August 2026: TXOGA Month in Review

Check out our August Month in Review to see how TXOGA continued advocating for the Texas oil and natural gas industry. RECOMMENDED READING Staples: Is Texas still open for business? TXOGA President Todd Staples Supports Landowner Protections Included in PUC Decision TXLEGE | TXOGA President Staples: West Texas,…

TXOGA President Todd Staples Supports Landowner Protections Included in PUC Decision

AUSTIN, Texas—Following the Public Utility Commission of Texas’ unanimous adoption of two proposals for decision related to the Permian Basin Reliability Plan, Todd Staples, president of the Texas Oil & Gas Association (TXOGA), issued the following statement: “Energy security should be non-negotiable for all Texans. And picking the least impactful route when building critical infrastructure…

TXOGA Hosts Energy Innovation, Technology Showcase in Houston

PICTURED: TXOGA President Todd Staples, TXOGA Staff, Energy Elevated Showcase Award Winners (Aquafortus and UES Professional Solutions), and Guest Commentator Brad Johnson (Texas Bullpen Co-Founder and Reporter) HOUSTON, Texas—Today, innovation within the oil and natural gas industry took center stage at the Energy Elevated Technology Showcase in Houston, hosted by the Texas Oil & Gas…

TXOGA President Staples: Texans Benefit from Reliable Power

AUSTIN, Texas—Today, Texas Oil & Gas Association (TXOGA) President Todd Staples issued the following statement on the response from the State Office of Administrative Hearings regarding transmission infrastructure needed to bring adequate power to Texas. On behalf of TXOGA President Todd Staples: “The Administrative Law Judges’ recommendation to disregard the demonstrated need for additional transmission…

A Conversation with Senator Kay Bailey Hutchison

She was the first woman Texas sent to the United States Senate, and she later represented America at the NATO table. Today, she is helping shape the next generation of energy leaders. On this episode of TXOGA Talks, host TXOGA President Todd Staples sits down with Senator and Ambassador Kay Bailey Hutchison to discuss the […]

TXLEGE | TXOGA President Staples: West Texas, America’s Energy Epicenter, Has Been Waiting Decades for Reliable Electricity

“The reality is a pause on the clock only stops the solution; it doesn’t stop the clock on the problem,” said TXOGA President Todd Staples. Click here or the image above to watch AUSTIN, Texas—Today, Texas Oil & Gas Association (TXOGA) President Todd Staples testified before the Texas House of Representatives Committee on State Affairs on…

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TXOGA’s New Landowner Handbook: Pipelines 101 to Serve as a Resource for Landowners, Local Officials, Infrastructure Companies

AUSTIN-Texas is one of the fastest-growing states in the nation and essential infrastructure is needed to meet the demands of our booming population.

December 15, 2021

Oil and Natural Gas Industry Prioritizes Safety, Health, Prosperity for Community Neighbors and All Texans

With the U.S. EPA Administrator planning a visit to industrial sites in Texas tomorrow, the Texas oil and natural gas industry reiterates its commitment to prioritizing the safety, health and wellbeing of surrounding communities and our workforce.

November 18, 2021

As the Permian Road Safety Coalition Celebrates its 2 Year Anniversary, Immense Progress is Being Made

Created in Spring 2019, the Permian Road Safety Coalition (PRSC) works to make roads safer and road infrastructure better across the Permian Basin.

June 4, 2021

Todd Staples: Safety is top priority of oil and gas industry

Texas oil and natural gas companies are fueling our lives and funding our state and local budgets.

February 22, 2019

TXOGA Safety Group

Oil and Gas is a highly regulated industry, but even routine oil and gas operations can be inherently dangerous due to exposures to moving equipment, high pressures, flammable / hazardous materials and environmental conditions.

November 13, 2017

A Day In The Life: A Chevron Cyber Threat Intelligence Analyst

essica joined Chevron as a cyber threat intelligence coordinator where her job was to read and edit reports written by cybersecurity analysts.

November 2, 2017

A Day In The Life: A Chevron Drill Site Manager

Kelsey Prestidge, a drill site manager, oversees personnel on location, logistics and safety for Chevron’s midcontinent business unit.

November 2, 2017

TXOGA Insurance Roundtable Meeting

TXOGA Safety Group meets in conjunction with Texas Mutual to discuss the best practices for the industry. The last meeting took place on June 8th.

July 17, 2017

Safety is a Priority of Oil and Natural Gas Industry

Safety is a priority of the oil and natural gas industry in Texas! Wells are highly regulated to ensure the protection of air and ground water. Watch the video below as TXOGA President Todd Staples explains the regulations that keep Texans safe.

