Podcasts about railroad commission

The recent Trump move against Venezuela, even at this early stage, is already a model for disastrous geopolitical planning. Did we really need to disrupt a neighboring country by plucking away its leader, in order to seize oilfields full of substandard oil and in a complete state of infrastructure decay - at a moment when there's a glut of supply? While that baseline answer might seem clear, the situation is a complete mess, and Texas stands to be right in the middle of it. Joining us to try and unravel it all for this talk, we welcome Houston State Representative and Democratic nominee for the Texas Railroad Commission Jon Rosenthal, and Progress Texas-endorsed former Railroad Commission candidate and petroleum science expert Bill Burch.Learn more about Rep. Rosenthal and his campaign at https://jonrosenthaltx.com/.Thanks for listening! Learn more about Progress Texas and how you can support our ongoing work at https://progresstexas.org/.

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In this episode we answer questions submitted by @josephlong2991, Maria, Stephen, @robwilliams3602, Susan, Bob, and Wesley ranging from finding shut-in wells in Texas using the Railroad Commission's inactive well aging report, advice on ownership structures and why S Corporations are not common with mineral ownership, payment disputes and division order challenges, royalty payment verification, pooling agreements in Texas, and more! As always, the links to the resources mentioned in this episode can be found in the show notes at mineralrightspodcast.com.

We've said it before, and we'll say it again: the Texas Railroad Commission has nothing to do with railroads. It's called that because the petroleum sector and their allies in the Texas Legislature would just as soon you didn't know that the Commission does regulate energy matters in Texas - matters of immense financial and environmental consequence, which under Republican control over the last 30 years, has basically meant a regulatory rubber stamp for that industry.Houston State Rep. Jon Rosenthal, an expert in the field himself, is looking to make a change at the Texas Railroad Commission, and he joined us for a talk to explain why and how he'd like to achieve that goal.Learn more about Rep. Rosenthal and his campaign at https://jonrosenthaltx.com/.Thanks for listening! Learn more about Progress Texas and how you can support our ongoing work at https://progresstexas.org/.

It is time for our recap of the Texas Legislative Session when it comes to agriculture.  Our friend, J Pete Laney, is back with us once again.  J Pete and I talk through several key bills related to Texas agriculture this session.  It's always fun to chat with J Pete and get his on-the-ground knowledge about what's going on in Austin. Do note this episode was recorded on August 25, 2025.  With the ongoing special session, there may have been changes to bills considered in the special session since this time.  In particular, this is true for HB 27 related to groundwater in the Trinity Valley Groundwater Conservation District. Contact Info for J Pete Laney (website) http://www.jpetelaneylaw.com/ (phone) 512-473-0404 Links to Topics Mentioned on the Show Senate Bills  SB 7 - Relating to the oversight and financing of certain water infrastructure matters under the jurisdiction of the Texas Water Development Board. SB 17 - Relating to the purchase or acquisition of an interest in real property by certain aliens or foreign entities; creating a criminal offense; providing a civil penalty. SB 34 - Relating to funding for certain volunteer fire departments, to the preparation for and the prevention, management, and potential effects of wildfires, and to emergency communications in this state. SB 261 - Relating to a prohibition on the offering for sale and the sale of cell-cultured protein for human consumption; providing civil and criminal penalties. SB 503 - Relating to the establishment of an electronic registry of livestock marks and brands. SB 541 - Relating to cottage food production operations.  (Check out the Farm Ranch Freedom Alliance for more information on these changes!) SB 767 - Relating to creating a database of the firefighting equipment in the state available for use in responding to wildfires. SB 868 - Relating to the allocation of money appropriated to the rural volunteer fire department assistance program SB 886 - Relating to the production, sale, and use of certain agricultural products containing perfluoroalkyl and polyfluoroalkyl substances (PFAS); creating a criminal offense SB 1035 - Relating to equitable relief from the enforcement of certain governmental requirements that affect agricultural operations.   House Bills HB 27 - Relating to a groundwater study of certain aquifers underlying the territory of the Trinity Valley Groundwater Conservation District by the Texas Water Developement Board before the issuance of permits or permit amendments by the district.  HB 43 - Relating to the Texas Agricultural Finance Authority and certain programs administered by the authority.  (Also see article written on this bill by Kody Bessent) HB 49 - Relating to the treatment and beneficial use of fluid oil and gas waste and related material, including a limitation on liability for that treatment or use. HB 99 - Relating to the repeal of or limitations on certain state and local taxes, including school district maintenance and operations ad valorem taxes, the enactment of state and local value added taxes, related school finance reform, and directing the comptroller to identify alternatives to local ad valorem taxes; imposing taxes. HB 143- Relating to the authority of the Railroad Commission of Texas and the Public Utility Commission of Texas to address a failure by an operator to maintain an electrical power line serving a well site or certain surface facilities in accordance with the National Electrical Code. HB 144 - Relating to plans for the management and inspection of distribution poles. HB 145 - Relating to risk mitigation planning and associated liability for providers of electric service; providing an administrative penalty. HB 1244 - Relating to the eligibility of land to continue to be appraised for ad valorem tax purposes as qualified open-space land following a transfer to a person who uses the land in materially the same way as the former owner and to late applications for such appraisal filed by the new owner of the land. HB 1399 - Relating to an exemption from ad valorem taxation of tangible personal property consisting of animal feed held by the owner of the property for sale at retail. HB 1592 - Relating to an alert system for dangerous plant and wildlife pests and diseases administered by the Texas A&M AgriLife Extension Service. HB 1633 - Relating to the criteria considered by groundwater conservation districts before granting or denying a permit or permit amendment. HB 1674 - Relating to the production, sale, and use of certain agricultural products containing perfluoroalkyl and polyfluoroalkyl substances (PFAS); creating a criminal offense. HB 2018 - Relating to the Texas Farm and Ranch Lands Conservation Program. HB 4163  - Realting to the applicability fo certain city requirements to agricultural operations (under Texas Right to Farm Act) HB 5560 - Relating to penalties in certain suits involving a groundwater conservation district; increasing a penalty. Bert's BBQ  Cooper's BBQ   Podcast Sponsors Capital Farm Credit,  AgTrust Farm Credit, Texas Corn Producers, Braun & Gresham, Plains Land Bank, Plateau Land & Wildlife Management, AgTexas, and Texas Farm Bureau

