( - promoted by Phillip Martin)
Dear Fellow Texans,
Over the last few weeks, many people have asked me whether there was something that the Texas Railroad Commission could have done that might have affected, or prevented, the Deepwater Horizon BP oil spill catastrophe. The short answer is no, but there are important lessons to be learned from the tragedy that has unfolded.
The Texas Railroad Commission regulates oil and gas operations in our state. This responsibility is one of the most demanding in state government. Texas leads the nation in production (and consumption) of both oil and natural gas. Texas operators drill more wells each year, and Texas has more miles of pipeline, than any other state in the nation. In fact, no other state is even close to our statistics. But, this volume of activity requires that we have vigilant, active Commissioners who are knowledgeable about the industry and who make Commission service their full-time jobs.
Technology, best practices, and challenges accompanying exploration and production evolve constantly. As it becomes more and more evident that human error can result in serious consequences, especially in the deep waters of the Gulf of Mexico, Texans deserve Commissioners who focus on keeping state regulations and rules up to date to meet all safety and environmental concerns. Having grown up in the industry, I know for a fact that safety and environmental stewardship are top priorities and that the Texas Railroad Commission should lead the way in protecting our citizens and the environment, while helping the industry produce affordable, abundant Texas resources.
I want to be your next Railroad Commissioner. I've worked in the field and represented individuals and companies on all sides of disputes in the oil and gas industry. I'll bring the Texas Railroad Commission into the 21st Century in a workable and transparent manner. But I need your help to get me there. If you want a Commissioner who will protect Texans and help the oil and gas industry produce affordable resources, join our campaign today.
Sincerely,
Jeff Weems
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