May 17, 2017

Don’t Fear The Frack

Here is an article by Merrion Oil and Gas Investment Manager, George Sharpe. This article was published by Farmington Daily Times in March of 2017 and describes the fracking process.

April 3, 2017

Texas Employers without Workers’ Comp Insurance Have until April 30 to Report their Status without Penalty

Texas employers without workers’ comp insurance have until April 30 to report their status without penalty.

February 6, 2017

Commitment to Safety, Low Loss Ratio Earn Members of TXOGA Safety Group $4.5 Million Dividend

September 29, 2016

Center Point Energy Launches “Safe and Smart with Buddy Blue Flame”

Center Point Energy, a leader in electric and natural gas distribution, has launched Safe and Smart with Buddy Blue Flame™, an online educational platform that provides meaningful information about the natural gas industry and safety guidelines.

August 26, 2016

Midstream 101 Featuring Jim Cisarik, Enterprise

On Thursday, July 21st, TXOGA held its monthly Lunch and Learn, a series designed to bring in oil and natural gas industry professionals to educate capitol staff and TXOGA members on various industry topics.

July 26, 2016

Wells Are Constructed with Layers of Steel Pipe and Cement to Protect Water

Well bore construction and design is highly regulated and technically robust. Groundwater is permanently protected by several layers of steel casing (pipe) and cement, as well as thousands of feet of rock.

September 25, 2015

Safety and Energy Development

MYTH: Fracking is inherently unsafe. The closer a pregnant woman lives to a well, the higher the chances that she will have a baby with a birth defect.

September 15, 2015

Safety and Pipelines

MYTH: All pipelines spill—the Keystone XL pipeline is no different.

September 11, 2015

Staples: Fuel Supply a Key Component to Storm Preparation and Recovery

A wet spring gave way to even more rain with late May floods, just as Texas summer hit its stride.

July 23, 2015

TXOGA: What Texas’ Energy Sector, Insurers Can Teach Us About Workplace Safety

Workplace safety — and getting workers back on the job after injuries — can and should be part of every employer’s company culture. In fact, employers who encourage safety among workers, actively mitigate accidents and commit to getting injured workers back on the job see a tremendous return on investment.

June 8, 2015

August 2026: TXOGA Month in Review

Check out our August Month in Review to see how TXOGA continued advocating for the Texas oil and natural gas industry. RECOMMENDED READING Staples: Is Texas still open for business? TXOGA President Todd Staples Supports Landowner Protections Included in PUC Decision TXLEGE | TXOGA President Staples: West Texas,

September 1, 2026

TXOGA President Todd Staples Supports Landowner Protections Included in PUC Decision

AUSTIN, Texas—Following the Public Utility Commission of Texas’ unanimous adoption of two proposals for decision related to the Permian Basin Reliability Plan, Todd Staples, president of the Texas Oil & Gas Association (TXOGA), issued the following statement: “Energy security should be non-negotiable for all Texans. And picking the least impactful route when building critical infrastructure

August 28, 2026

TXOGA Hosts Energy Innovation, Technology Showcase in Houston

PICTURED: TXOGA President Todd Staples, TXOGA Staff, Energy Elevated Showcase Award Winners (Aquafortus and UES Professional Solutions), and Guest Commentator Brad Johnson (Texas Bullpen Co-Founder and Reporter) HOUSTON, Texas—Today, innovation within the oil and natural gas industry took center stage at the Energy Elevated Technology Showcase in Houston, hosted by the Texas Oil & Gas

August 27, 2026

TXOGA President Staples: Texans Benefit from Reliable Power

AUSTIN, Texas—Today, Texas Oil & Gas Association (TXOGA) President Todd Staples issued the following statement on the response from the State Office of Administrative Hearings regarding transmission infrastructure needed to bring adequate power to Texas. On behalf of TXOGA President Todd Staples: “The Administrative Law Judges’ recommendation to disregard the demonstrated need for additional transmission

August 24, 2026

A Conversation with Senator Kay Bailey Hutchison

She was the first woman Texas sent to the United States Senate, and she later represented America at the NATO table. Today, she is helping shape the next generation of energy leaders. On this episode of TXOGA Talks, host TXOGA President Todd Staples sits down with Senator and Ambassador Kay Bailey Hutchison to discuss the […]

August 20, 2026

TXLEGE | TXOGA President Staples: West Texas, America’s Energy Epicenter, Has Been Waiting Decades for Reliable Electricity

“The reality is a pause on the clock only stops the solution; it doesn’t stop the clock on the problem,” said TXOGA President Todd Staples. Click here or the image above to watch AUSTIN, Texas—Today, Texas Oil & Gas Association (TXOGA) President Todd Staples testified before the Texas House of Representatives Committee on State Affairs on

