any manner;
13. The Scratch Ticket must be complete and not miscut, and have exactly one hundred forty-three (143) Play Symbols under the Latex Overprint on the front portion of the Scratch Ticket, exactly one Serial Number and exactly one Game-Pack-Ticket Number on the Scratch Ticket;
14. The Serial Number of an apparent winning Scratch Ticket shall correspond with the Texas Lottery's Serial Numbers for winning Scratch Tickets, and a Scratch Ticket with that Serial Number shall not have been paid previously;
15. The Scratch Ticket must not be blank or partially blank, misregistered, defective or printed or produced in error;
16. Each of the one hundred forty-three (143) Play Symbols must be exactly one of those described in Section 1.2.C of these Game Procedures;
17. Each of the one hundred forty-three (143) Play Symbols on the Scratch Ticket must be printed in the Symbol font and must correspond precisely to the artwork on file at the Texas Lottery; the Scratch Ticket Serial Numbers must be printed in the Serial font and must correspond precisely to the artwork on file at the Texas Lottery; and the Game-Pack-Ticket Number must be printed in the Game-Pack-Ticket Number font and must correspond precisely to the artwork on file at the Texas Lottery;
18. The Display Printing on the Scratch Ticket must be regular in every respect and correspond precisely to the artwork on file at the Texas Lottery; and
19. The Scratch Ticket must have been received by the Texas Lottery by applicable deadlines.
B. The Scratch Ticket must pass all additional validation tests provided for in these Game Procedures, the Texas Lottery's Rules governing the award of prizes of the amount to be validated, and any confidential validation and security tests of the Texas Lottery.
C. Any Scratch Ticket not passing all of the validation requirements is void and ineligible for any prize and shall not be paid. However, the Executive Director of the Texas Lottery ("Executive Director") may, solely at the Executive Director's discretion, refund the retail sales price of the Scratch Ticket. In the event a defective Scratch Ticket is purchased, the only responsibility or liability of the Texas Lottery shall be to replace the defective Scratch Ticket with another unplayed Scratch Ticket in that Scratch Ticket Game (or a Scratch Ticket of equivalent sales price from any other current Texas Lottery Scratch Ticket Game) or refund the retail sales price of the Scratch Ticket, solely at the Executive Director's discretion.
2.2 Programmed Game Parameters.
A. GENERAL: Consecutive Non-Winning Tickets within a Pack will not have matching patterns, in the same order, of Play Symbols.
B. GENERAL: A Ticket can win as indicated by the prize structure.
C. GENERAL: A Ticket can win one (1) time in the BONUS CROSSWORD puzzle grid and one (1) time in the BONUS GAME play area.
D. GENERAL: There will be no correlation between any exposed data on a Ticket and its status as a winning or Non-Winning Ticket.
E. GENERAL: Each Ticket consists of a BONUS CROSSWORD puzzle grid, a YOUR 20 LETTERS play area and a BONUS GAME play area.
F. GENERAL: Each Ticket in a Pack will be different (i.e., the BONUS CROSSWORD puzzle grid will have different words and configurations of words).
G. BONUS GAME: A winning BONUS GAME play area will contain two (2) matching Play Symbols and will win as per the prize structure.
H. BONUS GAME: A non-winning BONUS GAME play area will have two (2) different Play Symbols.
I. BONUS CROSSWORD: The BONUS CROSSWORD puzzle grid will be formatted with at least one thousand (1,000) configurations (i.e., puzzle layouts not including words).
J. BONUS CROSSWORD: All BONUS CROSSWORD puzzle grid configurations will be formatted within a grid that contains eleven (11) spaces (height) by eleven (11) spaces (width).
K. BONUS CROSSWORD: There will be a random distribution of all Play Symbols on the Ticket, unless restricted by other parameters, play action or prize structure.
L. BONUS CROSSWORD: There will be no matching words on a Ticket.
M. BONUS CROSSWORD: There will be no matching Play Symbols in the YOUR 20 LETTERS play area.
N. BONUS CROSSWORD: Each BONUS CROSSWORD puzzle grid will contain the following:
a) Four (4) 3-letter words
b) Five (5) 4-letter words
c) Three (3) 5-letter words
d) Three (3) 6-letter words
e) One (1) 7-letter word
f) Two (2) 8-letter words
g) One (1) 9-letter word
O. BONUS CROSSWORD: There will be a minimum of three (3) vowels in the YOUR 20 LETTERS play area. Vowels are A, E, I, O and U.
P. BONUS CROSSWORD: All words will contain a minimum of three (3) letters.
Q. BONUS CROSSWORD: Words will contain a maximum of nine (9) letters.
R. BONUS CROSSWORD: All words used will be from TX_Approved_Words_Vers.2.042321.doc.
S. BONUS CROSSWORD: Words from TX_Prohibited_Words_Vers.2.042321.docx will not appear horizontally in the YOUR 20 LETTERS play area when read left to right or right to left.
T. BONUS CROSSWORD: A player will never find a word horizontally (in either direction), vertically (in either direction) or diagonally (in either direction) in the YOUR 20 LETTERS play area that matches a word in the BONUS CROSSWORD puzzle grid.
U. BONUS CROSSWORD: Each BONUS CROSSWORD puzzle grid will have a maximum number of different grid formations with respect to other constraints. That is, for identically formatted grids (i.e., the same puzzle grid), all "approved words" will appear in every logical (i.e., 3 letter word = 3 letter space) position, with regards to limitations caused by the actual letters contained in each word (i.e., this will not place the word "ZOO" in a position that causes an intersection word to require the second letter to be "Z" when in fact, there are no approved words with a "Z" in the second letter position).
V. BONUS CROSSWORD: No consonant will appear more than nine (9) times in the BONUS CROSSWORD puzzle grid.
W. BONUS CROSSWORD: There will be no more than twelve (12) complete words in the BONUS CROSSWORD puzzle grid.
X. BONUS CROSSWORD: On Non-Winning Tickets, there will be two (2) completed words in the BONUS CROSSWORD puzzle grid.
Y. BONUS CROSSWORD: At least fifteen (15) of the YOUR 20 LETTERS Play Symbols will open at least one (1) letter in the BONUS CROSSWORD puzzle grid.
Z. BONUS CROSSWORD: The presence or absence of any letter in the YOUR 20 LETTERS play area will not be indicative of winning or Non-Winning Ticket.