Wayne Christian, Texas Railroad Commissioner, stops by the Energy Impacts podcast, and we will cover all of the critical oil, gas, and regulatory updates from the Texas Railroad Commissioner.In this fast-paced and candid conversation, Commissioner Christian shares powerful insights on Texas's dominant role in U.S. energy production, the fragile future of the electric grid, the real costs of wind and solar, and why misguided climate policies are putting reliability and taxpayers at risk. From the Permian Basin's future to legislative battles over energy equity, this episode is a must-listen for anyone tracking the crossroads of policy, energy, and economics.This is a critical time, and this update you won't want to miss.Highlights of the Podcast00:00 – Introduction and Commissioner Wayne Christian's background01:36 – History of the Railroad Commission as an environmental agency04:54 – Importance of oil & gas to economy and modern life07:02 – Grid stability post-Winter Storm Uri08:16 – The risk of over-reliance on renewables in Texas10:31 – IRA subsidies, failed legislation, and unfair energy market rules13:36 – Commission funding and orphan well challenges16:50 – Environmentalism as “religion” and conflicts with human benefit18:36 – Wind/solar decommissioning costs and environmental damage21:38 – Carbon capture criticism and taxpayer impact26:08 – Deregulation, shareholder control, and lobby influence29:47 – Consolidation in Permian Basin and economic disincentives33:29 – Remaining reserves, oil efficiency, and regulatory contradiction36:41 – Closing remarks and final thanks

California's high-speed rail project has turned into a $128 billion nightmare, and somehow officials are still acting like everything's going according to plan. What was supposed to be completed in 2020 hasn't even finished a single mile of track—not one mile—after burning through $6.9 billion in taxpayer money.In this video, we break down the federal Railroad Commission report that exposes this train to nowhere for what it really is: a colossal boondoggle with no viable path forward. The project has exploded from $30 billion to $128 billion—a mind-boggling $100 billion overrun—while creating nothing but excuses and bureaucratic finger-pointing. The Biden administration allocated $4 billion more, but even that's on the chopping block as the new Transportation Secretary demands accountability.How does a government project balloon by over 300% with zero miles of completed track? What happens when California inevitably comes begging for more taxpayer money? This is exactly the kind of government waste that drives hardworking taxpayers crazy. Hit subscribe if you're tired of watching your money disappear into these bureaucratic black holes, and let me know in the comments what you think should happen to this project.

Wayne Christian is a politician and financial planner who has served as a member of the Railroad Commission of Texas since 2017. A member of the Republican Party, Christian formerly served in the Texas House of Representatives for the 9th district, which included Jasper, Nacogdoches, Sabine, San Augustine, and Shelby counties in East Texas.

Oil and gas companies are a big part of Houston and Texas, but who's going to pay for the growing cost to clean up abandoned oil wells? We're watching that. Plus, what's in and what's out for 2025 in H-Town? Host Raheel Ramzanlali and executive producer Laura Isensee team up to break down those stories. And you won't believe today's Only in H-Town, where rats are eating up thousands of pounds of marijuana in storage at the Houston Police Department. Stories we talked about on today's show:  The Railroad Commission's $100M request poses a potential challenge for Texas taxpayers The Forgotten Consequences of the Texas Oil Boom Houston's 2025 crawfish season looks promising, according to caterers, experts Music Legends and Rising Stars Collide: The 2025 RODEOHOUSTON® Unveils Epic Entertainment Lineup Houston drivers spent almost 50 hours in rush hour traffic last year What development zones are – and how Houston uses them to drive growth America has a loneliness epidemic. Here are 6 steps to address it 'The rats are the only ones enjoying it' | Houston to clear outdated police evidence Learn more about the sponsors of this January 14th episode here: Holocaust Museum Houston Museum of Fine Arts Downtown Houston+ Looking for more Houston news? Then sign up for our morning newsletter Hey Houston  Follow us on Instagram  @CityCastHouston Don't have social media? Then leave us a voicemail or text us at +1 713-489-6972 with your thoughts! Have feedback or a show idea? Let us know!  Interested in advertising with City Cast? Let's Talk! Photo: Elizabeth Conley/Houston Chronicle via Getty Images Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

“Failure to properly mark the underground pipeline” is to blame for the July 16 gas explosion in Floresville, says the official report from The Texas Railroad Commission. The report, dated Nov. 15, reveals exactly what led to the gas explosion, from gas leak to the explosion which destroyed one H Street home and severely damaged several others. (See “Floresville officials continue investigation into gas explosion,” July 24 Wilson County News). According to the investigation: •11:30 a.m. — A third-party contractor was performing excavation to install telecommunications for Rise Broadband when a CenterPoint Energy gas pipeline was punctured. •11:45 a.m. —...Article Link

The Texas Railroad Commission says “failure to properly mark the underground pipeline” is to blame for the July 16 gas explosion that damaged homes in Floresville.   The Railroad Commission's report, dated Nov. 15, reveals what led to the gas explosion, which destroyed one H Street home and severely damaged several others.  According to the report, a third-party contractor was performing excavation to install telecommunications for Rise Broadband, when a CenterPoint Energy gas distribution pipeline was punctured. The report indicates that the operator's line locator failed to mark the underground pipeline accurately. Floresville City Manager Andy Joslin advised that the...Article Link

