Texas HB3334 mandates wildfire prevention measures for oil and gas wells, including annual inspections and penalties for noncompliance.

Texas HB3334 introduces measures to prevent wildfires at oil and gas wells under the jurisdiction of the Railroad Commission of Texas. The bill requires operators of active wells to contract with a certified third-party inspector annually to assess wildfire susceptibility. Inspectors must report findings to the commission and the operator within 30 days. The operator must then address any identified issues and provide a follow-up report. The commission can suspend or revoke operating permits for noncompliance and terminate electric service for noncompliant wells.

Texas HB3334 mandates wildfire prevention measures for oil and gas wells, including annual inspections and penalties for noncompliance.

Texas HB3334 introduces measures to prevent wildfires at oil and gas wells under the jurisdiction of the Railroad Commission of Texas. The bill requires operators of active wells to contract with a certified third-party inspector annually to assess wildfire susceptibility. Inspectors must report findings to the commission and the operator within 30 days. The operator must then address any identified issues and provide a follow-up report. The commission can suspend or revoke operating permits for noncompliance and terminate electric service for noncompliant wells.