White's air plan seeks tougher Houston state emission laws
Houston Mayor Bill White pushes a plan to curb hazardous emissions, especially benzene, by pressuring refineries outside city limits to meet stricter ambient air standards. He accuses state regulators of inaction and proposes fines up to 2000 a day for violations while urging statewide toxic air levels and shared standards across Texas.
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Baytown Benzene Emission Debate Focuses on TCEQ Enforcement
Texas lawmakers and environmental groups clash over refinery benzene emissions in Baytown. Officials warn lax TCEQ enforcement allows millions in fines to go unpaid while advocates push for stronger standards and camera venting to detect leaks. refinery leadership cites proactive steps but backs standard updates through proper channels.
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Trash-Off keeps Baytown clean with prizes and prizes
The Keep Baytown Beautiful Trash-Off invites volunteers to clean residential and business areas and listed sites around town. Last year over 1,500 volunteers removed 1,015 tires and about 37 large dumpsters full of trash. this year runs to 1 p.m. with a ceremony at Wetlands Center and prizes including an Apple iPod for litter hotspot finds.
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