Brian Phillips and Texas Railroad Commissioner Wayne Christian discuss the role of the Railroad Commission, the Inflation Reduction Act, the Texas energy grid, and ESG.3:18 Commissioner Christian's thoughts on the election results and what's to come7:14 Efficient Energy Creating and Usage8:21 What will it be like in having a partner in energy policy in Washington, D.C instead of a foe?11:38 What is the Railroad Commission's approach to both encouraging energy development and making sure Texas' consumers are protected?13:14 What is the role of the Texas Railroad Commission?14:53 What efforts are made in educating the public about energy creating and efficiency?17:35 Green New Deal, Inflation Reduction Act and other farces that mean the same thing24:41 Lessons learned from Winter Storm Uri in 2021 aka “Snowmaggedon”29:32 What is the Texas Reliable Energy Caucus?33:21 ESG - What is it and what threats does it impose?36:46 The Federal Energy Super Team that President Elect Trump is assembling 38:25 In what ways does the Railroad Commission protect the water supply for Texans?

Katherine Culbert is the Democratic nominee for Texas Railroad Commission, challenging longtime incumbent Christi Craddick. Culbert has dedicated her life to the study of mitigating risk - and she sees a direct link between the massive donations made by companies like Houston's Centerpoint to Republican officials, including those on the Railroad Commission, and lax oversight which likely led to vulnerabilities in Houston's power grid - resulting in almost two dozen deaths as a relatively weak Hurrican Beryl knocked the city for a loop. Join us for a closer look at how profits, not people, dictate what happens at all levels of the Texas energy sector, and to learn how YOUR vote could be a catalyst for change. Learn more about Katherine Culbert and her campaign at https://www.katherine4texas.com/. Thanks for listening! Learn more about Progress Texas and support our ongoing work at https://progresstexas.org/.

In this episode, TXOGA President Todd Staples and Shana Joyce, Vice President of Government and Regulatory Affairs are joined by Diamondback Energy Senior Vice President of Completions Hunter Landers and Vice President of Production Nathan Luoma for an overview of the upstream process, also known as exploration and production, through which oil and natural gas is found and extracted from the ground. Also in this episode, this discussion highlights the use of fracking in oil and natural gas extraction, as well as the processes in place to ensure safety and groundwater protection.--TXOGA: LNG Exports Have Had No Impact on Domestic Energy Costs, TXOGA Economic Analysis FindsTXOGA: TXOGA Talks, Episode 3: The Four P'sDiamondback Energy: Overview of Diamondback OperationsTexans for Natural Gas: Fracking 101Texas Monthly: George Mitchell was a Texas A&M graduate who was known as the “pioneer of shale”. Mitchell is credited with pioneering the economic extraction of shale gas using the fracking technique.Railroad Commission of Texas: Hydraulic fracturing has been an environmentally safe process for more than 60 years in Texas. The Railroad Commission has a comprehensive regulatory framework to ensure usable quality groundwater is protected. Commission records do not indicate a single documented groundwater contamination case associated with the process of hydraulic fracturing in Texas.Railroad Commission of Texas: Information and Statistics on the Permian BasinEnergy Information Administration: Drilling Productivity Report: Petroleum & Other Liquids

The news of Texas covered today includes:Our Lone Star story of the day: Votebeat broke one of the strangest stories I have read in a while last week that was then picked up by other Texas outlets. “Texas counties surprise surcharge from voter registration software vendor.”Counties should not be late on their payments but why did the firm not shakedown clients in other states too? And more importantly, why has is the Texas Secretary of State's system been allowed to be so bad since an audit pointed out such way back in 2007?There is room for much criticism on this issue. The failed state system is making taxpayers pay twice for the same, or similar, service!Our Lone Star story of the day is sponsored by Allied Compliance Services providing the best service in DOT, business and personal drug and alcohol testing since 1995.Oil and gas rig count increased by 7 in Texas last week. And, the Railroad Commission reports that 2023 was another record-breaking year for Texas oil and gas production.Two Denton ISD elementary school principals indicted for illegal electioneering. About time!Some conservative Texas House legislators have proposed a new “Contract with Texas” and the Lefty Texas Tribune characterizes such as: “House Republicans issue demands for next Texas speaker.”Attorney General Paxton sues Harris County over its new “guaranteed income” welfare scheme.Listen on the radio, or station stream, at 5pm Central. Click for our radio and streaming affiliates.www.PrattonTexas.com

Petroleum Engineer Bill Burch, a Texas Railroad Commissioner Candidate, exposes the lax oil sector regulation poisoning our groundwater, ranch land, farmland, and more. --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/politicsdoneright/message

I know I have been absent for a while, but this was just too important of a conversation to have not to make time for it. I hope you learn something, and not just anxiety inducing stuff, but something to be hopeful for. You'll likely recall our recent brush with seismic activity - that should be our wake up call. That's the message candidate and guest Bill Burch is arguing, and you'll be glad someone with this much industry knowledge and experience is ready to push us onto a better path. Check out the convo and then check out more info on Bill below.Want to learn more about Bill?Website:https://burch4trrc.com/Want to reach me?Email: theelpasobeat@gmail.comFB/IG/Threads: @theelpasobeat

How much does the Boeing financial shenanigans do with their barrage of malfunctions? Basal capitalism? Bill Burch exposes the time bomb that is the million+ wells in Texas. --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/politicsdoneright/message

