Announcements
This is where you can find all of TABC's short announcements and notices regarding the alcoholic beverage industry in Texas.
Richmond office to close July 31
The Texas Alcoholic Beverage Commission will permanently close its Richmond office July 31 to ensure efficient use of state resources as the agency begins offering faster service to businesses online. While TABC will no longer offer in-person services at this office, staff will still be available by phone and email. Members of TABC’s Licensing and Audit teams will continue assisting the community, and agents will continue to conduct inspections and operations in the area. The decision to close the location came after re-evaluation of the agency’s office leases statewide. TABC constantly works to identify areas where it can improve its stewardship of state resources. The closures will build on the successful transition many businesses made during the COVID-19 pandemic to work with TABC online and by phone rather than with paper forms and in-person meetings. The agency also moved many services online with the launch of the Alcohol Industry Management System (AIMS) in 2021. Learn more about AIMS.
Read moreTABC offices closed for Independence Day
TABC offices will be closed Monday, July 4, in observance of Independence Day. We will reopen at our regular hours on Tuesday, July 5. Contact us.
Read moreMcAllen office to close May 31
The Texas Alcoholic Beverage Commission will permanently close its McAllen office May 31 to ensure efficient use of state resources as the agency begins offering faster service to businesses online. While TABC will no longer offer in-person services at this office, staff will still be available by phone and email. Members of TABC’s Licensing and Audit teams will continue assisting the community, and agents will continue to conduct inspections and operations in the area. The decision to close the location came after reevaluation of the agency’s office leases statewide. TABC constantly works to identify areas where it can improve its stewardship of state resources. The closures will build on the successful transition many businesses made during the COVID-19 pandemic to work with TABC online and by phone rather than with paper forms and in-person meetings. The agency also moved many services online with the launch of the Alcohol Industry Management System (AIMS) in 2021. Learn more about AIMS.
Read moreTABC offices closed for Memorial Day
TABC offices will be closed Monday, May 30, in observance of Memorial Day. We will reopen at our regular hours on Tuesday, May 31. Contact us.
Read moreTABC Offices Closed for Good Friday
TABC offices will be closed Friday, April 15, in observance of Good Friday. We will reopen at our regular hours on Monday, April 18. Contact us.
Read moreTABC Seeking Advisory Committee Members
TABC is responsible for protecting the public safety and welfare through consistent and efficient enforcement of the Alcoholic Beverage Code and related rules. Section 5.21 of the Code authorizes the Commission to establish advisory committees it considers necessary to accomplish the purposes of the Code and the agency’s mission. In 2021, the Commission by rule established three advisory committees responsible for providing important technical knowledge and industry expertise that can provide the Commission and TABC staff real-world insight. The board members include licensees, representatives from regulated businesses and industries, public members and other professionals. Advisory board members are appointed by Chairman Kevin Lilly. There is no financial compensation for membership; however, members who are selected to serve enjoy great satisfaction in knowing the significance of their membership and their impact on the professions they serve. If you're interested in becoming a member of a TABC advisory committee, please submit a letter of interest by scanning the QR code at the bottom of this page or by clicking this link to our online form. If you have any questions about the application process, please contact TABC’s Human Resources Division at TABCHR@tabc.texas.gov.
Read moreWinter Weather Office Closures for Feb. 23–25, 2022
TABC's Wichita Falls office will be closed Feb. 25 because of weather conditions. The Arlington office will operate on a two-hour delay and open at 10 a.m. CST. Here is the full list of temporary closures and changes: Closed Feb. 25 Region 2: Wichita Falls Open on Two-Hour Delay Feb. 25 Arlington Closed Feb. 24 Region 1: Abilene Region 2: Arlington, Denton, McKinney and Wichita Falls Region 4: Belton Open on Two-Hour Delay Feb. 24 Austin and Waco Closed Feb. 23 Region 2: Arlington (as of 1 p.m.), Wichita Falls Opened on Two-Hour Delay Feb. 23 Abilene
Read moreTABC Offices Closed for Presidents Day
TABC offices will be closed Monday, Feb. 21, in observance of Presidents Day. We will reopen at our regular hours on Tuesday, Feb. 22.
Read moreFeb. 3–4 TABC Office Closures
The list below is being updated to reflect current TABC office closures because of inclement weather. Last updated at 9 p.m. Feb. 3, 2022. The following TABC offices are closed Feb. 4: Region 1: Abilene and Lubbock Region 2: Arlington, Denton, McKinney, Tyler and Wichita Falls Region 3: Houston and Richmond Region 4: Austin, Belton, Bryan, Llano, New Braunfels, San Marcos and Waco Region 5: San Antonio The following TABC offices will have a two-hour delayed opening Feb. 4: Region 1: Amarillo, El Paso and Odessa The following TABC offices are closed Feb. 3: Region 1: Abilene, Amarillo, El Paso, Lubbock and Odessa Region 2: Arlington, Denton, McKinney, Tyler and Wichita Falls Region 4: Austin, Belton, Bryan, Llano, New Braunfels, San Marcos and Waco Region 5: San Antonio
Read moreTABC's McAllen Office Will Have a Delayed Opening Jan. 21, 2022
Due to inclement weather, TABC's McAllen office will open at 10 a.m. Jan. 21, 2022.
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