permission to enter his/her artwork (“Artwork”) in the Take Care of Texas Kids Art Contest (“Contest”). I warrant and represent that my child and I have complied with the Official Contest and Design Rules. We understand the artwork must be submitted on 8.5”x11” paper and include the “Take Care of Texas. It’s the only one we’ve got.” slogan and illustrate positive ways Texans can help keep our air and water clean, conserve water and energy, and reduce waste.

I agree that the Artwork will not be returned and is the property of the Texas Commission on Environmental Quality (TCEQ). The copyright and all other rights, title, and interest in the Artwork shall be owned by TCEQ. I agree that TCEQ and any successors, licensees and assignees there to shall have the non-exclusive and perpetual right, but not the obligation, to use my child’s name, photograph, voice, likeness, and similar characteristics of his/her identity for advertising, publicity, promoting, selling, and other related purposes in connection with TCEQ both during and after the Contest. I agree to cooperate with TCEQ by providing appropriate photographs and biographical information, if and as reasonably requested. I understand that certain winners may be invited to attend TCEQ events.

I agree that TCEQ is not liable for any injuries, damages, claims, demands, actions or causes of action whatsoever which may arise out of or relate in any way to my child winning, acceptance or use of any prize, or the Contest (“Liabilities”), and I agree to forever release, discharge, indemnify, hold harmless and defend TCEQ from any such Liabilities.