EPA Finalizes New Methane Rule That Will Cut Oil and Gas Pollution in Texas  Washington, DC – Today, the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) finalized critical Clean Air Act protections against methane and other harmful pollution from the oil and gas industry. These safeguards—which include first-ever standards for existing equipment while also strengthening standards for new equipment—are the culmination of years of advocacy by Sierra Club and its allies.  Methane is a potent greenhouse gas that has more than 80 times the climate-warming power of carbon dioxide over a 20-year period, driving approximately one-third of the planet's warming to date. Each year, the U.S. oil and gas sector emits 16 million metric tons of methane as well as other damaging pollutants that cause smog and soot and air toxins like benzene and formaldehyde, which cause cancer. No state produces more oil and gas than Texas, which released more than 564 billion cubic feet of methane in 2019 alone. A recent satellite analysis of the Permian Basin found that Texas emitted twice as much methane as the gas industry in New Mexico, which has state-level pollution regulations. Unfortunately, neither the Texas Railroad Commission, which regulates oil and gas production, nor the Texas Commission on Environmental Quality have enacted rules or standards to lower these emissions. Thus, the federal rule could have more impact on Texas than any other state, and Texas organizations are celebrating with cautious optimism.   “We know that Texas state agencies have ignored the problem of methane from the oil and gas industry for decades, and we expect Gov. Abbott and Attorney General Paxton will spend taxpayer money to challenge this rule that would only be beneficial for the state,” said Sierra Club Lone Star Chapter's Conservation Director Cyrus Reed. “The finalization of the EPA's methane rule can make a real difference for frontline communities in Texas facing pollution, and for our climate, and we appreciate the efforts of the Biden Administration to finally require the oil and gas industry to deal with this massive air pollution. We will legally fight any attempt to roll back this important rule and insist that the state of Texas implement it as soon as possible.” “Texas' oil and gas oversight agency, the Railroad Commission of Texas, has no clear process for rejecting venting and flaring requests,” said Commission Shift Executive Director Virginia Palacios. “It's clear that preventing waste and protecting public health are far from being held as priorities by the RRC, whose commissioners receive more than two-thirds of their campaign contributions from the same companies they grant flaring permits to. That's why we need strong federal rules to implement common-sense boundaries that will prevent air pollution and create jobs in Texas.”  "As we celebrate this milestone, we remain vigilant against potential challenges and will continue to advocate for even stronger measures to safeguard our climate, health, and environmental justice,” said Sheila Serna, climate science and policy director for the Rio Grande International Study Center. “Together, we must ensure the proper implementation and enforcement of these standards in Texas for the well-being of our communities and the preservation of our planet." According to EPA's analysis, the final standards are projected to avoid 58 million tons of methane emissions nationwide by 2038, as well as 16 million tons of volatile organic compounds and 590,000 tons of air toxins. These reductions will come from requirements for: Strengthened leak detection.Repair of all wells regardless of size or operation status and up until they are permanently plugged in.Installation of non-polluting pneumatic equipment.A phased-in prohibition on routine flaring of gas at new wells.Program to leverage third-party monitoring data to identify and stop large emission events.During a robust comment period at the start of this year, a broad coalition of supporters of the methane rule submitted over 400,000 comments – more than 16,000 of which came from Sierra Club members and volunteers – urging EPA to finalize and implement the strongest possible protections for health and welfare. Now, Sierra Club and coalition partners will work to defend the rule against attacks from fossil fuel interests and their political allies, as well as to ensure that the final standards are properly implemented and enforced to protect communities from the impacts of oil and gas pollution.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

New Texas schoolbooks are raising concerns about the long-term implications for attitudes about climate change. The state-appointed board now running Houston’s independent school district is dealing with more than what’s happening in the classroom, but also struggling to regain trust. Apple weighs in on a push to give consumers the right to repair their gadgets. […] The post Why is Texas' Railroad Commission wading into school textbook policy? appeared first on KUT & KUTX Studios -- Podcasts.

The news of Texas covered today includes:Our Lone Star story of the day: The ousting of U.S. House Speaker McCarthy is being compared to dissatisfaction in the Texas House with Speaker Phelan. While some small things are similar, it is a very different situation. I'll discuss what's happened and why critics on all sides have legitimate arguments. GOP's ‘Anti-Establishment' Racket: All Complaints, No Accomplishments McCarthy's defeat is a victory for despotism Stopgap Passage Results In Vacating McCarthy's Speakership Kilmeade grills Burchett if he feels ‘good' about voting to oust McCarthy as speaker Steve Scalise Announces Run For Speaker Of The House Jim Jordan makes bid for House speaker Texas' Troy Nehls Will Nominate Donald Trump for Speaker of the House First Move By Interim Speaker Patrick McHenry Is To Evict Nancy Pelosi From ‘Hideaway' Our Lone Star story of the day is sponsored by Allied Compliance Services providing the best service in DOT, business and personal drug and alcohol testing since 1995.Christi Craddick to run for re-election to Railroad Commission.HD77: El Paso city Rep. Alexsandra Annello joins those running for Texas House District 77.Listen on the radio, or station stream, at 5pm Central. Click for our radio and streaming affiliates.www.PrattonTexas.com

Operators of oil and gas wells in Wilson and Atascosa counties are among 125 facing enforcement action by the Railroad Commission of Texas. The Railroad Commission assessed ,335,764 in fines Aug. 29 against well operators and businesses. A total of 49 dockets involved 4,278 in penalties after operators failed to appear at Commission enforcement proceedings. Master Default Orders have been issued for: •Dominion Production Co. LLC, for two wells in Wilson County — one in the Visto (Austin) Field, and another in the Marcelina Creek (Austin Chalk) Field; the operator is ordered to plug the wells, place the lease into...Article Link