2.3 Procedure for Claiming Prizes.
A. To claim a "BONUS CROSSWORD" Scratch Ticket Game prize of $3.00, $5.00, $10.00, $15.00, $20.00, $50.00, $100 or $500, a claimant shall sign the back of the Scratch Ticket in the space designated on the Scratch Ticket and may present the winning Scratch Ticket to any Texas Lottery Retailer. The Texas Lottery Retailer shall verify the claim and, if valid, and upon presentation of proper identification, if appropriate, make payment of the amount due the claimant and physically void the Scratch Ticket; provided that the Texas Lottery Retailer may, but is not required, to pay a $50.00, $100 or $500 Scratch Ticket Game. In the event the Texas Lottery Retailer cannot verify the claim, the Texas Lottery Retailer shall provide the claimant with a claim form and instruct the claimant on how to file a claim with the Texas Lottery. If the claim is validated by the Texas Lottery, a check shall be forwarded to the claimant in the amount due. In the event the claim is not validated, the claim shall be denied, and the claimant shall be notified promptly. A claimant may also claim any of the above prizes under the procedure described in Section 2.3.B and Section 2.3.C of these Game Procedures.
B. To claim a "BONUS CROSSWORD" Scratch Ticket Game prize of $5,000 or $50,000, the claimant must sign the winning Scratch Ticket and may present it at one of the Texas Lottery's Claim Centers. If the claim is validated by the Texas Lottery, payment will be made to the bearer of the validated winning Scratch Ticket for that prize upon presentation of proper identification. When paying a prize of $600 or more, the Texas Lottery shall file the appropriate income reporting form with the Internal Revenue Service (IRS) and shall withhold federal income tax at a rate set by the IRS if required. In the event that the claim is not validated by the Texas Lottery, the claim shall be denied, and the claimant shall be notified promptly.
C. As an alternative method of claiming a "BONUS CROSSWORD" Scratch Ticket Game prize, the claimant may submit the signed winning Scratch Ticket and a thoroughly completed claim form via mail. If a prize value is $1,000,000 or more, the claimant must also provide proof of Social Security number or Tax Payer Identification (for U.S. Citizens or Resident Aliens). Mail all to: Texas Lottery, P.O. Box 16600, Austin, Texas 78761-6600. The Texas Lottery is not responsible for Scratch Tickets lost in the mail. In the event that the claim is not validated by the Texas Lottery, the claim shall be denied, and the claimant shall be notified promptly.
D. Prior to payment by the Texas Lottery of any prize, the Texas Lottery shall deduct the amount of a delinquent tax or other money from the winnings of a prize winner who has been finally determined to be:
1. delinquent in the payment of a tax or other money to a state agency and that delinquency is reported to the Comptroller under Government Code §403.055;
2. in default on a loan made under Chapter 52, Education Code;
3. in default on a loan guaranteed under Chapter 57, Education Code; or
4. delinquent in child support payments in the amount determined by a court or a Title IV-D agency under Chapter 231, Family Code.
E. If a person is indebted or owes delinquent taxes to the State, other than those specified in the preceding paragraph, the winnings of a person shall be withheld until the debt or taxes are paid.
2.4 Allowance for Delay of Payment. The Texas Lottery may delay payment of the prize pending a final determination by the Executive Director, under any of the following circumstances:
A. if a dispute occurs, or it appears likely that a dispute may occur, regarding the prize;
B. if there is any question regarding the identity of the claimant;
C. if there is any question regarding the validity of the Scratch Ticket presented for payment; or
D. if the claim is subject to any deduction from the payment otherwise due, as described in Section 2.3.D of these Game Procedures. No liability for interest for any delay shall accrue to the benefit of the claimant pending payment of the claim.
2.5 Payment of Prizes to Persons Under 18. If a person under the age of 18 years is entitled to a cash prize under $600 from the "BONUS CROSSWORD" Scratch Ticket Game, the Texas Lottery shall deliver to an adult member of the minor's family or the minor's guardian a check or warrant in the amount of the prize payable to the order of the minor.
2.6 If a person under the age of 18 years is entitled to a cash prize of $600 or more from the "BONUS CROSSWORD" Scratch Ticket Game, the Texas Lottery shall deposit the amount of the prize in a custodial bank account, with an adult member of the minor's family or the minor's guardian serving as custodian for the minor.
2.7 Scratch Ticket Claim Period. All Scratch Ticket prizes must be claimed within 180 days following the end of the Scratch Ticket Game or within the applicable time period for certain eligible military personnel as set forth in Texas Government Code §466.408. Any rights to a prize that is not claimed within that period, and in the manner specified in these Game Procedures and on the back of each Scratch Ticket, shall be forfeited.
2.8 Disclaimer. The number of prizes in a game is approximate based on the number of Scratch Tickets ordered. The number of actual prizes available in a game may vary based on number of Scratch Tickets manufactured, testing, distribution, sales and number of prizes claimed. A Scratch Ticket Game may continue to be sold even when all the top prizes have been claimed.
3.0 Scratch Ticket Ownership.
A. Until such time as a signature is placed upon the back portion of a Scratch Ticket in the space designated, a Scratch Ticket shall be owned by the physical possessor of said Scratch Ticket. When a signature is placed on the back of the Scratch Ticket in the space designated, the player whose signature appears in that area shall be the owner of the Scratch Ticket and shall be entitled to any prize attributable thereto. Notwithstanding any name or names submitted on a claim form, the Executive Director shall make payment to the player whose signature appears on the back of the Scratch Ticket in the space designated. If more than one name appears on the back of the Scratch Ticket, the Executive Director will require that one of those players whose name appears thereon be designated by such players to receive payment.
B. The Texas Lottery shall not be responsible for lost or stolen Scratch Tickets and shall not be required to pay on a lost or stolen Scratch Ticket.
4.0 Number and Value of Scratch Prizes. There will be approximately 18,000,000 Scratch Tickets in Scratch Ticket Game No. 2758. The approximate number and value of prizes in the game are as follows:
Figure 2: GAME NO. 2758 - 4.0 (.pdf)
A. The actual number of Scratch Tickets in the game may be increased or decreased at the sole discretion of the Texas Lottery.
5.0 End of the Scratch Ticket Game. The Executive Director may, at any time, announce a closing date (end date) for the Scratch Ticket Game No. 2758 without advance notice, at which point no further Scratch Tickets in that game may be sold. The determination of the closing date and reasons for closing will be made in accordance with the Scratch Ticket closing procedures and the Scratch Ticket Game Rules. See 16 TAC §140.302(j).
