The bill amends Section 37.006 of the Water Code regarding the renewal process for expired occupational licenses and registrations by the Texas Commission on Environmental Quality. It allows individuals whose licenses or registrations have been expired for not more than 90 days to apply for renewal by paying a fee that does not exceed 1.5 times the normal renewal fee. Additionally, it introduces a new provision for those whose licenses have been expired for at least 90 days but not more than one year, permitting them to renew by paying a fee up to two times the normal amount.

Furthermore, the bill establishes that individuals whose licenses or registrations have been expired for at least one year will not be eligible for renewal. Instead, they must obtain a new license or registration by fulfilling the original licensing requirements, including any necessary examinations. The changes aim to streamline the renewal process while ensuring that individuals with significantly expired licenses undergo the appropriate re-qualification. The bill is set to take effect on September 1, 2025.

Statutes affected:
Introduced: Water Code 37.006 (Water Code 37)