Bill

HB 2957

87(R) - 2021
House Energy Resources
Senate Natural Resources and Economic Development
House Energy Resources
Senate Natural Resources and Economic Development
Utilities
Environment
Safety
Oil & Gas

Contact the Author

Charlie Geren

Phone:

512-463-0610

Capitol Office:

Room GW.15

Email:

Vote Recommendation

Neutral
  • Neutral
  • Neutral
  • Neutral
  • Neutral
  • Neutral

Author(s)

Charlie Geren

Sponsor(s)

Bryan Hughes

Bill Caption

Relating to inspections and examinations by the Railroad Commission of Texas of certain sites and facilities conducted using unmanned aircraft.

Fiscal Notes

No significant fiscal implication to the State is anticipated.


Bill Analysis

HB 2957 allows the Railroad Commission of Texas to inspect an oil or gas site or facility, a pipeline facility, or a surface mining site using unmanned aerial drones.

Vote Recommendation Notes

Texas Action is neutral on HB 2957. We have concerns about the amount of surveillance HB 2957 allows, but also recognize the efficiency it could provide.

Contact the Author

Charlie Geren

Phone:

512-463-0610

Capitol Office:

Room GW.15

Email: