Texas HB1285 allows the use of unmanned aircraft for inspections and examinations by the Railroad Commission of Texas.

Texas HB1285 amends the Texas Government Code to allow the capture of images using unmanned aircraft for specific purposes, including inspections and examinations by the Railroad Commission of Texas. The bill also grants the Railroad Commission access to oil property for inspection and examination, including by unmanned aircraft, and provides access to related records. The act takes effect immediately if approved by two-thirds of the members of both houses, otherwise it takes effect September 1, 2025.

Texas HB1285 allows the use of unmanned aircraft for inspections and examinations by the Railroad Commission of Texas.

Texas HB1285 amends the Texas Government Code to allow the capture of images using unmanned aircraft for specific purposes, including inspections and examinations by the Railroad Commission of Texas. The bill also grants the Railroad Commission access to oil property for inspection and examination, including by unmanned aircraft, and provides access to related records. The act takes effect immediately if approved by two-thirds of the members of both houses, otherwise it takes effect September 1, 2025.