Perry objects to EPA greenhouse rules harming Texas economy
Gov. Rick Perry urged the EPA to drop plans to regulate greenhouse gas emissions, warning the framework would cripple Texas energy and economy. He cited impacts on oil and gas, power, jobs, and investment, and urged alternatives to support wind, solar, carbon capture, and nuclear expansion.
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Rick Perry
Environmental Protection Agency
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Texas Advisory Panel
St Anthony's van needs to aid Elmendorf seniors
Leverie says rough roads and 15 passenger vans limit the St Anthony's meal program for Elmendorf seniors. Donations of a smaller efficient van could restore homebound deliveries and field trips, with participation from 60 plus residents and nearby areas. Contact 210-635-8570.
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St. Anthony’s
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Richardson
Saspamico
Floresville
San Antonio
el Carmen
Somerset
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Comanche Park
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Santiago
Angelita Trinidad
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UTSA Wins Grant for Veteran Business Programs
The SBA awards over 450000 in Veterans Assistance and Services Grants to expand veteran business ownership support. UTSA receives a portion to fund services including distance learning, online counseling, and a “Boot Camp for Veterans” course at the South-West Texas Border Region SBDC to guide veterans in starting small businesses.
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U.S. Small Business Administration
University of Texas At San Antonio
Texas Border Region
University of Texas
Coleto Creek Unit 2 Draft Air Permit in Goliad County
The Texas Commission on Environmental Quality issues a draft air permit for Coleto Creek Unit 2, a 650 megawatt addition to the Coleto Creek Power Station in Goliad County. The $1.5 billion plant aims to power about 500,000 homes and support regional economic growth with wholesale power sold by STEC. If on schedule, operations could begin in late 2014. Karnes Electric Cooperative serves as STEC member across several counties.
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Texas Commission On Environmental Quality
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South Texas
South Texas Electric Cooperative
STEC
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Edwards Aquifer EARIP Science Subcommittee meeting update
The Science Subcommittee of the Edwards Aquifer Recovery Implementation Program reached consensus on its aquifer report at the November 13 meeting. The study addresses whether to create a separate San Marcos pool and whether minimal flows are needed to protect endangered species near springs.
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EARIP
Texas
San Marcos
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Edwards
SAWS taps Puente as new CEO in San Antonio
The San Antonio Water System trustees named Robert R. Puente as president and chief executive officer from a field of over 50 applicants. He has been interim CEO for seven months and will take permanent duties immediately. Puente previously chaired the House Natural Resources Committee and led water legislation including Senate Bill 3. He holds a UT Law degree and a St Marys University political science degree.
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San Antonio Water System
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Texas House of Representatives
House Natural Resources Committee
Texas
House
Edwards
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Highlands High School
University of Texas School of Law
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