This week Mark and Paige cover: The DOE Is Betting Big On A Geothermal Game-Changer In Utah https://oilprice.com/Alternative-Energy/Geothermal-Energy/The-DOE-Is-Betting-Big-On-A-Geothermal-Game-Changer-In-Utah.html Russia Expands Oil Exports To China Via Arctic https://oilprice.com/Latest-Energy-News/World-News/Russia-Expands-Oil-Exports-To-China-Via-Arctic.html Shell And BP's Green Commitments Questioned In Greenpeace Report https://oilprice.com/Latest-Energy-News/World-News/Shell-And-BPs-Green-Commitments-Questioned-In-Greenpeace-Report.html BRICS Expansion Could Reshape Global Energy Markets https://oilprice.com/Geopolitics/International/BRICS-Expansion-Could-Reshape-Global-Energy-Markets.html Offshore Oil Workers Fall Ill as Heat Sears USA Gulf Coast https://www.rigzone.com/news/wire/offshore_oil_workers_fall_ill_as_heat_sears_usa_gulf_coast-23-aug-2023-173743-article/ UK Charges Former OPEC President With Bribery https://www.rigzone.com/news/wire/uk_charges_former_opec_president_with_bribery-22-aug-2023-173740-article/ Cheiron Hits Oil in the Gulf of Suez https://www.rigzone.com/news/cheiron_hits_oil_in_the_gulf_of_suez-23-aug-2023-173754-article/ Beach Energy Makes Gas Discovery in Australia https://www.rigzone.com/news/beach_energy_makes_gas_discovery_in_australia-23-aug-2023-173745-article/ Prairie Reports $2.4B Possible Reserves in Colorado https://www.rigzone.com/news/prairie_reports_24b_possible_reserves_in_colorado-22-aug-2023-173736-article/ Biden Tightens Offshore Rig Safety Rules Rolled Back By Trump https://oilprice.com/Energy/Energy-General/Biden-Tightens-Offshore-Rig-Safety-Rules-Rolled-Back-By-Trump.html Energy impacts of Gulf of Mexico hurricanes quantified https://www.bicmagazine.com/departments/hse/energy-impacts-of-gulf-of-mexico-hurricanes-quantified/ API condemns new recommended restrictions on offshore energy production https://www.bicmagazine.com/industry/regulations/api-condemns-new-recommended-restrictions-on-offshore-energy/ TC Energy shares sink on plans to spin off oil pipeline business https://www.bicmagazine.com/industry/pipelines/tc-energy-shares-sink-on-plans-to-spin-off-oil-pipeline-business/ Railroad Commission of Texas: Biden's plan for offshore wind farms in GOM threatens energy security https://www.worldoil.com/news/2023/8/16/railroad-commission-of-texas-biden-s-plan-for-offshore-wind-farms-in-gom-threatens-energy-security/ Brought to you on the Oil and Gas Global Network, the largest and most listened to podcast network for the oil and energy industry. Enjoying the show? Leave me a review here Don't forget to ask a question for our next First Friday Q&A. You ask the questions and we answer them. Have a question? Click here to ask.     The Weekly Rig Count by Baker Hughes https://rigcount.bakerhughes.com/rig-count-overview  More from OGGN ...PodcastsLinkedIn GroupLinkedIn Company PageGet notified about industry events   Paige Wilson LinkedInMark LaCour Facebook | Twitter | LinkedIn

In the first Republican debate of the new presidential election season, an issue top of mind for Texans – border policy – takes center stage. The Texas Department of Transportation is giving a final green light to a highway expansion in downtown Austin that would add at least four lanes and get rid of the […] The post Railroad Commission approves South Texas coal mine expansion appeared first on KUT & KUTX Studios -- Podcasts.

Brought to you on the Oil and Gas Global Network, the largest and most listened to podcast network for the oil and energy industry. Enjoying the show? Leave me a review here Don't forget to ask a question for our next First Friday Q&A. You ask the questions and we answer them. Have a question? Click here to ask. This week Mark and Paige cover    News articles Biden Administration Looks To Add 12 Million Barrels To The SPR This Year https://oilprice.com/Latest-Energy-News/World-News/Biden-Administration-Looks-To-Add-12-Million-Barrels-To-The-SPR-This-Year.html New Funding to Support BSEE Decom Contracts in Gulf of Mexico https://www.rigzone.com/news/new_funding_to_support_bsee_decom_contracts_in_gulf_of_mexico-14-jun-2023-173063-article/ Drunk Russian Captain Crashes Oil Tanker https://oilprice.com/Latest-Energy-News/World-News/Drunk-Russian-Captain-Crashes-Oil-Tanker.html Dam Rupture Poses No Threat to Ukraine's Nuclear Plant, IAEA Reports https://oilprice.com/Latest-Energy-News/World-News/Dam-Rupture-Poses-No-Threat-to-Ukraines-Nuclear-Plant-IAEA-Reports.html Exxon CEO Warns Overemphasis On Renewables Could Backfire https://oilprice.com/Latest-Energy-News/World-News/Exxon-CEO-Warns-Overemphasis-On-Renewables-Could-Backfire.html Indian Refiner Drops Expansion Plan To Focus On Petrochemicals https://oilprice.com/Latest-Energy-News/World-News/Indian-Refiner-Drops-Expansion-Plan-To-Focus-On-Petrochemicals.html U.S. Sanctions Iranian And Chinese Companies Over Ballistic Missiles https://oilprice.com/Latest-Energy-News/World-News/US-Sanctions-Iranian-And-Chinese-Companies-Over-Ballistic-Missiles.html UK Government Announces New Oil and Gas Tax Changes https://www.rigzone.com/news/uk_government_announces_new_oil_and_gas_tax_changes-12-jun-2023-173025-article/ Railroad Commission of Texas: Biden administration attempts to "shut down" U.S. oil, gas industry with Railway Safety Act https://www.worldoil.com/news/2023/6/8/railroad-commission-of-texas-biden-administration-attempts-to-shut-down-u-s-oil-gas-industry-with-railway-safety-act/ Offshore rig prices climb amidst deepwater drilling boom https://www.worldoil.com/news/2023/6/12/offshore-rig-prices-climb-amidst-deepwater-drilling-boom/ U.S. EPA seeks short-term delay to biofuel blending mandate final rule https://www.bicmagazine.com/industry/regulations/us-epa-seeks-short-term-delay-to-biofuel-blending-mandate/ Global oil demand to peak before the end of the decade as energy transition gathers pace, IEA says https://www.cnbc.com/2023/06/14/iea-global-oil-demand-to-peak-before-the-end-of-the-decade.html The Weekly Rig Count by Baker Hughes https://rigcount.bakerhughes.com/rig-count-overview  More from OGGN ...PodcastsLinkedIn GroupLinkedIn Company PageGet notified about industry events     Paige Wilson LinkedInMark LaCour Facebook | Twitter | LinkedIn

