Enforcement Phases: Violations to Actions

Mon, 20 Apr 2026 19:22:37 +0000
Environmental Protection

The Texas Commission on Environmental Quality (TCEQ) Enforcement Division published an informational overview of its enforcement process, describing how environmental violations are documented and resolved. The document explains that most violations are corrected through Notices of Violation, while serious or continuing violations may result in Notices of Enforcement, administrative orders, or referral to the Office of the Attorney General. TCEQ also describes its new Expedited Compliance Order process approved on February 11, 2026, for eligible cases meeting specific criteria.