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2023 Annual Energy & Economic Impact Report

Texas Oil and Natural Gas Industry Pays History-Making $26.3 Billion in State and Local Taxes, State Royalties Texas Rewrites its Oil & Natural Gas Record Book: Highest-Ever Totals in Production, Exports, Refining Outcomes, Crude Oil Supply, Tax Revenue TXOGA President Staples: “American Energy Leadership Starts in Texas” TXOGA Annual Energy & Economic Impact Report Shows:…

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February 2026: TXOGA Month in Review

Check out our Month in Review for September below to see how TXOGA was busy advocating for the Texas oil and natural gas industry

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The Texas Effect: How Texas-led American Energy Dominance Keeps America Safe, Ready

AUSTIN – The American energy dominance that starts in Texas gives the United States options that keep our nation strong, our military ready and our allies supplied, according to a statement released this morning by the Texas Oil & Gas Association (TXOGA). “Energy security is national security. At a time when geopolitical tensions, including military action…

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Op-Ed: Oil & Gas Results, Not Rhetoric, Drive Progress in Texas

By: Todd Staples, President of the Texas Oil & Gas Association As Texas enters 2026 amid global volatility, persistent inflation pressures, and renewed political debate over how we power our economy, one fact remains clear: progress in Texas is driven by results, not rhetoric. After more than 20 years in public service and over a…

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2026 Texas Primary Election

In this episode, TXOGA President Todd Staples is joined by the 75th Speaker of the House Dennis Bonnen for a breakdown of the upcoming March...

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January 2026: TXOGA Month in Review

Check out our Month in Review for September below to see how TXOGA was busy advocating for the Texas oil and natural gas industry

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Texas Upstream Oil and Gas Employment Steady in 2025 Despite Market Headwinds

AUSTIN – Texas upstream oil and gas employment remained essentially flat in 2025, even as producers continued to deliver strong output amid challenging market conditions, according to data released by the Texas Workforce Commission. Through November 2025, upstream employment totaled 201,200 jobs. While employment declined by 3,500 jobs in November compared with October, year-to-date employment…

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EPA Hearing on Texas Class VI Primacy Highlights Broad Support for Economic Growth and Job Creation

AUSTIN – Newly-released data from the Texas Workforce Commission (TWC) indicates that upstream oil and natural gas employment rose by an additional 1,700 jobs in September. These new numbers extend the strength of 2023’s job growth to date, with 14,300 jobs added so far this year.

July 24, 2025

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Despite June Dip, 4,500 Upstream Oil & Gas Jobs Added This Year

AUSTIN – Newly-released data from the Texas Workforce Commission (TWC) indicates that upstream oil and natural gas employment rose by an additional 1,700 jobs in September. These new numbers extend the strength of 2023’s job growth to date, with 14,300 jobs added so far this year.

July 18, 2025

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Texas Oil and Gas Upstream Jobs Grow by 2,200 in May

AUSTIN – Newly-released data from the Texas Workforce Commission (TWC) indicates that upstream oil and natural gas employment rose by an additional 1,700 jobs in September. These new numbers extend the strength of 2023’s job growth to date, with 14,300 jobs added so far this year.

June 24, 2025

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Texas Oil and Gas Upstream Jobs Climb by 1,700 in April

AUSTIN – Newly-released data from the Texas Workforce Commission (TWC) indicates that upstream oil and natural gas employment rose by an additional 1,700 jobs in September. These new numbers extend the strength of 2023’s job growth to date, with 14,300 jobs added so far this year.

May 16, 2025

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Texas Oil and Natural Gas Upstream Jobs Up by 1,900 in February

AUSTIN – Newly-released data from the Texas Workforce Commission (TWC) indicates that upstream oil and natural gas employment rose by an additional 1,700 jobs in September. These new numbers extend the strength of 2023’s job growth to date, with 14,300 jobs added so far this year.

March 28, 2025

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Texas Oil and Natural Gas Upstream Jobs Grew by 1,400 in October

AUSTIN – Newly-released data from the Texas Workforce Commission (TWC) indicates that upstream oil and natural gas employment rose by an additional 1,700 jobs in September. These new numbers extend the strength of 2023’s job growth to date, with 14,300 jobs added so far this year.

November 18, 2024

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Texas Oil and Natural Gas Upstream Jobs Grew by 800 in September

AUSTIN – Newly-released data from the Texas Workforce Commission (TWC) indicates that upstream oil and natural gas employment rose by an additional 1,700 jobs in September. These new numbers extend the strength of 2023’s job growth to date, with 14,300 jobs added so far this year.

October 18, 2024

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Texas Oil and Natural Gas Upstream Jobs Grew by 1,000 in August

AUSTIN – Newly-released data from the Texas Workforce Commission (TWC) indicates that upstream oil and natural gas employment rose by an additional 1,700 jobs in September. These new numbers extend the strength of 2023’s job growth to date, with 14,300 jobs added so far this year.

September 20, 2024

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Texas Oil and Natural Gas Upstream Jobs Grew by 1,600 in July

AUSTIN – Newly-released data from the Texas Workforce Commission (TWC) indicates that upstream oil and natural gas employment rose by an additional 1,700 jobs in September. These new numbers extend the strength of 2023’s job growth to date, with 14,300 jobs added so far this year.

August 16, 2024

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TXOGA President Todd Staples and Chief Economist Dean Foreman, Ph.D., Testify at Hearing of House Select Committee on Protecting Texas LNG Exports

El Paso - The Texas Oil and Gas Association (TXOGA) has partnered with Marathon Petroleum Corporation’s El Paso Refinery to bring the Mobile Energy Learning Unit (MELU) to five schools in El Paso this week, providing hundreds of elementary students a unique opportunity to learn about STEM education and careers in energy through the hands-on, interactive learning exhibit.

May 2, 2024

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Industry Experts, Scholars, Community Leaders Showcased at TXOGA, STEER’s “South Texas Energy Impact: Laredo” at Texas A&M International University

El Paso - The Texas Oil and Gas Association (TXOGA) has partnered with Marathon Petroleum Corporation’s El Paso Refinery to bring the Mobile Energy Learning Unit (MELU) to five schools in El Paso this week, providing hundreds of elementary students a unique opportunity to learn about STEM education and careers in energy through the hands-on, interactive learning exhibit.

April 18, 2024

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Brownsville Elementary Students Visit Texas Oil and Gas Exhibit at Bullock Texas State History Museum as Part of TXOGA-Sponsored Field Trip

El Paso - The Texas Oil and Gas Association (TXOGA) has partnered with Marathon Petroleum Corporation’s El Paso Refinery to bring the Mobile Energy Learning Unit (MELU) to five schools in El Paso this week, providing hundreds of elementary students a unique opportunity to learn about STEM education and careers in energy through the hands-on, interactive learning exhibit.

April 4, 2024

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Op-Ed: Texas Oil and Gas Rewrote the Record Books in 2023

The Texas natural gas industry is a powerhouse, producing more natural gas than any other state in the nation—and the world is literally knocking at our door in energy need. In addition to cementing America’s energy security, Texas’ natural gas producers, pipelines, refiners, and exporters are playing an essential role in delivering stability in the form of affordable, reliable energy to our trade partners, even in times of continued global unrest.

March 18, 2024

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2026 Texas Primary Election

In this episode, TXOGA President Todd Staples is joined by the 75th Speaker of the House Dennis Bonnen for a breakdown of the upcoming March...

February 12, 2026

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