August 19, 2026

NEW: Texas Oil and Gas Exploration and Production Jobs Rise for Fourth Straight Month

AUSTIN, Texas – Texas’ upstream oil and natural gas sector marked its fourth consecutive month of job growth in June 2026, according to newly released data from the Texas Workforce Commission. Employment climbed by 400 jobs in June, building on May’s robust increase of over 4,000 upstream jobs. “Four straight months of job gains are

August 4, 2026

July 2026: TXOGA Month in Review

Check out our July Month in Review to see how TXOGA continued advocating for the Texas oil and natural gas industry. RECOMMENDED READING Texas Oil and Gas Exploration and Production Jobs Rise for Third Straight Month Modern oil drilling techniques put old style in rear view mirror Texas Is

August 3, 2026

TXLEGE: TXOGA President Staples, Powering West Texas is Essential to America’s Energy Security

Click here or above to watch TXOGA President Todd Staples’ opening remarks AUSTIN, Texas – Today, Texas Oil & Gas Association (TXOGA) President Todd Staples testified during the Senate Committee on Business and Commerce’s interim hearing on the state of Texas’ electric grid and plans underway to address transmission capabilities. See below for TXOGA President Todd

July 29, 2026

TXOGA’s Affordable Healthcare and Workers Compensation Options for Members Helps Texas Oil and Natural Gas Companies Keep Texas Strong

AUSTIN, TEXAS – As the strength of American energy security and leadership becomes even more important as global events evolve, the Texas Oil and Gas Association (TXOGA) Association Health Plan (AHP) and Workers Compensation Safety Group continue to deliver strong value to small oil and natural gas companies across Texas. “Our goal is to enable companies

July 15, 2026

NEW: Texas Oil and Gas Exploration and Production Jobs Rise for Third Straight Month

AUSTIN, TEXAS – The Texas Workforce Commission released employment data through May 2026, showing that upstream oil and natural gas employment increased by 4,100 jobs. “Exploration and production jobs are the foundation of the oil and natural gas industry, and three straight months of gains reflect the strength and skill of the men and women who

July 9, 2026

Carbon Capture & Storage with Dr. Alex Bump

Did you know the first carbon capture and injection project happened in West Texas back in 1972? On this episode of TXOGA Talks, we’re sitting down with Dr. Alex Bump of UT Austin’s Gulf Coast Carbon Center, a geologist who has worked over 50 basins across 5 continents, to explore the technology poised to anchor a trillion-dollar […]

July 8, 2026

June 2026: TXOGA Month in Review

Check out our Month in Review for June to see how TXOGA was busy advocating for the Texas oil and natural gas industry. RECOMMENDED READING Texas to set rules for using treated produced water on farms Texas RRC expands DOGE task force to streamline oil and gas

July 1, 2026

Texas Oil and Gas Upstream Jobs Increased by 400 in April

AUSTIN – The Texas Workforce Commission has released employment data through April 2026, showing that upstream oil and gas employment increased by 400 jobs in April compared with the revised March data. This amounts to two months of consecutive job increases since February. Total upstream employment stood at 193,200 jobs in April 2026. Relative to

June 5, 2026

May 2026: TXOGA Month in Review

Check out our Month in Review for May to see how TXOGA was busy advocating for the Texas oil and natural gas industry. RECOMMENDED READING US drillers add oil/gas rigs for fourth week in a row, says Baker Hughes U.S. LNG Is Becoming the Backbone of Global

June 1, 2026

TXOGA Workers’ Compensation Safety Group Members Earn $1.65 Million in Dividends for Outstanding Safety Performance

AUSTIN – The Texas Oil & Gas Association’s (TXOGA) Workers’ Compensation Safety Group today announced that member companies have earned a collective $1.65 million in safety group dividends from Texas Mutual Insurance Company. The dividend recognizes the group’s continued strong performance and commitment to maintaining a low loss ratio through rigorous workplace safety practices.

May 28, 2026

PODCAST: Answering Your Energy Questions

Texas produces roughly 43% of all U.S. crude oil and 30% of our natural gas. So why does the global market still dictate our prices?...

May 14, 2026

JOINT STATEMENT: Texas Business Leaders Release Statement Condemning Outside Interference in Corporate Relocations

AUSTIN, TEXAS – A coalition of leading Texas business trade associations today issued a joint statement strongly objecting to the increasing interference of outside influencers and proxy advisory firms attempting to dissuade companies from redomiciling in the Lone Star State. The Texas Association of Business, Texans for Lawsuit Reform, Texas Oil and Gas Association, Texas

May 14, 2026

Texas Oil and Gas Upstream Jobs Increased by 1,800 in March

The Texas Workforce Commission has released employment data through March 2026, showing that upstream oil and gas employment increased by 1,800 jobs in March compared with February. Total upstream employment stood at 193,300 jobs in March 2026. Relative to the same month one year earlier, employment is down by 7,100 jobs, representing a drop of

May 11, 2026

A Conversation with RRC Chairman Jim Wright

In this episode of TXOGA Talks, we’re sitting down with Jim Wright, Chairman of the Railroad Commission of Texas. While the agency’s name is a...

