Texas Commission on Environmental Quality (TCEQ)

The Texas Commission on Environmental Quality (TCEQ) is a state agency responsible for protecting Texas's air, water, and land. It enforces environmental laws, issues permits for pollution control, monitors environmental quality, and ensures public health and safety. TCEQ's role includes regulating industries, overseeing waste management, and responding to environmental concerns, all to promote sustainable development and protect natural resources for Texas residents now and in the future.