From Texastribune · · 1m 10s
Texas oil industry welcomes Railroad Commissioner Jon Rosenthal
Texas oil industry leaders welcome Jon Rosenthal as Railroad Commissioner to implement stricter regulations on flaring and orphan wells.
In brief
Texas oil industry leaders welcome Jon Rosenthal as Railroad Commissioner to implement stricter regulations on flaring and orphan wells. Texas oil industry leaders support Jon Rosenthal's new role as Railroad Commissioner to regulate flaring, orphan wells, and industrial wastewater. Originally reported by Texastribune.
Rosenthal wins Railroad Commissioner seat
Rosenthal, a Cypress Democrat and state representative, won the Railroad Commissioner seat after a campaign focused on energy reforms.
Industry leaders welcome Rosenthal
Oil industry associations say Rosenthal's expertise and policy proposals align with their interests despite being the first Democrat in 30 years.
Rosenthal's policy priorities
Rosenthal plans to ban oil company donations to commission candidates, raise salaries, and publish commission calendars and meeting details.
Orphan wells and flaring reforms
Rosenthal aims to plug orphan wells, ban flaring, and incentivize gas capture for sale while monitoring groundwater.
Industry response to Rosenthal
Ben Shepperd, president of Permian Basin Petroleum Association, expects Rosenthal to advance regulations on orphan wells and water usage.
Texas oil industry's economic concerns
Texas oil and gas industry leaders say sustained production is critical for economic security and energy independence.
The headline
Texas oil industry leaders support Jon Rosenthal's new role as Railroad Commissioner to regulate flaring, orphan wells, and industrial wastewater.
