Texas Railroad Commission eliminates public comment period from its public meetings

Texas Railroad Commission eliminates public comment period from its public meetings

by Inside Climate News, The Texas TribuneAugust 24, 2026 The three elected officials who regulate the oil and gas industry in Texas hold an open meeting each month in Austin to vote on matters from pipeline violations to permit renewals. Members of the public can register to speak for up to three minutes at the The post Texas Railroad Commission eliminates public comment period from its public meetings appeared first on KVIA.

Texas Railroad Commission ends public comment at meetings

The agency that regulates the state’s oil and gas industry voted to adopt the new policy before sharing it with the public. It added more “listening sessions” when the public can speak to agency staff.