March Volume 2, Issue 4
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CIDRelatedBillinthe89thLegislature
Teddy
Andrea
Nicole
O’Dell
S.B. No. 2116 – Parker: relating to the critical designation of certain natural gas facilities.
Proposes amending critical natural gas facilities rules to add a requirement for the RRC to establish criteria for a critical facility to be designated as critical on a seasonal basis. RRC would be required to determine which seasons each facility is to be designated critical, and the beginning and end dates of such seasons An operator deemed critical may apply to be designated as critical on a seasonal basis as part of their Critical Infrastructure Designation Form (Form CI-D) RRC would be required to provide a list of facilities designated as critical on a seasonal basis to PUC. Rule adoption deadline is February 1, 2026. A list of facilities is required to be provided to PUC by March 31, 2026.
(Note:Thisisaproposedbill,notyetpassed) Formoreinformationonhowabillbecomesalaw,seethefollowinglink: https://tcdd texas gov/wp-content/uploads/2024/09/How-a-Bill-Becomes-a-Law-English pdf
March 2025 Filing Session
March Madness is here and so is the March 2025 Filing session! As millions of people are filling out their college basket-ball brackets and paying close attention to the annual NCAA basketball tournament, Operators are filling out their CID/CIX’s forms.
Here is a Quick Recap:
As of March 14th, a total of 39,882 facilities out of an available 44,448 filed a CID/CIX in the March 2025 filing session for a percentage of 90%.
Update on Winter Inspection
CID inspectors started the winter inspections in November 2024 and are now nearing completion Their hard work and thoroughness have led to the completion of 6275/6357 inspections sites as of 03/21/25.
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Meet our new team member, Jennifer Barth!
Jennifer joined the CIDEast Region asthe new Engineering Specialist, Ion St. Patrick’sDay!
She has been married for 15 years, has four kids age 11, 6, 3, and 10 months. SheworkedforDaveyTreeExpertsfor3yearsdoingpower-lineinspections& assessments. She was a math & science teacher for the last 7 years. She graduated from Stephen F. Austin (SFA) in 2014 with a Bachelor of Science in Forestry and a minor in Geology. She is a certified dog groomer. Outside of work, she loves to spend time with her family playing outside, gardening, and cooking.
Safety Tips for Spring, by the West Region Safety Tips for Spring, by the West Region Tips for by Region
1 Spring Cleaning Safety: When doing spring cleaning, use proper lifting techniques to avoid back injuries. Wear gloves and be cautious with cleaning products to avoid skin irritation or inhalation of fumes.
2. Outdoor Safety: As the weather warms, people spend more time outdoors. Be mindful of sun exposure by wearing sunscreen, protective clothing, and sunglasses. Also, stay hydrated, especially during physical activities.
3. Biking and Walking: If you're cycling or walking, always wear a helmet and stay alert to your surroundings. Check your bike for maintenance, especially after winter.
4. Pollen Allergy Prevention: With spring comes increased pollen. To minimize allergy symptoms, keep windows closed during peak pollen times, wash your hands and face after being out-side, and use air purifiers indoors.
5. Insect Protection: Spring often brings an increase in insects like ticks and mosquitoes. Use in-sect repellent and check for ticks after spending time outdoors.
6. Fire Safety: Spring is a popular time for outdoor grilling. Make sure your grill is in good working condition, keep it clean, and never leave it unattended while in use.
7. Spring Storms: Be prepared for spring thunderstorms and severe weather. Keep an emergency kit with essentials like water, non-perishable food, and a flashlight.
8. Check the Home: Check for any winter damage or potential hazards around your home, such as loose shingles or weak tree branches that could pose a risk in storms.
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It’s a Boy! A Basketball-Themed Gender Reveal Celebration
27March2025
To celebrate the upcoming arrival of Johnathon and Diana’s baby, CID Austin hosted a basketball-themed gender reveal party!
The party kicked off with a fun twist, everyone received a voting card to guess whether the baby would be a boy or a girl. Most of the team guessed it would be a boy, and it turns out, they were right!
The event was filled with energy, starting with a fun game of basketball-themed bingo that got everyone involved. We snacked on delicious concession food like hotdogs, pizza, and wings.
The big moment arrived when Johnathon opened the box revealing a blue balloon. It was official, he was having a baby boy! It was such a memorable and fun celebration, and we all can’t wait to meet their little MVP!
Celebrate National Reading Month
- Dr. Seuss g people of merica Day ced stress,
Can’t Hurt Me: Master Your Mind and Defy the Odds by David Goggins
In Can’t Hurt Me, David Goggins shares his astonishing life story and reveals that most of us tap into only 40% of our capabilities. He calls this the 40% Rule, and his story illuminates a path that anyone can follow to push past pain, demolish fear, and reach their full potential.
Recommended by Daniel Camacho The book was recommended because it serves as a strong guide for pushing past your limits. It offers insights on how to overcome adversity, embrace challenges, and achieve what may seem impossible.
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Book recommendations cont...
The Boy Who Harnessed the Wind by William Kamkwamba and Bryan Mealer
27March2025
When 14-year-old William Kamkwamba’s Malawi village was hit by a drought, everyone’s crops began to fail. Without enough money for food, let alone school, William spent his days in the library and figured out how to bring electricity to his village Persevering against the odds, William built a functioning windmill out of junkyard scraps and thus became the local hero who harnessed the wind
Recommended by Nicole Moore. The book was recommended because of its inspiring story of overcoming adversity and triumphing in the face of challenges.
A Monster Calls by Patrick Ness
The monster in Conor’s backyard is not the one he’s been expecting the one from the nightmare he’s had every night since his mother started her treatments. This monster is ancient. And wild. And it wants something from Conor. Something terrible and dangerous. It wants the truth.
Recommended by Madison Riba Madison shared that this book its one she keeps thinking about since reading it
StevenReynolds,Inspector
“Stevenhasshownagreatdealofgrowththisyear.Iseehimasacompetentinspector and trust him to pass his knowledge onto our newest generation of inspectors. Steven justfinishedinspectingoneoftheWestRegion’slargestoperatorsinacompletelysole effort.Thankyou,Steven,foryourcontinueddedicationandhardworkingattitude.”
-CharlesBurt,WestRegionLeadInspector
CodyBarkerandCarlosBeltran,Inspectors
“Thank you to Cody and Carlos for finishing inspections early and being able to help othersout!”
-AndreaMeyer
EngineersinAlloftheRegions
“Thank you to the engineers in all of the regions for everything you all do! Having to approveinspectionsthesepastfewweeksgavemeanewfoundappreciationfory'all's thoroughnessandknowledge.”
-AndreaMeyer
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