6.0 Governing Law. In purchasing a Scratch Ticket, the player agrees to comply with, and abide by, these Game Procedures for Scratch Ticket Game No. 2758, the State Lottery Act (Texas Government Code, Chapter 466), applicable rules adopted by the Texas Lottery pursuant to the State Lottery Act and referenced in 16 TAC, Chapter 140, and all final decisions of the Executive Director.
TRD-202603307
Deanne Rienstra
General Counsel
Texas Department of Licensing and Regulation
Filed: August 5, 2026
Scratch Ticket Game Number 2782 "$1,000,000 DIAMOND DELUXE"
1.0 Name and Style of Scratch Ticket Game.
A. The name of Scratch Ticket Game No. 2782 is "$1,000,000 DIAMOND DELUXE". The play style is "key number match".
1.1 Price of Scratch Ticket Game.
A. The price for Scratch Ticket Game No. 2782 shall be $20.00 per Scratch Ticket.
1.2 Definitions in Scratch Ticket Game No. 2782.
A. Display Printing - That area of the Scratch Ticket outside of the area where the overprint and Play Symbols appear.
B. Latex Overprint - The removable scratch-off covering over the Play Symbols on the front of the Scratch Ticket.
C. Play Symbol - The printed data under the latex on the front of the Scratch Ticket that is used to determine eligibility for a prize. Each Play Symbol is printed in Symbol font in black ink in positive except for dual-image games. The possible black Play Symbols are: 01, 02, 03, 04, 06, 07, 08, 09, 11, 12, 13, 14, 15, 16, 17, 18, 19, 21, 22, 23, 24, 25, 26, 27, 28, 29, 30, 31, 32, 33, 34, 35, 36, 37, 38, 39, 40, 41, 42, 43, 44, 45, 46, 47, 48, 49, 50, 51, 52, 53, 54, 55, 56, 57, 58, 59, 60, 5X SYMBOL, 10X SYMBOL, 20X SYMBOL, $20.00, $40.00, $100, $200, $500, $1,000, $10,000 and $1,000,000.
D. Play Symbol Caption - The printed material appearing below each Play Symbol which explains the Play Symbol. One caption appears under each Play Symbol and is printed in caption font in black ink in positive. The Play Symbol Caption which corresponds with and verifies each Play Symbol is as follows:
Figure 1: GAME NO. 2782 - 1.2D (.pdf)
E. Serial Number - A unique thirteen (13) digit number appearing under the latex scratch-off covering on the front of the Scratch Ticket. The Serial Number is for validation purposes and cannot be used to play the game. The format will be: 0000000000000.
F. Bar Code - A twenty-four (24) character interleaved two (2) of five (5) Bar Code which will include a four (4) digit game ID, the seven (7) digit Pack number, the three (3) digit Ticket number and the ten (10) digit Validation Number. The Bar Code appears on the back of the Scratch Ticket.
G. Game-Pack-Ticket Number - A fourteen (14) digit number consisting of the four (4) digit game number (2782), a seven (7) digit Pack number, and a three (3) digit Ticket number. Ticket numbers start with 001 and end with 025 within each Pack. The format will be: 2782-0000001-001.
H. Pack - A Pack of the "$1,000,000 DIAMOND DELUXE" Scratch Ticket Game contains 025 Tickets, packed in plastic shrink-wrapping and fanfolded in pages of one (1). The Packs will alternate. One will show the front of Ticket 001 and back of 025 while the other fold will show the back of Ticket 001 and front of 025.
I. Non-Winning Scratch Ticket - A Scratch Ticket which is not programmed to be a winning Scratch Ticket or a Scratch Ticket that does not meet all of the requirements of these Game Procedures, the State Lottery Act (Texas Government Code, Chapter 466), and applicable rules adopted by the Texas Lottery pursuant to the State Lottery Act and referenced in 16 TAC, Chapter 140.
J. Scratch Ticket Game, Scratch Ticket or Ticket - Texas Lottery "$1,000,000 DIAMOND DELUXE" Scratch Ticket Game No. 2782.
2.0 Determination of Prize Winners. The determination of prize winners is subject to the general Scratch Ticket validation requirements set forth in Texas Lottery Rule 140.302, Scratch Ticket Game Rules, these Game Procedures, and the requirements set out on the back of each Scratch Ticket. A prize winner in the "$1,000,000 DIAMOND DELUXE" Scratch Ticket Game is determined once the latex on the Scratch Ticket is scratched off to expose seventy (70) Play Symbols. PLAY INSTRUCTIONS: If a player matches any of the YOUR NUMBERS Play Symbols to any of the WINNING NUMBERS Play Symbols, the player wins the prize for that number. If the player reveals a "5X" Play Symbol, the player wins 5 TIMES the prize for that symbol. If the player reveals a "10X" Play Symbol, the player wins 10 TIMES the prize for that symbol. If the player reveals a "20X" Play Symbol, the player wins 20 TIMES the prize for that symbol. No portion of the Display Printing nor any extraneous matter whatsoever shall be usable or playable as a part of the Scratch Ticket.