It's taken some time, but a couple in Idaho — and the Texas Farm Bureau and Railroad Commission, among others — are celebrating, following a U.S. Supreme Court ruling May 25. The Idaho couple, Mike and Chantell Sackett, can now build a home on land they purchased in Idaho. They'd been prevented from using their own land by a rule under the Clean Water Act. Dubbed “WOTUS” — for Waters of the U.S. — the rule gave the EPA and U.S. Army Corps of Engineers wide latitude in control over waterways, bodies of water, and wetlands across the country, due...Article Link

Texas Water Journal and Texas+Water Editor-in-Chief, Dr. Todd Votteler, talks with Jeremy Mazur, Senior Policy Advisor for Texas 2036, about water policy priorities in Texas. Mazur directs Texas 2036's work in the area of natural resources, which includes water, oil and gas, and energy.  Since joining Texas 2036 in September 2021, Mazur has played a leading role in Texas 2036's energy expansion project, charting an energy future that includes cleaner oil and gas and renewable sources of energy.  Mazur also directs research and policy development in water.  His current projects include a study on water markets, developing a strategic implementation plan for recent federal water legislation, and improving the state's infrastructure and resilience to extreme weather. Drawing on over 20 years of experience working in the Texas legislature and critical state agencies, Mazur works directly with state and legislative leaders on policy changes needed for Texas' energy and water future. Before coming to Texas 2036, his legislative career began in the late 20th century as a policy analyst with the Texas Sunset Advisory Commission. From there, he served as a Chief of Staff for Texas State Representative Bill Callegari and as Deputy Chief of Staff and Legislative Director for Texas State Senator Van Taylor.  He also served as Director of Governmental Relations for two state agencies essential to Texas' future: the Texas Water Development Board and, more recently, the Railroad Commission, Texas' leading oil and gas, pipeline safety, and surface mining regulator.

As lawmakers reconvene, prisoners statewide mount a hunger strike to protest state policies on solitary confinement. We’ll have the latest. Also a little noticed ruling by a federal judge in Texas that could have sweeping implications for Title Ten: the only federal program aimed as providing family planning services regardless of age, income or immigration […]

The news of Texas covered today includes:Our Lone Star story of the day: The real big story on Atmos Energy isn't Abbott calling for an investigation. It's that without his prompting the Railroad Commission had already launched an investigation on Tuesday – that's something many longtime political watchers would never have bet would happen. The Texan had the best story on this.Our Lone Star story of the day is sponsored by Allied Compliance Services providing the best service in DOT, business and personal drug and alcohol testing since 1995.Even Austin liberals love education choice and charter schools and data shows the charter schools benefit minorities most so, why do their Democrat politicians fight against all forms of public education choice?More pointing our Biden's border failures and hypocrisy.And, other news of Texas.Listen on the radio, or station stream, at 5pm Central. Click for our affiliates.www.PrattonTexas.com

As if it wasn't enough that Texas has some of the best wind resource, best solar resource, and largest shale oil and gas deposits in the world, the Lone Star State also has a great geothermal resource. Unlike the others resources, though, geothermal is yet to be tapped. That's about to change.The Texas Geothermal Alliance launched last year and has grown to nearly 50 members including major oil and gas companies, power generators, and pure play geothermal companies.  On Episode 4 of the Texas Power Podcast, host Doug Lewin is joined by Barry Smitherman, TxGEA's chairman and president. Barry's not new to the energy world in Texas though. He's the only Texan to ever chair both the Public Utility Commission of Texas and the Railroad Commission (which regulates oil and gas). He literally has a unique perspective.Barry and Doug talked about geothermal and how perfectly suited it is to a state that has drilled—get this—one million wells. They also discussed the ongoing PUC market design debates and discussions which are reaching a sort of crescendo as the PUC drives toward a January 12 decision just two days after the Texas Legislature gavels in for their biennial regular session. If you like the Texas Power Podcast, please leave a rating and review!The Texas Power Podcast is a production of Renewable Energy World and Clarion Energy. Check out our podcast for the solar industry, Factor This!You can connect with Texas Power Podcast host Doug Lewin on Twitter and LinkedIn.  

Texas+Water Editor-in-Chief Dr. Todd Votteler talks with Sarah Stogner, founder of Stogner Legal, about groundwater contamination issues in the oil and gas industry. Stogner is not just another lawyer. She forced Railroad Commission incumbent Wayne Christian into a runoff, winning over 300,000 Republican primary votes. She splits her time between the Permian Basin and Houston, representing operators, service companies, and landowners navigating the quagmire of oil and gas risk allocation issues. She graduated from Louisiana State University with a B.S. in International Trade and Finance in 2005 and a law degree in 2008.

