STRENGTH IN NUMBERS
Thank you for stopping by to read about our industry. The Texas Mold Assessors and Remediators Association has up until now been focused on legislative actions, following the Texas lawmakers, and interfacing with the Texas Department of Licensing and Regulation. We see a shift in our focus is now necessary to provide our members with more information about our industry, but will still be offering commentary on the TMARR rules and regulations along with any updates we receive from the TDLR.
Recently, the Texas Department of State Health Services notified several of our members that as of September 2, 2022, they would no longer be handling inspections and enforcement for the Mold Program. Without any official announcement we are aware of their actions but have very little in the way of official language. Our sources at the TDSHS told some of our members that the TDLR sent inspectors out in the field to “train” with the TDSHS inspectors, but there was no mention of anything concrete about who, what, and where. The when of course is September 2, 2022. If anyone has any more information, please contact the TMARA via email <jake@culleyenviro.com>, and we will get the word out to our members and anyone else who logs in to our website.
The old saying goes “There is strength in numbers.” Many of us won’t remember, but Strength In Numbers was a bluegrass supergroup formed in the late 1980s. The reason we won’t remember them is that they only released one album in 1989, “Telluride”. Failing to sustain themselves is ironic.
Strength in numbers means simply: An advantage related to the large number of people involved (in something). No question our Association has not lived up to our expectations regarding total membership. We have had members come and go with the real issue being what do we have to offer our members. Originally, we thought the survival of our industry was dependent on gaining insight into the workings of the legislature and people like Mike Marshall, Dana Brown and Mike McNatt were key critical is making our case that the TMARR mold assessment and remediation rules are vital for the consumers of the state of Texas. But as far as becoming a voice for the industry, that is contingent upon us gaining strength in numbers. Recently during discussions with Board members Mike Marshall and Linda Lauver, the TDLR indicated that it will establish an Advisory Board for the Mold licensees. This is a great step. Having an industry association is also very important. Look for announcements about our new membership pricing that are coming soon.
We hope you will continue to follow the TMARA as we intend to provide regular content and post them on our blog and social media accounts.