2.1 Scratch Ticket Validation Requirements.
A. To be a valid Scratch Ticket, all of the following requirements must be met:
1. Exactly seventy (70) Play Symbols must appear under the Latex Overprint on the front portion of the Scratch Ticket;
2. Each of the Play Symbols must have a Play Symbol Caption underneath, unless specified, and each Play Symbol must agree with its Play Symbol Caption;
3. Each of the Play Symbols must be present in its entirety and be fully legible;
4. Each of the Play Symbols must be printed in black ink except for dual image games;
5. The Scratch Ticket shall be intact;
6. The Serial Number and Game-Pack-Ticket Number must be present in their entirety and be fully legible;
7. The Serial Number must correspond, using the Texas Lottery's codes, to the Play Symbols on the Scratch Ticket;
8. The Scratch Ticket must not have a hole punched through it, be mutilated, altered, unreadable, reconstituted or tampered with in any manner;
9. The Scratch Ticket must not be counterfeit in whole or in part;
10. The Scratch Ticket must have been issued by the Texas Lottery in an authorized manner;
11. The Scratch Ticket must not have been stolen, nor appear on any list of omitted Scratch Tickets or non-activated Scratch Tickets on file at the Texas Lottery;
12. The Play Symbols, Serial Number and Game-Pack-Ticket Number must be right side up and not reversed in any manner;
13. The Scratch Ticket must be complete and not miscut, and have exactly seventy (70) Play Symbols under the Latex Overprint on the front portion of the Scratch Ticket, exactly one Serial Number and exactly one Game-Pack-Ticket Number on the Scratch Ticket;
14. The Serial Number of an apparent winning Scratch Ticket shall correspond with the Texas Lottery's Serial Numbers for winning Scratch Tickets, and a Scratch Ticket with that Serial Number shall not have been paid previously;
15. The Scratch Ticket must not be blank or partially blank, misregistered, defective or printed or produced in error;
16. Each of the seventy (70) Play Symbols must be exactly one of those described in Section 1.2.C of these Game Procedures;
17. Each of the seventy (70) Play Symbols on the Scratch Ticket must be printed in the Symbol font and must correspond precisely to the artwork on file at the Texas Lottery; the Scratch Ticket Serial Numbers must be printed in the Serial font and must correspond precisely to the artwork on file at the Texas Lottery; and the Game-Pack-Ticket Number must be printed in the Game-Pack-Ticket Number font and must correspond precisely to the artwork on file at the Texas Lottery;
18. The Display Printing on the Scratch Ticket must be regular in every respect and correspond precisely to the artwork on file at the Texas Lottery; and
19. The Scratch Ticket must have been received by the Texas Lottery by applicable deadlines.
B. The Scratch Ticket must pass all additional validation tests provided for in these Game Procedures, the Texas Lottery's Rules governing the award of prizes of the amount to be validated, and any confidential validation and security tests of the Texas Lottery.
C. Any Scratch Ticket not passing all of the validation requirements is void and ineligible for any prize and shall not be paid. However, the Executive Director of the Texas Lottery ("Executive Director") may, solely at the Executive Director's discretion, refund the retail sales price of the Scratch Ticket. In the event a defective Scratch Ticket is purchased, the only responsibility or liability of the Texas Lottery shall be to replace the defective Scratch Ticket with another unplayed Scratch Ticket in that Scratch Ticket Game (or a Scratch Ticket of equivalent sales price from any other current Texas Lottery Scratch Ticket Game) or refund the retail sales price of the Scratch Ticket, solely at the Executive Director's discretion.
2.2 Programmed Game Parameters.
A. GENERAL: The top Prize Symbol will appear on every Ticket, unless restricted by other parameters, play action or prize structure.
B. GENERAL: Consecutive Non-Winning Tickets within a Pack will not have matching patterns, in the same order, of either Play Symbols or Prize Symbols.
C. KEY NUMBER MATCH: No prize amount in a non-winning spot will correspond with the YOUR NUMBERS Play Symbol (i.e., $40 and 40).
D. KEY NUMBER MATCH: There will be no matching non-winning YOUR NUMBERS Play Symbols on a Ticket.
E. KEY NUMBER MATCH: There will be no matching WINNING NUMBERS Play Symbols on a Ticket.
F. KEY NUMBER MATCH: A non-winning Prize Symbol will never match a winning Prize Symbol.
G. KEY NUMBER MATCH: A Ticket may have up to six (6) matching non-winning Prize Symbols, unless restricted by other parameters, play action or prize structure.
H. KEY NUMBER MATCH: The "5X" (WINX5) Play Symbol will only appear on winning Tickets, as dictated by the prize structure.
I. KEY NUMBER MATCH: The "10X" (WINX10) Play Symbol will only appear on winning Tickets, as dictated by the prize structure.
J. KEY NUMBER MATCH: The "20X" (WINX20) Play Symbol will only appear on winning Tickets, as dictated by the prize structure.
2.3 Procedure for Claiming Prizes.
A. To claim a "$1,000,000 DIAMOND DELUXE" Scratch Ticket Game prize of $20.00, $40.00, $100, $200 or $500, a claimant shall sign the back of the Scratch Ticket in the space designated on the Scratch Ticket and may present the winning Scratch Ticket to any Texas Lottery Retailer. The Texas Lottery Retailer shall verify the claim and, if valid, and upon presentation of proper identification, if appropriate, make payment of the amount due the claimant and physically void the Scratch Ticket; provided that the Texas Lottery Retailer may, but is not required, to pay a $40.00, $100, $200 or $500 Scratch Ticket Game. In the event the Texas Lottery Retailer cannot verify the claim, the Texas Lottery Retailer shall provide the claimant with a claim form and instruct the claimant on how to file a claim with the Texas Lottery. If the claim is validated by the Texas Lottery, a check shall be forwarded to the claimant in the amount due. In the event the claim is not validated, the claim shall be denied, and the claimant shall be notified promptly. A claimant may also claim any of the above prizes under the procedure described in Section 2.3.B and Section 2.3.C of these Game Procedures.
B. To claim a "$1,000,000 DIAMOND DELUXE" Scratch Ticket Game prize of $1,000, $10,000 or $1,000,000, the claimant must sign the winning Scratch Ticket and may present it at one of the Texas Lottery's Claim Centers. If the claim is validated by the Texas Lottery, payment will be made to the bearer of the validated winning Scratch Ticket for that prize upon presentation of proper identification. When paying a prize of $600 or more, the Texas Lottery shall file the appropriate income reporting form with the Internal Revenue Service (IRS) and shall withhold federal income tax at a rate set by the IRS if required. In the event that the claim is not validated by the Texas Lottery, the claim shall be denied, and the claimant shall be notified promptly.
C. As an alternative method of claiming a "$1,000,000 DIAMOND DELUXE" Scratch Ticket Game prize, the claimant may submit the signed winning Scratch Ticket and a thoroughly completed claim form via mail. If a prize value is $1,000,000 or more, the claimant must also provide proof of Social Security number or Taxpayer Identification (for U.S. Citizens or Resident Aliens). Mail all to: Texas Lottery, P.O. Box 16600, Austin, Texas 78761-6600. The Texas Lottery is not responsible for Scratch Tickets lost in the mail. In the event that the claim is not validated by the Texas Lottery, the claim shall be denied, and the claimant shall be notified promptly.
D. Prior to payment by the Texas Lottery of any prize, the Texas Lottery shall deduct the amount of a delinquent tax or other money from the winnings of a prize winner who has been finally determined to be:
1. delinquent in the payment of a tax or other money to a state agency and that delinquency is reported to the Comptroller under Government Code §403.055;
2. in default on a loan made under Chapter 52, Education Code;
3. in default on a loan guaranteed under Chapter 57, Education Code; or
4. delinquent in child support payments in the amount determined by a court or a Title IV-D agency under Chapter 231, Family Code.
