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Texas Oil & Gas Association
The Texas Oil & Gas Association (TXOGA) is a statewide trade association representing every facet of the Texas oil and gas industry including small independents and major producers. Collectively, the membership of TXOGA produces approximately 90 percent of Texas’ crude oil and natural gas and operates the vast majority of the state’s refineries and pipelines. In fiscal year 2023, the Texas oil and natural gas industry supported over 480,000 direct jobs and paid $26.3 billion in state and local taxes and state royalties, funding our state’s schools, roads and first responders.
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Cleaner.
The oil and natural gas industry is producing the energy that powers modern life in cleaner and more efficient ways. Oil and natural gas companies have invested more in emission-reducing technologies than the rest of the private sector and the government combined. This unmatched contribution to protect and improve the environment shows how committed industry is to do its part to address climate concerns.
of natural gas is captured, with less than 1% flared in Texas
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increased use of natural gas is the #1 reason CO2 emissions have decreased in the U.S.
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Stronger.
Oil and natural gas development and infrastructure creates high-paying jobs, generates revenues unmatched by other industries in Texas, and supports economic growth in Texas communities. Oil and natural gas companies pay billions of dollars in state and local taxes each year, which funds the development and improvement of Texas’ roads and highway infrastructure, public education, emergency response services, healthcare facilities and more.
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Better.
Texas is the #1 producer of oil and natural gas in the U.S., providing energy independence and national security. Oil and natural gas activity benefits every Texan – whether you live near the oil patch or not. The impact oil and natural gas activity has on the wellbeing of our state is incredible.
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Leadership
Our LeaderShip
Todd Staples
President
Todd Staples was named President of the Texas Oil and Gas Association in November of 2014. Founded in 1919, TXOGA is the oldest and largest oil and gas trade association in Texas representing every facet of the industry. In order to continue a positive jobs and growth environment that oil and natural gas provides for Texas, TXOGA must be a modern-day voice for the industry.
