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SB879: Relating to an exemption for drillers or operators of closed-loop geothermal injection wells from certain requirements applicable to persons involved in activities under the jurisdiction of the Railroad Commission of Texas.

: Brian Birdwell (R-TX) : May 25, 2026 Updated: May 19, 2025
Energy
PERMITS
Mines & Mineral Resources
Environment
Environment--Water
INJECTION WELLS
Energy--General
RAILROAD COMMISSION
Energy--Geothermal
Bill ProgressBecame Law
  1. Introduced (completed)
  2. Passed One Chamber (completed)
  3. Passed Both Chambers (completed)
  4. 4Became Law (current step)

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Relating to an exemption for drillers or operators of closed-loop geothermal injection wells from certain requirements applicable to persons involved in activities under the jurisdiction of the Railroad Commission of Texas.

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