E. If a person is indebted or owes delinquent taxes to the State, other than those specified in the preceding paragraph, the winnings of a person shall be withheld until the debt or taxes are paid.
2.4 Allowance for Delay of Payment. The Texas Lottery may delay payment of the prize pending a final determination by the Executive Director, under any of the following circumstances:
A. if a dispute occurs, or it appears likely that a dispute may occur, regarding the prize;
B. if there is any question regarding the identity of the claimant;
C. if there is any question regarding the validity of the Scratch Ticket presented for payment; or
D. if the claim is subject to any deduction from the payment otherwise due, as described in Section 2.3.D of these Game Procedures. No liability for interest for any delay shall accrue to the benefit of the claimant pending payment of the claim.
2.5 Payment of Prizes to Persons Under 18. If a person under the age of 18 years is entitled to a cash prize under $600 from the "$1,000,000 DIAMOND DELUXE" Scratch Ticket Game, the Texas Lottery shall deliver to an adult member of the minor's family or the minor's guardian a check or warrant in the amount of the prize payable to the order of the minor.
2.6 If a person under the age of 18 years is entitled to a cash prize of $600 or more from the "$1,000,000 DIAMOND DELUXE" Scratch Ticket Game, the Texas Lottery shall deposit the amount of the prize in a custodial bank account, with an adult member of the minor's family or the minor's guardian serving as custodian for the minor.
2.7 Scratch Ticket Claim Period. All Scratch Ticket prizes must be claimed within 180 days following the end of the Scratch Ticket Game or within the applicable time period for certain eligible military personnel as set forth in Texas Government Code §466.408. Any rights to a prize that is not claimed within that period, and in the manner specified in these Game Procedures and on the back of each Scratch Ticket, shall be forfeited.
2.8 Disclaimer. The number of prizes in a game is approximate based on the number of Scratch Tickets ordered. The number of actual prizes available in a game may vary based on number of Scratch Tickets manufactured, testing, distribution, sales and number of prizes claimed. A Scratch Ticket Game may continue to be sold even when all the top prizes have been claimed.
3.0 Scratch Ticket Ownership.
A. Until such time as a signature is placed upon the back portion of a Scratch Ticket in the space designated, a Scratch Ticket shall be owned by the physical possessor of said Scratch Ticket. When a signature is placed on the back of the Scratch Ticket in the space designated, the player whose signature appears in that area shall be the owner of the Scratch Ticket and shall be entitled to any prize attributable thereto. Notwithstanding any name or names submitted on a claim form, the Executive Director shall make payment to the player whose signature appears on the back of the Scratch Ticket in the space designated. If more than one name appears on the back of the Scratch Ticket, the Executive Director will require that one of those players whose name appears thereon be designated by such players to receive payment.
B. The Texas Lottery shall not be responsible for lost or stolen Scratch Tickets and shall not be required to pay on a lost or stolen Scratch Ticket.
4.0 Number and Value of Scratch Prizes. There will be approximately 6,000,000 Scratch Tickets in Scratch Ticket Game No. 2782. The approximate number and value of prizes in the game are as follows:
Figure 2: GAME NO. 2782 - 4.0 (.pdf)
A. The actual number of Scratch Tickets in the game may be increased or decreased at the sole discretion of the Texas Lottery.
5.0 End of the Scratch Ticket Game. The Executive Director may, at any time, announce a closing date (end date) for the Scratch Ticket Game No. 2782 without advance notice, at which point no further Scratch Tickets in that game may be sold. The determination of the closing date and reasons for closing will be made in accordance with the Scratch Ticket closing procedures and the Scratch Ticket Game Rules. See 16 TAC §140.302(j).
6.0 Governing Law. In purchasing a Scratch Ticket, the player agrees to comply with, and abide by, these Game Procedures for Scratch Ticket Game No. 2782, the State Lottery Act (Texas Government Code, Chapter 466), applicable rules adopted by the Texas Lottery pursuant to the State Lottery Act and referenced in 16 TAC, Chapter 140, and all final decisions of the Executive Director.
TRD-202603252
Deanne Rienstra
General Counsel
Texas Department of Licensing and Regulation
Filed: August 3, 2026
Scratch Ticket Game Number 2784 "LUCKY SCRATCH"
1.0 Name and Style of Scratch Ticket Game.
A. The name of Scratch Ticket Game No. 2784 is "LUCKY SCRATCH". The play style is "key number match".
1.1 Price of Scratch Ticket Game.
A. The price for Scratch Ticket Game No. 2784 shall be $5.00 per Scratch Ticket.
1.2 Definitions in Scratch Ticket Game No. 2784.
A. Display Printing - That area of the Scratch Ticket outside of the area where the overprint and Play Symbols appear.
B. Latex Overprint - The removable scratch-off covering over the Play Symbols on the front of the Scratch Ticket.
C. Play Symbol - The printed data under the latex on the front of the Scratch Ticket that is used to determine eligibility for a prize. Each Play Symbol is printed in Symbol font in black ink in positive except for dual-image games. The possible black Play Symbols are: 01, 02, 03, 04, 05, 06, 07, 08, 09, 10, 11, 12, 13, 14, 15, 16, 17, 18, 19, 20, 21, 22, 23, 24, 25, 26, 27, 28, 29, 30, 31, 32, 33, 34, 35, 36, 37, 38, 39, 40, 41, 42, 43, 44, 45, 46, 47, 48, 49, $5.00, $10.00, $20.00, $50.00, $100, $500, $1,000 and $100,000.
D. Play Symbol Caption - The printed material appearing below each Play Symbol which explains the Play Symbol. One caption appears under each Play Symbol and is printed in caption font in black ink in positive. The Play Symbol Caption which corresponds with and verifies each Play Symbol is as follows:
Figure 1: GAME NO. 2784 - 1.2D (.pdf)
E. Serial Number - A unique thirteen (13) digit number appearing under the latex scratch-off covering on the front of the Scratch Ticket. The Serial Number is for validation purposes and cannot be used to play the game. The format will be: 0000000000000.
F. Bar Code - A twenty-four (24) character interleaved two (2) of five (5) Bar Code which will include a four (4) digit game ID, the seven (7) digit Pack number, the three (3) digit Ticket number and the ten (10) digit Validation Number. The Bar Code appears on the back of the Scratch Ticket.
