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Summary of Proposed Rule Changes and Request for Comments and Information

Posted in: Financial Crimes Intelligence Center, Motor Fuel Metering and Quality

The Texas Department of Licensing and Regulation proposes changes to the rules at 16 TAC, Chapter 63, Financial Crimes Intelligence Center. The Department requests comments on the proposed rule changes and information related to the cost, benefit, or effect of the proposed rule changes, including any applicable data, research, or analysis. What are the proposed… Read More about Summary of Proposed Rule Changes and Request for Comments and Information

TDLR Temporarily Waives ASTM Requirements

Posted in: Motor Fuel Metering and Quality

A recent and significant change to the ASTM D4814 standard places an undue burden on fuel providers and retailers in various locations across Texas. Due to the significance of this change and an inadequate time for fuel providers and retailers to prepare, TDLR will exercise enforcement discretion regarding the sale of gasoline or gasoline-ethanol blends… Read More about TDLR Temporarily Waives ASTM Requirements

January 1, 2024: New Requirements for Pump Security Go Into Effect

Posted in: Motor Fuel Metering and Quality

If not already equipped with at least two of the items listed below, no later than January 1, 2024, owners or operators of fuel pumps are required to install new security measures to protect their devices from tampering, as required by Texas Admin. Code §97.31. These new rules that went into effect on September 1,… Read More about January 1, 2024: New Requirements for Pump Security Go Into Effect

TDLR Temporarily Waives ASTM Requirements

Posted in: Motor Fuel Metering and Quality

On August 30, 2023, the Texas Department of Licensing & Regulation (TDLR) submitted a request to the Office of the Governor to temporarily suspend 16 Tex. Admin. Code § 97.3(2)(B). TDLR asserts that strict compliance with this provision could prevent, hinder, or delay necessary action in coping with the wildfire disaster that was declared on… Read More about TDLR Temporarily Waives ASTM Requirements

Call for Subject Matter Experts (SMEs) to Participate in the Development of the Texas Service Technician Licensing Examination

Posted in: Motor Fuel Metering and Quality

The Texas Department of Licensing and Regulation (TDLR) is looking for SMEs to volunteer to serve on the Service Technician Examination Review Committee (ERC). The ERC creates, updates, evaluates, and references exam content.  Participation of knowledgeable SMEs will ensure the validity of the Texas Service Technician Licensing Exam. Participants must be willing to sign a confidentiality document… Read More about Call for Subject Matter Experts (SMEs) to Participate in the Development of the Texas Service Technician Licensing Examination

New Online Renewal for FMQ Devices

Posted in: Motor Fuel Metering and Quality

All FMQ Device Registration invoices that can be paid in full and do not require any changes such as adding or removing the number of devices at the facility can now be renewed online. Instructions on how to create a new user account. Apply or Renew

Downloadable Checklist for Reporting Credit Card Skimmers Now Available

Posted in: Motor Fuel Metering and Quality

TDLR has created helpful instructions for reporting credit card skimmers. Download, print out and post this checklist for gas station employees to follow if a skimmer is found. The poster provides clear instructions regarding gas skimmers: Reminder: Unauthorized removal and disposal of a credit card skimmer is a crime that could lead to civil penalties and criminal… Read More about Downloadable Checklist for Reporting Credit Card Skimmers Now Available