The bill, H.B. No. 3079, aims to enhance the Texas emissions reduction plan by introducing a program specifically targeting emissions from certain marine vessels. It amends Section 386.051(b-1) of the Health and Safety Code to allow the commission to establish and administer additional programs, including grants or funding initiatives, to effectively meet its objectives. The commission is granted the flexibility to apply existing criteria or create new ones for these programs, ensuring compliance with relevant laws and guidelines.

Key changes in the bill include the deletion of a previous provision regarding the reduction of emissions from heavy-duty vehicles and non-road equipment, and the insertion of new priorities. These priorities now explicitly include the reduction of emissions from marine vessels operated by pilots engaged in pilot services, alongside the existing focus on heavy-duty vehicles and equipment in nonattainment areas. The bill is set to take effect on September 1, 2025.

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