The Railroad Commission of Texas (RRC) has assessed more than $1.5 million in penalties against oil and gas operators and businesses during its latest open meeting, underscoring the agency’s continued focus on regulatory enforcement and compliance across the upstream sector.
The fines, totaling $1,515,554.90, were issued through a combination of Master Default Orders—for operators that failed to appear in enforcement proceedings—and Master Agreed Orders, where operators were directed to come into compliance with state rules.
As the state’s primary regulator of oil and gas operations and intrastate pipeline safety, the RRC regularly uses such enforcement actions to reinforce adherence to environmental and operational standards. The latest penalties highlight the Commission’s efforts to ensure operators meet compliance obligations in Texas’ energy sector.
Final orders will stand unless rehearing motions are filed within the designated timeframe.