A group of advocacy organizations said the announcement is the latest in a series of ill-advised plans that will destroy environmentally sensitive areas, endangered species and historical burial sites.
Environment
Coverage of climate, conservation, natural resources, and environmental policy shaping the state, from The Texas Tribune.
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Trump scales back landmark environmental law, saying it will help restart the economy
Activists warn that the changes will sideline communities of color and are concerned about projects’ climate impacts.
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Coronavirus in Texas
As Texas grapples with a pandemic, officials must also prepare for what could be an unusually active hurricane season
State and local officials are adjusting their plans during the coronavirus outbreak to inform residents in the Houston area and along the Gulf Coast of safe steps they could take in advance of the year’s first storm.
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As coronavirus hits Texas, the state’s top health official is spending 30 hours a week on a second job — that pays $600,000
Acting Executive Commissioner Phil Wilson chose not to accept salary and benefits for a temporary position leading one of Texas’ largest and most high-profile agencies. Instead, he continues to earn $636,694 from the Lower Colorado River Authority, more than double what the previous health commissioner made.
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From 9/11 to COVID-19: Chief Nim Kidd answers the call
As Texas tries to recover from the effects of COVID-19, the head of the Texas Division of Emergency Management highlighted successes and challenges during a TV interview.
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Citing coronavirus pandemic, Trump administration stops enforcing environmental laws
A Texas environmental protection group said it is “reckless” for the Environmental Protection Agency to waive enforcement of many protections. The federal agency said companies could have trouble complying due to the new coronavirus.
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A&M study: The future of Texas depends on climate preparedness
A study by five Aggie scientists indicates Texas should prepare for more extreme weather in the coming years — though it offers some glimmers of hope.
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Water main rupture sets off major disruption in Houston: citywide boil notice, Loop 610 flooded
The main break caused some early voting locations to close. All Houston ISD schools were closed Friday and set to reopen Monday, the school district announced.
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“It’s a joke”: Flaring expert finds big problems in report from Texas oil and gas regulator
“It looks more like a political manifesto to me,” a Texas A&M professor said about a report from the Railroad Commission of Texas.
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Texas sues company whose Port Neches chemical plant exploded
Texas Attorney General Ken Paxton sued TPC Group on Friday, citing a slew of environmental violations at its Port Neches facility, including ones connected to a Nov. 27 explosion.