The news of Texas covered today includes:Our Lone Star story of the day: It is General Election Day 2022 and I'll tell you what races in Texas to look for tonight and in the morning beyond the statewide races. Will Texas Dems get hammered with a reversal of gains from 2018 in the Legislature or will they hang on to the numbers they have?Just how non-Texan and Leftwing is the Democratic statewide ticket? Railroad Commissioner Wayne Christian's race demonstrates how radically anti-Texan the modern Dem Party is.Our Lone Star story of the day is sponsored by Allied Compliance Services providing the best service in DOT, business and personal drug and alcohol testing since 1995.Hobbs, NM defies the Leftwing Santa Fe Democrats and corrupt Gov. Lujan Grisham to pass a Sanctuary City for the Unborn Ordinance.Time is proving I was right on most everything associated with the Waco Twin Peaks shootings and the police and prosecution boondoggles associated with the event.And, other news of Texas.Listen on the radio, or station stream, at 5pm Central. Click for our affiliates.www.PrattonTexas.com

Jaime Andres Diez is fighting an uphill battle but it wouldn't be the first time he's come from nowhere to posing a legitimate political challenge, albeit this time on a much larger stage. The 26-year-old Libertarian candidate for the Texas Railroad Commission seat is battling against Republican incumbent Wayne Christian and upstart Democratic candidate Luke Warford. Diez is not necessarily a political neophyte, having taken second in a school board race in his native Brownsville. However the stakes are much different at the state level, he's running as a third party candidate and he's lacking in one major category compared to the other two in the race — Money. Diez isn't flinching and in today's episode discusses why he chose the Libertarian party, or perhaps why they chose him, his disenchantment with political groups that claim to help Hispanic candidates, his platform for Railroad Commission, fixing the state's renewable transmission problems and whether he has a viable shot at winning - or at the very least affecting the race. Learn more about Jaime Andres Diez.

With early voting numbers coming in lower than expected, leaders of both parties are looking for answers. Also a focus on one of the most consequential contests on the ballot when it comes to climate concerns, though with a name like The Railroad Commission, many may not realize it. And a new book documenting the […]

Want to support reporting on Texas politics that doesn't include the spin? Subscribe at https://thetexan.news/subscribe/ This week, senior reporter Brad Johnson interviewed Railroad Commission Chairman Wayne Christian. They discussed the Texas oil and gas industry, the Biden administration's regulation of the industry, and his race for a second term on the commission.Enjoy this content? Be sure to subscribe for similar interviews and The Texan's Weekly Roundup — a podcast released every Friday that brings you the latest news in Texas politics.

Warfield and Victoria, a father/daughter duo, discuss the Texas political scene with Jaime Diez, Libertarian Candidate for Texas Railroad Commission. What is the Railroad Commission? What is the Libertarian point-of-view on this position? Does Jaime offer real solutions, and will his youth impeded his ability to implement? All this and more, listen in! This Newsletter is Political is also available on OBBM Network Podcasts on Rumble here: https://rumble.com/c/c-1971254Subscribe to their substack here: https://thisnewsletterispolitical.substack.com/Support the show

Chuck chats with Jaime about his conversion from being a Democrat to a Libertarian, why the hell he would want to Railroad Commission, and how we can save the energy business.We're bringing together the builders and innovators in energy in October 2022. Get your tickets for Fuze today: https://bit.ly/Fuze-CYNAJ

Critics are skeptical about whether the new rules by the Railroad Commission will prevent another catastrophe like the power grid disaster in February 2021.

Chuck chats all things Railroad Commission with the Democratic Nominee, Luke Warford. And, as stupid as it sounds, the Railroad Commission regulates the oil and gas business in Texas.We're bringing together the builders and innovators in energy in October 2022. Get your tickets for Fuze today: https://bit.ly/Fuze-CYNAJ

The news of Texas covered today includes:Our Lone Star story of the day: Uber hypocrisy discovered in the campaign of take-her-top-off Sarah Stogner in the GOP runoff for Railroad Commission. While she's beat up Wayne Christian, whom I fully endorse for reelection, over taking campaign donations from interests with business that comes before the Commission, as they all do, Stogner's entire campaign appears to be backed by a "transgender" rancher with business before the Commission who has business before it as well. $2 million worth of funding!Our Lone Star story of the day is sponsored by Allied Compliance Services providing the best service in DOT, business and personal drug and alcohol testing since 1995.Grayson Quay writes: Here's to the Christian knuckle-draggers. Incidental to the main topic of the piece is this truthful (in context) and key line: "The purpose of nuance and dialogue is never to increase mutual understanding. It's to pull you further to the left."Poll shows astounding ignorance on Texas property taxes.And, other news of Texas.Listen on the radio, or station stream, at 5pm Central. Click for our affiliates.www.PrattonTexas.com 

Sarah Stogner is in a primary runoff against incumbent Wayne Christian for Railroad Commission of Texas. Sarah has been a oil and gas attorney for many years and is clearly passionate about winning the campaign! To learn more, visit her website here, and DEFINITELY follow her on social media: Twitter Facebook LinkedIn TikTok Instagram ________________ @bradswail austincitycouncilman.com Support the show on Patreon!