G. Game-Pack-Ticket Number - A fourteen (14) digit number consisting of the four (4) digit game number (2784), a seven (7) digit Pack number, and a three (3) digit Ticket number. Ticket numbers start with 001 and end with 075 within each Pack. The format will be: 2784-0000001-001.
H. Pack - A Pack of the "LUCKY SCRATCH" Scratch Ticket Game contains 075 Tickets, packed in plastic shrink-wrapping and fanfolded in pages of one (1). The Packs will alternate. One will show the front of Ticket 001 and back of 075 while the other fold will show the back of Ticket 001 and front of 075.
I. Non-Winning Scratch Ticket - A Scratch Ticket which is not programmed to be a winning Scratch Ticket or a Scratch Ticket that does not meet all of the requirements of these Game Procedures, the State Lottery Act (Texas Government Code, Chapter 466), and applicable rules adopted by the Texas Lottery pursuant to the State Lottery Act and referenced in 16 TAC, Chapter 140.
J. Scratch Ticket Game, Scratch Ticket or Ticket - Texas Lottery "LUCKY SCRATCH" Scratch Ticket Game No. 2784.
2.0 Determination of Prize Winners. The determination of prize winners is subject to the general Scratch Ticket validation requirements set forth in Texas Lottery Rule 140.302, Scratch Ticket Game Rules, these Game Procedures, and the requirements set out on the back of each Scratch Ticket. A prize winner in the "LUCKY SCRATCH" Scratch Ticket Game is determined once the latex on the Scratch Ticket is scratched off to expose fifty-one (51) Play Symbols. BONUS PLAY INSTRUCTIONS: If a player reveals 2 matching prize amounts in the same BONUS, the player wins that amount. LUCKY SCRATCH PLAY INSTRUCTIONS: If a player matches any of the YOUR NUMBERS Play Symbols to any of the WINNING NUMBERS Play Symbols, the player wins the prize for that number. No portion of the Display Printing nor any extraneous matter whatsoever shall be usable or playable as a part of the Scratch Ticket.
2.1 Scratch Ticket Validation Requirements.
A. To be a valid Scratch Ticket, all of the following requirements must be met:
1. Exactly fifty-one (51) Play Symbols must appear under the Latex Overprint on the front portion of the Scratch Ticket;
2. Each of the Play Symbols must have a Play Symbol Caption underneath, unless specified, and each Play Symbol must agree with its Play Symbol Caption;
3. Each of the Play Symbols must be present in its entirety and be fully legible;
4. Each of the Play Symbols must be printed in black ink except for dual image games;
5. The Scratch Ticket shall be intact;
6. The Serial Number and Game-Pack-Ticket Number must be present in their entirety and be fully legible;
7. The Serial Number must correspond, using the Texas Lottery's codes, to the Play Symbols on the Scratch Ticket;
8. The Scratch Ticket must not have a hole punched through it, be mutilated, altered, unreadable, reconstituted or tampered with in any manner;
9. The Scratch Ticket must not be counterfeit in whole or in part;
10. The Scratch Ticket must have been issued by the Texas Lottery in an authorized manner;
11. The Scratch Ticket must not have been stolen, nor appear on any list of omitted Scratch Tickets or non-activated Scratch Tickets on file at the Texas Lottery;
12. The Play Symbols, Serial Number and Game-Pack-Ticket Number must be right side up and not reversed in any manner;
13. The Scratch Ticket must be complete and not miscut, and have exactly fifty-one (51) Play Symbols under the Latex Overprint on the front portion of the Scratch Ticket, exactly one Serial Number and exactly one Game-Pack-Ticket Number on the Scratch Ticket;
14. The Serial Number of an apparent winning Scratch Ticket shall correspond with the Texas Lottery's Serial Numbers for winning Scratch Tickets, and a Scratch Ticket with that Serial Number shall not have been paid previously;
15. The Scratch Ticket must not be blank or partially blank, misregistered, defective or printed or produced in error;
16. Each of the fifty-one (51) Play Symbols must be exactly one of those described in Section 1.2.C of these Game Procedures;
17. Each of the fifty-one (51) Play Symbols on the Scratch Ticket must be printed in the Symbol font and must correspond precisely to the artwork on file at the Texas Lottery; the Scratch Ticket Serial Numbers must be printed in the Serial font and must correspond precisely to the artwork on file at the Texas Lottery; and the Game-Pack-Ticket Number must be printed in the Game-Pack-Ticket Number font and must correspond precisely to the artwork on file at the Texas Lottery;
18. The Display Printing on the Scratch Ticket must be regular in every respect and correspond precisely to the artwork on file at the Texas Lottery; and
19. The Scratch Ticket must have been received by the Texas Lottery by applicable deadlines.
B. The Scratch Ticket must pass all additional validation tests provided for in these Game Procedures, the Texas Lottery's Rules governing the award of prizes of the amount to be validated, and any confidential validation and security tests of the Texas Lottery.
C. Any Scratch Ticket not passing all of the validation requirements is void and ineligible for any prize and shall not be paid. However, the Executive Director of the Texas Lottery ("Executive Director") may, solely at the Executive Director's discretion, refund the retail sales price of the Scratch Ticket. In the event a defective Scratch Ticket is purchased, the only responsibility or liability of the Texas Lottery shall be to replace the defective Scratch Ticket with another unplayed Scratch Ticket in that Scratch Ticket Game (or a Scratch Ticket of equivalent sales price from any other current Texas Lottery Scratch Ticket Game) or refund the retail sales price of the Scratch Ticket, solely at the Executive Director's discretion.
2.2 Programmed Game Parameters.
A. GENERAL: A Ticket can win up to twenty-three (23) times in accordance with the prize structure.
B. GENERAL: Consecutive Non-Winning Tickets within a Pack will not have matching patterns, in the same order, of either Play Symbols or Prize Symbols.
C. GENERAL: The top Prize Symbol will appear on every Ticket, unless restricted by other parameters, play action or prize structure.
D. KEY NUMBER MATCH: Each Ticket will have five (5) different WINNING NUMBERS Play Symbols.
E. KEY NUMBER MATCH: Non-winning YOUR NUMBERS Play Symbols will all be different.
F. KEY NUMBER MATCH: Non-winning Prize Symbols will never appear more than three (3) times.
G. KEY NUMBER MATCH: Non-winning Prize Symbol(s) will never be the same as the winning Prize Symbol(s).
H. KEY NUMBER MATCH: No prize amount in a non-winning spot will correspond with the YOUR NUMBERS Play Symbol (i.e., 20 and $20).
