# Texas Governor Waives Dyed-Diesel Restrictions

Governor Greg Abbott of Texas has issued a statewide disaster proclamation that temporarily waives restrictions on the use of dyed diesel fuel on public roads. This proclamation raises allowable weights for fuel, agricultural, and timber loads and suspends certain state emissions rules pending approval from the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA). The Governor has formally requested a temporary federal waiver from the EPA for ultra-low sulfur diesel requirements to support this measure. These actions aim to reduce operational costs for Texas farmers, freight operators, and related industries amid elevated fuel prices.

- **Why this matters:** Procurement professionals and contractors in Texas agriculture, freight, and fuel supply sectors should be aware of the expanded use of dyed diesel and increased load weights, which may affect contract specifications, fuel sourcing, and transportation logistics.
- The temporary suspension of emissions rules and request for EPA waiver could impact compliance requirements and fuel procurement strategies for state and local government contracts.
- Companies providing fuel, agricultural equipment, and freight services may find new opportunities to adjust offerings to meet the revised regulatory environment.
- Organizations involved in Texas public road transportation and infrastructure should evaluate how these changes influence operational costs and contract performance obligations.

**Jurisdictions:** sled
**Industries:** Energy & Utilities, Transportation
**Topics:** Regulatory Compliance
**Published:** September 29, 2026

### Government Entities
- Office of the Texas Governor
- Environmental Protection Agency (EPA)

### Key Quotes
> Texas agriculture and freight run on diesel. Record prices put both industries at risk and raise costs for every Texas family. Farmers and truckers can now use dyed diesel on Texas roads, and fuel, crop, and timber loads can move at a higher weight. These steps cut costs on the farm, on the road, and at the store.
> — Greg Abbott, Governor

### Sources
- [Governor Abbott Waives Dyed-Diesel Restrictions | Office of the Texas Governor | Greg Abbott](https://gov.texas.gov/news/post/governor-abbott-waives-dyed-diesel-restrictions) - TX