Official X account for the Railroad Commission of Texas. The RRC has jurisdiction over oil & gas, surface mining, pipelines, and alternative fuels
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Earlier today, the RRC welcomed representatives from the @TXGLO and the @NeeleySchoolTCU to our headquarters for an in‑depth discussion on coastal orphan wells.
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The meeting underscored the importance of strong coordination between state agencies and academic partners to enhance environmental protection and support long‑term energy stewardship across the state.
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Our Team, Your Texas Spotlight 📷
Meet Theresa, Director of Operations at the RRC!
Behind the scenes, Theresa helps keep the RRC running smoothly. As Director of Operations, she ensures the agency has the resources and support it needs to serve Texans.
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Her division oversees procurement, contracts, fleet management and day-to-day operations that support every department across the agency!
#OurTeamYourTexas #EmployeeSpotlight #RRC #MeetTheTeam
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Summer is just 10 days away and Texas is showing off again! This beautiful Gaillardia was spotted by RRC staff while out in the field.
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#ThrowbackThursday
Before today's digital monitoring systems, oilfield operations depended on skilled workers like Pumper Reece to oversee daily activities. Crews used time clocks and handwritten records to track production and ensure everything ran smoothly.
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Every shift played a role in building Texas' energy future.
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Yesterday, Chairman Wright met with Alberta's Minister of Energy and participated in several executive roundtable discussions, during which he highlighted the Texas energy miracle and emphasized that strong North American energy partnerships can drive global stability.
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Our One Agency, One Team series continued this month with a presentation from the Office of General Counsel.
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Employees learned how the Office of General Counsel serves as the agency's legal advisor and supports the Commission through legal guidance, rulemaking, ethics, open records, hearings and more.
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The series strengthens collaboration across the agency and helps employees better understand how each division contributes to the RRC's mission.
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The RRC is proud to work alongside the Texas General Land Office on this Coastal Protection Project in Baffin Bay.
🚨 The first of six orphaned wells in Baffin Bay has been successfully plugged.
Commissioner Buckingham is proud to share that the GLO and the @txrrc have successfully plugged the first of six orphaned wells in Baffin Bay as a part of a current Coastal Protection Project.
"Baffin Bay is a world-renowned destination for Texas-style eco-tourism, including trophy-sized redfish and speckled trout fishing, as well as premier duck and dove hunting.
Removing the six orphaned wells in Baffin Bay, four of which are leaking and pose a threat to this vital area, will help ensure these coastal waters support Texas communities and businesses for generations to come." - Commissioner Buckingham
More details here:
glo.texas.gov/about-glo/pres…
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Chairman Jim Wright joined industry leaders at the 2026 Global Energy Show in Calgary to discuss the future of North America’s energy system.
The conference focused on energy security, investment, affordability, technology innovation and the shifting global energy landscape.
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On this episode of Texas Energy on Track, hear firsthand how the STOPTheft Task Force is helping to defend Texas’ oil and gas industry from theft and fraud.
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Tune in to learn why the task force was created, how it was formed and the vital role it plays in detecting, preventing and combating oilfield theft across Texas.
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🏀 It’s game night! As the Spurs and Knicks take the court tonight in the NBA Finals, here’s a fun fact:
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The iconic squeak you hear during a basketball game comes from the interaction between synthetic rubber shoe soles and the court’s polyurethane finish—both made possible by petroleum-based products.
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From the shoes on the court to the energy that helps power the arena, Texas energy helps keep the game moving. ⛽🏀
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