How was Geoscientist Licensure established in Texas?
The Texas Geoscience Practice Act (the Act) was enacted by the 77th Texas Legislature upon passage of SB-405 in May of 2001. SB-405 was developed by a coalition of Texas geoscientists working in the petroleum, environmental, groundwater resources, engineering, and mining practice areas. Representatives of State Agencies also participated. • How will the Act be administered and enforced? The Act established the Texas Board of Professional Geoscientists (TBPG; the Board), which is authorized by the State of Texas to administer and enforce the Act. The Board consists of six Professional Geoscientists and three members of the public, all appointed by the Governor. The Board has developed administrative and licensing rules (22 TAC 850 and 22 TAC 851) to implement the Act. • Where can the Act, the Rules, and other information on this licensure program be found? The Board’s website is tbpg.state.tx.us. Links to the statute, the rules, and other information can be found there. The Board’s mail
