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 Services), 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…

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…

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Op-Ed: FERC and NERC Miss the Big Picture on Winter Resilience in Texas

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.

April 28, 2025

2025 TXOGA Winter Weather Situation Reports

2025 January Winter Weather Situation Report – January 21 Winter Weather Situation Report – January 20 Winter Weather Situation Report – January 10 Winter Weather Situation Report – January 9 Winter Weather Situation Report – January 8 Winter Weather Situation Report – January 7 Winter Weather Situation Report – January 6 STATEWIDE RESOURCES TDEM maintains

January 21, 2025

TXOGA Statement on Expected Weekend Arrival of Cold Front in Texas

AUSTIN – As Texans prepare for the coming cold weather, operators in the Texas oil and natural gas industry are also preparing for the freezing temperatures that are expected for much of the state later this week and into this weekend.

January 17, 2025

Op-Ed: Oil and Natural Gas Operational Preparations and Record Production, Storage and Pipeline Capacity Keep Texas Winter Ready

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.

January 13, 2025

What They’re Saying: State Leaders Respond to Release of TXOGA’s 2024 Energy & Economic Impact Report

AUSTIN – The Texas Oil & Gas Association (TXOGA) yesterday released its annual Energy & Economic Impact Report highlighting the industry’s continued and unmatched economic impact, the Lone Star State’s global energy leadership, and what is needed to continue meeting our nation and the world’s energy needs.

January 13, 2025

Oil and Natural Gas Operational Preparations and Record Production, Storage and Pipeline Capacity Keep Texas Winter Ready

AUSTIN – As Texans prepare for the coming cold weather, operators in the Texas oil and natural gas industry are also preparing for the freezing temperatures that are expected for much of the state later this week and into this weekend.

December 16, 2024

What They’re Saying: State Leaders Respond to Release of TXOGA’s 2023 Energy & Economic Impact Report

AUSTIN – The Texas Oil & Gas Association (TXOGA) yesterday released its annual Energy & Economic Impact Report highlighting the industry’s continued and unmatched economic impact, the Lone Star State’s global energy leadership, and what is needed to continue meeting our nation and the world’s energy needs.

February 2, 2024

Permian Basin: Texas Oil and Natural Gas Industry Pays History-Making $26.3 Billion in State and Local Taxes, State Royalties

AUSTIN – According to just-released data from the Texas Oil & Gas Association (TXOGA)

January 30, 2024

Eagle Ford: Texas Oil and Natural Gas Industry Pays History-Making $26.3 Billion in State and Local Taxes, State Royalties

AUSTIN – According to just-released data from the Texas Oil & Gas Association (TXOGA)

January 30, 2024

Largely Supported by Natural Gas, the Texas Electric Grid Remains Resilient Amid Winter Storm Heather

AUSTIN – As Texans prepare for the coming cold weather, operators in the Texas oil and natural gas industry are also preparing for the freezing temperatures that are expected for much of the state later this week and into this weekend.

January 18, 2024

2024 TXOGA Winter Weather Situation Reports

2024 January Winter Weather Situation Report – January 13 Winter Weather Situation Report – January 14 Winter Weather Situation Report – January 15 Winter Weather Situation Report – January 16 Winter Weather Situation Report – January 17 STATEWIDE RESOURCES TDEM maintains a webpage with information and resources here. TxDOT provides road closure information in real-time,

January 17, 2024

Op-Ed: Texas’ Natural Gas Sector is Winter Ready, Urges Planning Across the Board

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.

December 11, 2023

Texas Oil and Natural Gas Industry Outlines Preparations Ahead of Winter

AUSTIN – As Texans prepare for the coming cold weather, operators in the Texas oil and natural gas industry are also preparing for the freezing temperatures that are expected for much of the state later this week and into this weekend.

November 28, 2023

Op-Ed: Oil and Natural Gas Key to Texas’ Prosperity

The following op-ed was written by Todd Staples, president of the Texas Oil & Gas Association, and was originally published by the Rio Grande Guardian on February 1, 2023

February 3, 2023

TXOGA Winter Weather Situation Report

A PDF version of the situation report can be found here. NATURAL GAS PRODUCTION, TRANSPORTATION AND STORAGE Across the U.S. natural gas production is holding steady and is forecasted to increase while power demand is beginning to decrease. Texas natural gas production, processing, transmission, and storage sectors continues to perform. Overall, according to RBN Energy,

February 2, 2023

TXOGA Winter Weather Situation Report

Texas natural gas production, processing, transmission, and storage sectors continue durable performance due to industry efforts.

February 1, 2023

TXOGA Winter Weather Situation Report

Texas natural gas production, processing, transmission, and storage sectors continue durable performance due to industry efforts. According to S&P Global Platts, the 30-day average for Texas onshore production is expected to be strong on Tuesday, January 31, with daily production averaging 24.97 bcf/d.

January 31, 2023

What They’re Saying: State Leaders Respond to Release of TXOGA’s Energy & Economic Impact Report

AUSTIN – The Texas Oil & Gas Association (TXOGA) yesterday released its annual Energy & Economic Impact Report highlighting the industry’s continued and unmatched economic impact, the Lone Star State’s global energy leadership, and what is needed to continue meeting our nation and the world’s energy needs.

January 24, 2023

Eagle Ford: Texas Oil and Natural Gas Industry Paid Record $24.7 Billion in Taxes and State Royalties in Fiscal Year 2022, Shattering Previous High by 54%

AUSTIN – According to just-released data from the Texas Oil & Gas Association (TXOGA)

January 23, 2023

Permian Basin: Texas Oil and Natural Gas Industry Paid Record $24.7 Billion in Taxes and State Royalties in Fiscal Year 2022, Shattering Previous High by 54%

AUSTIN – According to just-released data from the Texas Oil & Gas Association (TXOGA)

January 23, 2023

La Industria Petrolera y de Gas Natural de Texas Aportó Cantidad Récord de $24.7 Mil Millones en Impuestos y Regalías Estatales en el Año Fiscal 2022, Sobrepasando el Récord Anterior con un 54%

AUSTIN - Según datos recién publicados por la Asociación de Petróleo y Gas Natural de Texas (TXOGA), la industria petrolera y de gas natural de Texas aportó un total de $24.7 mil millones en impuestos locales y estatales y regalías estatales - el total más alto en la historia de Texas por 54% - sobrepasando así el récord anterior de poco más de $16 mil millones establecido en el año 2019.

January 23, 2023

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 Services), 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

How Industry Handled Winter Weather

It may not feel like it, but winter isn’t over yet! In this episode of TXOGA Talks, we’re taking a look back at Winter Storm...

March 5, 2026

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AUSTIN – As Texans prepare for the coming cold weather, operators in the Texas oil and natural gas industry are also preparing for the freezing temperatures that are expected for much of the state later this week and into this weekend.

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AUSTIN – As Texans prepare for the coming cold weather, operators in the Texas oil and natural gas industry are also preparing for the freezing temperatures that are expected for much of the state later this week and into this weekend.

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AUSTIN – As Texans prepare for the coming cold weather, operators in the Texas oil and natural gas industry are also preparing for the freezing temperatures that are expected for much of the state later this week and into this weekend.

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AUSTIN – As Texans prepare for the coming cold weather, operators in the Texas oil and natural gas industry are also preparing for the freezing temperatures that are expected for much of the state later this week and into this weekend.

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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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