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A program of the Texas Commission on Environmental Quality
Proposition 2
Tax Relief For Pollution Control Property
A program of the Texas Commission on Environmental Quality
Tax Relief for Pollution Control PropertyProgram Timeline:
1993 Texas Legislature Passes HB 1920
Texas Voters Approve Proposition 2
First Application November 1994
A program of the Texas Commission on Environmental Quality
Tax Relief for Pollution Control PropertyAs of May 31, 2007:
Tier I 10,691Tier II 340Tier III 212Total 11,000
A program of the Texas Commission on Environmental Quality
Tax Relief for Pollution Control Property
Approved 97%Denied 2%Withdrawn 1%
A program of the Texas Commission on Environmental Quality
Tax Relief for Pollution Control Property
Average Review Times:Tier I 19 DaysTier II 42 DaysTier III 59 Days
A program of the Texas Commission on Environmental Quality
Tax Relief for Pollution Control Property
Top Five Type of Facility Listed:Chemical ManufacturerService StationElectric UtilityBuilding MaterialsOil Refineries
A program of the Texas Commission on Environmental Quality
Tax Relief for Pollution Control PropertyTop Five Types of Equipment Listed:
Service Station EquipmentSecondary ContainmentWastewater Treatment SystemsDust CollectorsStormwater Segregation
A program of the Texas Commission on Environmental Quality
Tax Relief for Pollution Control Property
Application Filed by Media Type:Air WaterWaste
A program of the Texas Commission on Environmental Quality
Implementation of Sections 4 & 5 of H.B. 3732: Rule Proposal approved for publication at
September 19th Agenda Published in Texas Register on 10/05 Public Comment Period: 10/5 – 11/5 Public Hearing: 10/26 at 10 AM
TCEQ Building E, Room 201S
Tax Relief for Pollution Control Property
A program of the Texas Commission on Environmental Quality
In order to Implement Section 4:
1. Replaced the Predetermined Equipment List with the Equipment and Categories List (ECL)
2. Created a new Tier Level – Tier IV
3. Created an expedited review process for Tier IV applications
Tax Relief for Pollution Control Property
A program of the Texas Commission on Environmental Quality
Equipment & Categories List
Two Part List
Part A: Current PEL
Tax Relief for Pollution Control Property
A program of the Texas Commission on Environmental Quality
Part B: Equipment Categories from Section 11.31(k) of the Tax Code
1. Listed without set percentages
2. Applicant must propose a use determination percentage which is application specific
Tax Relief for Pollution Control Property
A program of the Texas Commission on Environmental Quality
Tier IV
1. Applications containing only property on Part B of the ECL
2. Application fee of $500
3. Expedited review – 30 days from date of receipt.
Tax Relief for Pollution Control Property
A program of the Texas Commission on Environmental Quality
In order to Implement Section 5: Create Chapter 18, Rollback Relief for
Pollution Control Requirements Adopt the same Equipment &
Categories List Adopt the same review standards Develop an Application Form an
Guidance Document
Tax Relief for Pollution Control Property
A program of the Texas Commission on Environmental Quality
Tax Relief for Pollution Control PropertyContact Information:
Ron HatlettGary McAthur
512/239-3100
A program of the Texas Commission on Environmental Quality
A program of the Texas Commission on Environmental Quality
Program Goals
Increase environmental performance throughout Texas
Provide benefits and incentives for exceptional efforts
A program of the Texas Commission on Environmental Quality
Levels of ParticipationBRONZE LEVEL SILVER LEVEL GOLD LEVEL PLATINUM LEVEL
Equivalent to EPA National Performance Track
A program of the Texas Commission on Environmental Quality
Benefits
Each level of Clean Texas has benefits ranging from recognition to reduced regulatory burden
The higher you go in Clean Texas, the better the benefits.
• See incentives handout for details
A program of the Texas Commission on Environmental Quality
Bronze LevelMeasurable environmental improvement
goals beyond or outside requirements
Community environmental service project
Annual progress report on environmental goals
A program of the Texas Commission on Environmental Quality
Silver LevelCertified Environmental Management
System
Compliance Assurance goals
Annual progress report on environmental goals set in EMS
A program of the Texas Commission on Environmental Quality
Gold Level
Certified Environmental Management System
Two environmental improvement goals
Compliance Assurance goals
Two community environmental projects
Annual progress report
A program of the Texas Commission on Environmental Quality
Platinum Level
Certified Environmental Management System
Four environmental improvement goals
Compliance Assurance goals
Three community environmental projects
Annual progress report
A program of the Texas Commission on Environmental Quality
Take the First StepDownload an Application
– www.CleanTexas.org, click “Join Now”
Guidance on filling out an application– www.cleantexas.org, click Publications, click on
“Clean Texas Program Guide”
Where can I find more information on EMS– www.cleantexas.org, click Publications, click
“Clean Texas Independent Assessment Criteria”
2008 Texas Environmental Excellence Awards
www.teea.org
2008 Texas Environmental Excellence Awards
www.teea.org
Created by the Texas Legislature in 1991 and initiated by the TCEQ
Honors the works of communities, organizationsand individuals
161 winners recognized over 14 years 10 diverse categories Past winners from every region of the state
A History of Environmental Stewardship
2008 Texas Environmental Excellence Awards
www.teea.org
To reward environmental stewardship
To recognize a spirit of initiativeand innovation
To encourage like-minded projects ofenvironmental stewardship
To promote the goals of the TCEQ
Mission of the Awards Program
2008 Texas Environmental Excellence Awards
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BENEFITS OF WINNING
Governor and TCEQ recognition
High-profile awards ceremony
Media recognition in your communityand your industry
Video profile of your project for your own use.
Why Apply?
2008 Texas Environmental Excellence Awards
www.teea.org
Application is easy to complete and available online.
For more information, call Dana Macomb, 512- 239- 4745or e-mail [email protected].
Nominations Are Now OpenThrough October 26, 2007