I. BONUS: Matching Prize Symbols will only appear in a winning BONUS play area as dictated by the prize structure.
J. BONUS: Non-winning Prize Symbol(s) will never be the same as the winning Prize Symbol(s).
K. BONUS: A Ticket will not have matching non-winning Prize Symbols across the three (3) BONUS play areas.
2.3 Procedure for Claiming Prizes.
A. To claim a "LUCKY SCRATCH" Scratch Ticket Game prize of $5.00, $10.00, $20.00, $50.00, $100 or $500, a claimant shall sign the back of the Scratch Ticket in the space designated on the Scratch Ticket and may present the winning Scratch Ticket to any Texas Lottery Retailer. The Texas Lottery Retailer shall verify the claim and, if valid, and upon presentation of proper identification, if appropriate, make payment of the amount due the claimant and physically void the Scratch Ticket; provided that the Texas Lottery Retailer may, but is not required, to pay a $50.00, $100 or $500 Scratch Ticket Game. In the event the Texas Lottery Retailer cannot verify the claim, the Texas Lottery Retailer shall provide the claimant with a claim form and instruct the claimant on how to file a claim with the Texas Lottery. If the claim is validated by the Texas Lottery, a check shall be forwarded to the claimant in the amount due. In the event the claim is not validated, the claim shall be denied, and the claimant shall be notified promptly. A claimant may also claim any of the above prizes under the procedure described in Section 2.3.B and Section 2.3.C of these Game Procedures.
B. To claim a "LUCKY SCRATCH" Scratch Ticket Game prize of $1,000 or $100,000, the claimant must sign the winning Scratch Ticket and may present it at one of the Texas Lottery's Claim Centers. If the claim is validated by the Texas Lottery, payment will be made to the bearer of the validated winning Scratch Ticket for that prize upon presentation of proper identification. When paying a prize of $600 or more, the Texas Lottery shall file the appropriate income reporting form with the Internal Revenue Service (IRS) and shall withhold federal income tax at a rate set by the IRS if required. In the event that the claim is not validated by the Texas Lottery, the claim shall be denied, and the claimant shall be notified promptly.
C. As an alternative method of claiming a "LUCKY SCRATCH" Scratch Ticket Game prize, the claimant may submit the signed winning Scratch Ticket and a thoroughly completed claim form via mail. If a prize value is $1,000,000 or more, the claimant must also provide proof of Social Security number or Taxpayer Identification (for U.S. Citizens or Resident Aliens). Mail all to: Texas Lottery, P.O. Box 16600, Austin, Texas 78761-6600. The Texas Lottery is not responsible for Scratch Tickets lost in the mail. In the event that the claim is not validated by the Texas Lottery, the claim shall be denied, and the claimant shall be notified promptly.
D. Prior to payment by the Texas Lottery of any prize, the Texas Lottery shall deduct the amount of a delinquent tax or other money from the winnings of a prize winner who has been finally determined to be:
1. delinquent in the payment of a tax or other money to a state agency and that delinquency is reported to the Comptroller under Government Code §403.055;
2. in default on a loan made under Chapter 52, Education Code;
3. in default on a loan guaranteed under Chapter 57, Education Code; or
4. delinquent in child support payments in the amount determined by a court or a Title IV-D agency under Chapter 231, Family Code.
E. If a person is indebted or owes delinquent taxes to the State, other than those specified in the preceding paragraph, the winnings of a person shall be withheld until the debt or taxes are paid.
2.4 Allowance for Delay of Payment. The Texas Lottery may delay payment of the prize pending a final determination by the Executive Director, under any of the following circumstances:
A. if a dispute occurs, or it appears likely that a dispute may occur, regarding the prize;
B. if there is any question regarding the identity of the claimant;
C. if there is any question regarding the validity of the Scratch Ticket presented for payment; or
D. if the claim is subject to any deduction from the payment otherwise due, as described in Section 2.3.D of these Game Procedures. No liability for interest for any delay shall accrue to the benefit of the claimant pending payment of the claim.
2.5 Payment of Prizes to Persons Under 18. If a person under the age of 18 years is entitled to a cash prize under $600 from the "LUCKY SCRATCH" Scratch Ticket Game, the Texas Lottery shall deliver to an adult member of the minor's family or the minor's guardian a check or warrant in the amount of the prize payable to the order of the minor.
2.6 If a person under the age of 18 years is entitled to a cash prize of $600 or more from the "LUCKY SCRATCH" Scratch Ticket Game, the Texas Lottery shall deposit the amount of the prize in a custodial bank account, with an adult member of the minor's family or the minor's guardian serving as custodian for the minor.
2.7 Scratch Ticket Claim Period. All Scratch Ticket prizes must be claimed within 180 days following the end of the Scratch Ticket Game or within the applicable time period for certain eligible military personnel as set forth in Texas Government Code §466.408. Any rights to a prize that is not claimed within that period, and in the manner specified in these Game Procedures and on the back of each Scratch Ticket, shall be forfeited.
2.8 Disclaimer. The number of prizes in a game is approximate based on the number of Scratch Tickets ordered. The number of actual prizes available in a game may vary based on number of Scratch Tickets manufactured, testing, distribution, sales and number of prizes claimed. A Scratch Ticket Game may continue to be sold even when all the top prizes have been claimed.
3.0 Scratch Ticket Ownership.
A. Until such time as a signature is placed upon the back portion of a Scratch Ticket in the space designated, a Scratch Ticket shall be owned by the physical possessor of said Scratch Ticket. When a signature is placed on the back of the Scratch Ticket in the space designated, the player whose signature appears in that area shall be the owner of the Scratch Ticket and shall be entitled to any prize attributable thereto. Notwithstanding any name or names submitted on a claim form, the Executive Director shall make payment to the player whose signature appears on the back of the Scratch Ticket in the space designated. If more than one name appears on the back of the Scratch Ticket, the Executive Director will require that one of those players whose name appears thereon be designated by such players to receive payment.
B. The Texas Lottery shall not be responsible for lost or stolen Scratch Tickets and shall not be required to pay on a lost or stolen Scratch Ticket.
4.0 Number and Value of Scratch Prizes. There will be approximately 5,040,000 Scratch Tickets in Scratch Ticket Game No. 2784. The approximate number and value of prizes in the game are as follows:
Figure 2: GAME NO. 2784 - 4.0 (.pdf)
A. The actual number of Scratch Tickets in the game may be increased or decreased at the sole discretion of the Texas Lottery.
