Concerning the TCEQ contested case process that’s ongoing with the western parts of Comal, Hays, and Travis counties... a valid question of the validity of law has been raised. However, the TCEQ doesn’t seem to care whether TAC Rule 293.19b is void or valid... the TCEQ is proceeding with a contested case hearing concerning the forced creation of a groundwater district (GCD). I’ve requested several committee Chairs to request an AG Opinion... it appears none are willing to do so. This is supposed to be a government of, by, and for the people... yet the TCEQ refuses to act as such. I’ve even requested Governor Perry to step in... and he, by his silence... refuses. It appears the TCEQ is being protected. What is the TCEQ and elected officials so afraid of? Perhaps that TAC Rule 293.19b is void. We do not hold out much hope in the kangaroo court with the puppet judge that can be overruled by the TCEQ. When government no longer represents the people and a state agency does what it wants to do, no matter the legality, that’s when governmental tyranny takes hold. We better demand justice or governmental tyranny will flourish.
Michael L. Maurer, Sr.
Spring Branch
