New Year’s Day Holiday Schedule

In observance of the New Year holiday, the Railroad Commission of Texas will close at 12:00 p.m. on Wednesday, December 31, 2025, and remain closed through Friday, January 2, 2026. Normal business operations will resume at 8:00 a.m. on Monday, January 5, 2026.

Emergency Contacts: Staff remain available to respond to emergencies. For emergencies, call toll-free at 844-773-0305.

2016 Texas Westmoreland Coal Company Receives Coal Mining Reclamation Award

The Railroad Commission of Texas has awarded the 2016  Reclamation Award to Texas Westmoreland Coal Company (TWCC) for their Jewett Mine DS E-11 Civil Structure. The civil structure describes TWCC’s implementation of general geomorphic reclamation principles in stream channel restoration at the Jewett Mine. The award was presented to TWCC by Chairman David Porter, Commissioner Christi Craddick and Commissioner Ryan Sitton on March 29, 2016.  

Westmoreland Coal Company representatives awarded by RRC Commissioners.

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