5.0 End of the Scratch Ticket Game. The Executive Director may, at any time, announce a closing date (end date) for the Scratch Ticket Game No. 2784 without advance notice, at which point no further Scratch Tickets in that game may be sold. The determination of the closing date and reasons for closing will be made in accordance with the Scratch Ticket closing procedures and the Scratch Ticket Game Rules. See 16 TAC §140.302(j).
6.0 Governing Law. In purchasing a Scratch Ticket, the player agrees to comply with, and abide by, these Game Procedures for Scratch Ticket Game No. 2784, the State Lottery Act (Texas Government Code, Chapter 466), applicable rules adopted by the Texas Lottery pursuant to the State Lottery Act and referenced in 16 TAC, Chapter 140, and all final decisions of the Executive Director.
TRD-202603249
Deanne Rienstra
General Counsel
Texas Department of Licensing and Regulation
Filed: July 31, 2026
Texas Department of Transportation
Request for Qualifications
Pursuant to the authority granted under Transportation Code, Chapter 223, Subchapter F (enabling legislation), the Texas Department of Transportation (department), may enter into, in each state fiscal biennium, up to six design-build contracts for the design, construction, expansion, extension, related capital maintenance, rehabilitation, alteration, or repair of a highway project with a construction cost estimate of $150 million or more. The enabling legislation authorizes private involvement in design-build projects and provides a process for the department to solicit proposals for such projects. Transportation Code § 223.245 prescribes requirements for issuance of a request for qualifications and requires the department to publish a notice of such issuance in the Texas Register. Pursuant to the enabling legislation, the Texas Transportation Commission (Commission) adopted Texas Administrative Code, Title 43, Chapter 9, Subchapter I relating to design-build contracts (the rules). The enabling legislation, as well as the rules, govern the submission and processing of qualifications statements, and provide for the issuance of a request for qualifications that sets forth the basic criteria for qualifications, experience, technical competence, and ability to develop a proposed project and such other information the department considers relevant or necessary.
The Commission has authorized the issuance of a request for qualifications (RFQ) to design and construct the North Houston Highway Improvement Project (NHHIP) 3C-2 Project (Project) in Harris County, Texas. The improvements will include widening and realigning mainlanes on I-45, realigning and reconstructing mainlanes and adding nontolled managed lanes on I-10, and realigning and reconstructing mainlanes on US 59/I-69. The Project includes constructing associated ramps, bridges, utility bridges, rail line crossings, local collector roads, frontage roads, intersections, and bicycle and pedestrian facilities. The Project also includes constructing direct connectors to and from I-69 to the future Hardy Toll Road and realigning and reconstructing the existing ramps with termini at Jackson Street and Chenevert Street that extend to the Houston Metro reversible High Occupancy Vehicle/High Occupancy Toll lane.
The Project has an estimated design-build cost of approximately $2.14 billion.
Through this notice, the department is seeking qualifications statements (QSs) from teams interested in entering into a design-build contract. The department intends to evaluate any QS received in response to the RFQ and may request submission of detailed proposals, potentially leading to the negotiation, award, and execution of a design-build contract. The department will accept for consideration any QS received in accordance with the enabling legislation, the rules, and the RFQ, on or before the deadline in this notice. The department anticipates issuing the RFQ, receiving and evaluating the QSs, developing a shortlist of proposing entities or consortia, and issuing a request for proposals (RFP) to the shortlisted entities. After review and a best value evaluation of the responses to the RFP, the department may negotiate and enter into a design-build contract for the Project.
RFQ Evaluation Criteria. QSs will be evaluated by the department for shortlisting purposes using the following general criteria: project qualifications and experience, statement of technical approach, and safety qualifications. The specific criteria under the foregoing categories will be identified in the RFQ, as will the relative weighting of the criteria.
Release of RFQ and Due Date. The department currently anticipates that the RFQ will be available on August 14, 2026. The RFQ will be available at the following website:
https://www.txdot.gov/business/road-bridge-maintenance/alternative-delivery/nhhip-3c2/rfq.html
QSs will be due by 12:00 p.m. (noon) CT on October 20, 2026, at the address specified in the RFQ.
TRD-202603295
James Kirk
Senior General Counsel
Texas Department of Transportation
Filed: August 4, 2026
Workforce Solutions Brazos Valley Board
Public Notice for Independent Financial Monitoring
The purpose of the RFP is to solicit proposals for a qualified contractor with program knowledge of Texas Workforce Commission programs, per Texas Workforce Commission guidelines for their workforce center. The Independent Financial Monitoring Request for Proposal (RFP) will be available for download on the Workforce Solutions Brazos Valley website at www.bvjobs.org beginning August 6, 2026 under the Board tab. Interested parties can go to the Board tab on this page and select Request for Proposals. The link for the proposal is listed at Request for Proposals for Independent Financial Monitoring Services. The primary consideration in selecting a vendor will be their ability to provide these services as specified in the RFP.
Interested vendors can also email Barbara Clemmons at bclemmons@bvcog.org to request a copy of the proposal.
The deadline for proposals will be 4:00 p.m. CST on September 3, 2026.
Bidders will have the opportunity to ask questions during the Zoom bidder's conference call, which is scheduled for August 13, 2026, 10:00 a.m. CST. Attendance on the bidder's conference Zoom call is not mandatory. All answers to questions from the bidder's Zoom conference call and any other questions received from interested parties will be posted at www.bvjobs.org by close of business on August 14, 2026.
Deadline for Questions: The Bidder's Conference Call will be held on August 13, 2026 at 10:00 a.m. CST via Zoom. Below is the Zoom link: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/82944142819?pwd=EQGrcxraSjVitTuCubezVw6vPC3jnw.1
If Bidders cannot attend the bidder's conference call on August 13, 2026, they can submit their questions in writing concerning this RFP to Barbara Clemmons at bclemmons@bvcog.org no later than August 14, 2026, 5:00 p.m. CST. Answers to all questions received will be posted to www.bvjobs.org no later than Monday, August 17, 2026, 5:00 p.m. CST under the under the Board tab's Request For Proposals For Independent Financial Monitoring Services tab.
TRD-202603274
Vonda Morrison
Program Manager
Workforce Solutions Brazos Valley Board
Filed: August 3, 2026