Choo choo! Lovett or Leave It: Live Or Else pulls into the station at Dallas's own The Factory in Deep Ellum. Railroad Commission candidate Luke Warford and producer Kendra James unpack the only thing more harrowing than energy companies coopting Texas Republicans: The Real Housewives of Dallas. Akilah Hughes gives all of us “Daddy Lessons” on Beyonce's best-of, and we share takes hotter than the Texas sun in July. Even the confused Lyle Lovett fans in the crowd had a great time. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

The news of Texas covered today includes:Our Lone Star story of the day: Governor Abbott should stop expensive to the taxpayer border security theater and, if spending our money, implement policies that measurably, effectively, and significantly slow illegal immigration into Texas. The idea that Abbott should be praised for doing things that bring political points but do not have an effect on actual illegal crossing into Texas is immoral and akin to the typical liberal demand on things “that we just do something” even if that something doesn't work.Today he's trying to claw his way out of his latest ill-advised truck safety inspection order that has slowed trade to a crawl further adding to inflation and the supply chain disruption that are harming Texans daily.Our Lone Star story of the day is sponsored by Allied Compliance Services providing the best service in DOT, business and personal drug and alcohol testing since 1995.Finally a judge rules that Texas cannot give illegal aliens in-state tuition discounts while making lawful Americans from out of state pay much more.Railroad Commission member Wayne Christian talks about U.S. energy independence as well as how his GOP Primary Runoff opponent is a Lefty.And, other news of Texas.Listen on the radio, or station stream, at 5pm Central. Click for our affiliates.www.PrattonTexas.com

This week on The Texan's “Weekly Roundup,” the team discusses Starbucks unionizing in Texas, a city revisiting a local ban on abortion after rejecting one in 2020, illegal immigration numbers in Biden's first year in office, the president of one of the world's largest financial companies addressing an accusation of divesting from fossil fuel businesses, controversy surrounding Title 42 and its potential end, public school funding adjustments, three Railroad Commission candidates speaking at an oil and gas convention, the Supreme Court siding with a Texas inmate on death row, lawmakers calling on the Board of Pardons and Paroles to recommend clemency to the governor, and one primary runoff election heating up as May approaches. Got questions for the reporting team? Email editor@thetexan.news — they just might be answered on next week's podcast.

This episode's guest is Tom Slocum. Tom is the Vice President of Trifecta Solutions where he has a focus on helping oil & gas operators with plug and abandonment, as well as a suite of other oilfield consulting services. Tom is also running for the open Texas Railroad Commissioner seat and has been campaigning the last few months. I met Tom through the club house app almost a year ago and always loved the passion that he would bring to his arguments. Regardless if you agree with his politics I have to respect a guy that is an advocate for his industry and willing to put himself out there for his cause.This episode is filled with discussions about Tom's views on Texas Energy policy and what he would bring to the table if he was elected to the Railroad Commission. We talk about the current issues that Texas is facing and ways to level the playing field between green energy and traditional energy sources. Hope you enjoy the show. Tom's Twitter: https://twitter.com/slocumfortexasTalk.Energy Podcast: https://talk.energy/ Twitter: https://twitter.com/max_gagliardi LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/talkenergy YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/c/TalkEnergyPodcast

Troy Tittlemier and Kelly Maddox Sutter are co-hosting the event on February 17th, 2022 at the Bush Center in Midland, Texas. In-person and virtual tickets are available now. The current commissioner of the Railroad Commission is Wayne Christian, he just served 6 years and is running for a second 6-year term! There are several other new candidates and we're going to dive into each of their stories next week. But this episode is all about Kelly and what we know about this event at this point. For certain, this is one of the most important times in RRC history to vote the right person in.

Tom Slocum joins Jason Spiess regarding his recent announcement running for Railroad Commission of Texas in 2022.  Slocum explains why he is running for office and how he would approach the position in a modern way. Slocum talks about introducing Bitcoin to well sites, repealing the Flared Gas Tax, making [...]

An informative discussion with Thomas Slocum, Candidate for Texas Railroad Commissioner. One of the first questions is what is the Texas Railroad Commission, and why is it important? Thomas covers the importance of the Railroad Commission to the entire Energy sector in Texas and the United States. We cover his views on ESG, social, and key energy issues. This vote matters and I had a blast visiting with Thomas! Understanding who you vote for is important. Besides he has some really cool dogs that wanted to be in the interview.Visit his website here: https://slocumfortexas.com/

Jason interviews Chrysta Castañeda, author of The Last Trial of T. Boone Pickens. Get the oil and gas industry insight from Chysta, the go-to lawyer for high stakes litigation in the energy industry and beyond. Chrysta shares her experience with T. Boone Pickens and her knowledge of the current oil market problems.  Before our guest today, Jason talks about Stimulus Maximus and how this plays into scarcity and utility. What makes an economic unit valuable? Key Takeaways: [3:30] “Luxury Weather”  [4:45] How many tenants paid their rent with a credit card? [6:20] Litigation is a form of human rights [7:15] Stimulus Maximus - Senate passed a $484 billion stimulus package [9:30] What makes any economic unit valuable is scarcity and utility  [11:30] In terms of scarcity and utility, what's to come of the dollar? [14:00] Private Podcast in the Members Only JHU [16:30] What happened with Pickens and how did the investment deal go bad? [20:40] "As we saw the financial markets plummet, so did the oil market" [21:30] Suadi Arabia and Russia are starting a supply war with oil, which was already oversupplied [23:30] There is a coordinated market mechanism for oil production limitations [26:40] Brief history about the name "Railroad Commission" [29:00] Will we shift to a larger work-from-home community? Websites: www.LastTrialofTBoonePickens.com 1-800-HARTMAN www.JasonHartman.com Jason Hartman Quick Start Jason Hartman PropertyCast (Libsyn) Jason Hartman PropertyCast (iTunes) Jason Hartman's Blogcast

China gets all sneaky on air pollution, the Railroad Commission gets pushback, and… wait for it… OIL AND GAS GLOBAL NETWORK – OGGN – IS LIVE!!! CLICK HERE TO LISTEN NOW Bulwark Has A Winner! Jon Rodiek, Engineer at Atwood Oceanics… Guess what?!