10/15/2024 | Press release | Distributed by Public on 10/15/2024 14:31
The Railroad Commission of Texas assessed $1,107,072 in fines involving 269 enforcement dockets against operators and businesses at the Commissioners' Conference on Tuesday. The Commission has primary oversight and enforcement of the state's oil and gas industry and intrastate pipeline safety.
Master default orders for operators that failed to appear at Commission enforcement proceedings can be found on the RRC Hearings Division web page.
Master Agreed Orders in which operators were ordered to come into compliance with Commission rules can be found on the RRC General Council web page.
Below is a table outlining the fines assessed.
Fine Amounts
Fines Assessed from Master Default Orders |
$417, 169. |
Fines Assessed from Master Agreed Orders |
$689,903. |
Total Fines Assessed at August 2024 Conference |
$1,107,072. |
In the absence of timely motions for rehearing, decisions are final as stated in these final orders.
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