April 2, 2026

March 2026: TXOGA Month in Review

Check out our Month in Review for March to see how TXOGA was busy advocating for the Texas oil and natural gas industry: RECOMMENDED READING Texas oil & gas leaders address Iran conflict at annual energy summit Texas has taken over issuing permits to store carbon underground. Here’s what

April 1, 2026

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AUSTIN-Texas is one of the fastest-growing states in the nation and essential infrastructure is needed to meet the demands of our booming population.

December 15, 2021

With the U.S. EPA Administrator planning a visit to industrial sites in Texas tomorrow, the Texas oil and natural gas industry reiterates its commitment to prioritizing the safety, health and wellbeing of surrounding communities and our workforce.

November 18, 2021

Created in Spring 2019, the Permian Road Safety Coalition (PRSC) works to make roads safer and road infrastructure better across the Permian Basin.

June 4, 2021

Texas oil and natural gas companies are fueling our lives and funding our state and local budgets.

February 22, 2019

Oil and Gas is a highly regulated industry, but even routine oil and gas operations can be inherently dangerous due to exposures to moving equipment, high pressures, flammable / hazardous materials and environmental conditions.

November 13, 2017

essica joined Chevron as a cyber threat intelligence coordinator where her job was to read and edit reports written by cybersecurity analysts.

November 2, 2017

Kelsey Prestidge, a drill site manager, oversees personnel on location, logistics and safety for Chevron’s midcontinent business unit.

November 2, 2017

TXOGA Safety Group meets in conjunction with Texas Mutual to discuss the best practices for the industry. The last meeting took place on June 8th.

July 17, 2017

Safety is a priority of the oil and natural gas industry in Texas! Wells are highly regulated to ensure the protection of air and ground water. Watch the video below as TXOGA President Todd Staples explains the regulations that keep Texans safe.

May 17, 2017

Here is an article by Merrion Oil and Gas Investment Manager, George Sharpe. This article was published by Farmington Daily Times in March of 2017 and describes the fracking process.

April 3, 2017

Texas employers without workers’ comp insurance have until April 30 to report their status without penalty.

February 6, 2017

Commitment to Safety, Low Loss Ratio Earn Members of TXOGA Safety Group $4.5 Million Dividend

September 29, 2016

Center Point Energy, a leader in electric and natural gas distribution, has launched Safe and Smart with Buddy Blue Flame™, an online educational platform that provides meaningful information about the natural gas industry and safety guidelines.

August 26, 2016

On Thursday, July 21st, TXOGA held its monthly Lunch and Learn, a series designed to bring in oil and natural gas industry professionals to educate capitol staff and TXOGA members on various industry topics.

July 26, 2016

Well bore construction and design is highly regulated and technically robust. Groundwater is permanently protected by several layers of steel casing (pipe) and cement, as well as thousands of feet of rock.

September 25, 2015

MYTH: Fracking is inherently unsafe. The closer a pregnant woman lives to a well, the higher the chances that she will have a baby with a birth defect.

September 15, 2015

MYTH: All pipelines spill—the Keystone XL pipeline is no different.

September 11, 2015

A wet spring gave way to even more rain with late May floods, just as Texas summer hit its stride.

July 23, 2015

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Check out our July Month in Review to see how TXOGA continued advocating for the Texas oil and natural gas industry. RECOMMENDED READING Texas Oil and Gas Exploration and Production Jobs Rise for Third Straight Month Modern oil drilling techniques put old style in rear view mirror Texas Is

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Check out our Month in Review for June to see how TXOGA was busy advocating for the Texas oil and natural gas industry. RECOMMENDED READING Texas to set rules for using treated produced water on farms Texas RRC expands DOGE task force to streamline oil and gas

July 1, 2026

June 5, 2026

Check out our Month in Review for May to see how TXOGA was busy advocating for the Texas oil and natural gas industry. RECOMMENDED READING US drillers add oil/gas rigs for fourth week in a row, says Baker Hughes U.S. LNG Is Becoming the Backbone of Global

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Texas produces roughly 43% of all U.S. crude oil and 30% of our natural gas. So why does the global market still dictate our prices?...

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May 11, 2026

In this episode of TXOGA Talks, we’re sitting down with Jim Wright, Chairman of the Railroad Commission of Texas. While the agency’s name is a...