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TX HB459
Bill
Status
11/12/2024
Primary Sponsor
Jon Rosenthal
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AI Summary
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Requires the Railroad Commission of Texas to establish by rule a policy to eliminate routine flaring of natural gas from wells and regulated facilities before December 31, 2031
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Allows the commission to use regulatory, incentive-based, or voluntary approaches to achieve flaring elimination goals
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Permits the commission to set interim goals for individual wells, facilities, or operators
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Flaring must still be allowed for safety, emergency purposes, or other purposes already authorized under existing law (Section 86.185)
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Prohibits extended flaring for purposes unrelated to safety or emergencies
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Takes effect September 1, 2025
Legislative Description
Relating to the establishment by the Railroad Commission of Texas of a policy to eliminate the routine flaring of natural gas from wells or other facilities regulated by the commission.
Environment
Last Action
Referred to Energy Resources
2/28/2025