Effective September 1, 2026, the Texas Commission of Licensing and Regulation adopted amendments to 16 Texas Administrative Code (TAC), Chapter 73, §73.100, officially adopting the 2026 National Electrical Code (NEC) as the electrical code for the state of Texas. The rule includes a limited exception involving ground-fault circuit-interrupter requirements for certain outdoor outlets. For electricians, […]
As North Texas prepares for triple-digit temperatures at the start of July, homeowners may also need to prepare for higher air conditioning repair and replacement costs. VIDEO: HVAC companies say tariffs affecting imported electrical components and changes in refrigerant rules, combined with higher material, fuel, and labor costs, are driving prices higher across the industry. David […]
The Texas Department of Licensing and Regulation (TLDR) in June announced it has entered a reciprocity agreement with the Ohio Industry Licensing Board to support the need for electricians in both states by streamlining the licensing process. “I was proud to sign House Bill 11 to encourage TDLR to pursue occupational licensure reciprocity agreements with […]
In the 2026 National Electrical Code, a slight revision was made that can effect which conductor or cable assembly that can be installed in accordance with the 83% rules. The revised requirements can be found in section 310.12. This rule permits conductors for services or feeders that serve the entire load of an individual dwelling […]
Dalton Andrews is wiring his way into North Texas’ AI future one motor control board at a time.Inside CEC Facilities’ apprenticeship school in Irving, the 31-year-old electrical apprentice walks through a control panel he built for a statewide skills competition, tracing wires and relays as if explaining his own career pivot from odd jobs into […]
Creating a personalized and effective study plan is one of the most important steps toward passing your electrical licensing exam. It doesn’t matter if you’re taking the journeyman or master exam, what matters is your approach. A well-thought-out strategy will not only keep you focused, but it will also help you manage your time, reduce […]
New Accelerated Pathway for Texas Journeyman Electricians Takes Effect The Texas Commission of Licensing and Regulation has adopted amendments to the Electricians program rules, effective July 1, 2026, to help address the statewide shortage of journeyman electricians. The new rules establish an accelerated licensure pathway for graduates of approved Accelerated Journeyman Electrician Education Programs (JEEP), […]
Taking the electrical licensing exam is a major milestone in your career—and naturally, it comes with a certain amount of stress. A little anxiety is normal and can actually keep you focused, but too much of it may lead to mistakes you wouldn’t normally make. Success on this exam requires more than just knowing […]
One of the trickiest parts of taking the electrician licensing exam is learning how to identify what the question is really asking—especially when there’s no obvious keyword to look up in the NEC. While some questions will clearly reference a term you can locate in the index (like “grounding electrode” or “conduit fill”), many others […]
If you’re serious about passing the electrician exam, don’t overlook one of the most effective tools available: practice exams. The main goal of practice tests isn’t just to quiz your knowledge; it’s to train you on how to navigate the NEC book quickly and accurately. These exams help you develop the habit of finding […]