Holiday Office Closure

In observance of the Christmas holidays, Railroad Commission of Texas offices will be closed December 23-27. The offices will re-open at 8 a.m. on Monday, December 30 for regular business. Expedited Drilling Permits will be processed within standard processing times. If assistance is needed, please email Drillingpermits-info@rrc.texas.gov.
RRC maintains a 24-hour emergency phone line to report any leaks or spills. That number is 844-773-0305

Happy Holidays!

Government Relations

Printable Overview

Government Relations serves as the Railroad Commission of Texas’ (RRC) liaison with state leadership and members of the Texas Legislature on matters of policy affecting the agency and constituent affairs. During legislative sessions, government relations identifies and monitors important issues and legislation that could affect the RRC and industries that fall under the jurisdiction of the agency. The division also works closely with partner state agencies on issues of mutual interest or jurisdiction, when necessary.

RRC Energy Minute

The Government Relations Division distributes the RRC Energy Minute to members and staff of the Texas Legislature to provide monthly updates on agency activities.  Current and past editions of the RRC Energy Minute are available below.

Energy Minute



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