Texas electrical professionals have an important date to mark on their calendars. On July 28, 2026, the Texas Commission of Licensing and Regulation voted unanimously to adopt the 2026 National Electrical Code as the statewide electrical code. The new code will take effect September 1, 2026. The announcement appeared in the inaugural issue of The
The Texas Department of Licensing and Regulation proposes changes to the rules at 16 TAC, Chapter 60, Procedural Rules of the Commission and the Department. The Department requests comments on the proposed rule changes and information related to the cost, benefit, or effect of the proposed rule changes, including any applicable data, research, or analysis.
Join IEC Fort Worth Jan. 15 for Amp Up: Dinner & Discussions at Parrish-Hare — explore 2026 NEC changes and connect with industry leaders over dinner.
Join IEC Fort Worth on Dec. 5 for our Holiday Party & Casino Night at Globe Life’s Speakeasy — food, games, and festive fun for members, plus optional toy and tool donations for apprentices.
IEC Fort Worth’s 2026 Continuing Education calendar is here — featuring TDLR-approved Saturday CE classes and on-demand online courses for Texas electricians.
The Texas 88th Legislative Session Update IEC of Texas Legislative Report The 88th Texas Legislature May 2023 Sine Die The 88th Legislature gaveled out Sine Die on May 29, 2023, and not without a good bit of drama! Governor Abbott then called the first of what he says will be multiple special sessions, beginning on
What’s the IEC National Advocacy Award? This award is given to the chapters that demonstrate the most involvement in IEC National’s advocacy activities and does not involve an application process. The winners, scaled for chapter size, will be announced at SPARK and determined through a points system, with more consequential activities receiving more points. Some
IEC of Texas Legislative Report The 88th Texas Legislature March 2023 The 60th day bill filing deadline was on March 10th and now the committee meetings are in full swing. This is an updated list of bills we are following. Action alerts will go out as needed. Electrical Licensing HB 823 Allen – Occupational
IEC of Texas Legislative Report The 88th Texas Legislature February 2023 The legislative session has been moving slowly. The IEC of Texas lobby team is working diligently to Protect our Industry. Below is an update of the bills of interest we are following. The 60th day deadline for bill filing is fast approaching on
The Texas Electrical Safety and Licensing Actrequires the Texas Department of Licensing and Regulation (TDLR) to adopt the revised National Electrical Code (NEC) as the electrical code for the state of Texas. In 2023, TDLR will adopt the 2023 NEC as the electrical code for the state of Texas and establish it as the "minimum standard"
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