Texas HB4891 regulates commercial facilities disposing of oil and gas waste, requiring financial security and a $100,000 application fee.

Texas HB4891 amends the Natural Resources Code to regulate commercial facilities disposing of oil and gas waste. It requires applicants for a permit to maintain a performance bond or other financial security to ensure proper operation and closure of the facility. The bill also mandates that applicants demonstrate the necessity for an additional commercial disposal facility in their primary market area. Additionally, it imposes a $100,000 nonrefundable application fee for new permits, excluding renewals or modifications of existing permits. The bill takes effect on September 1, 2025.

Texas HB4891 regulates commercial facilities disposing of oil and gas waste, requiring financial security and a $100,000 application fee.

Texas HB4891 amends the Natural Resources Code to regulate commercial facilities disposing of oil and gas waste. It requires applicants for a permit to maintain a performance bond or other financial security to ensure proper operation and closure of the facility. The bill also mandates that applicants demonstrate the necessity for an additional commercial disposal facility in their primary market area. Additionally, it imposes a $100,000 nonrefundable application fee for new permits, excluding renewals or modifications of existing permits. The bill takes effect on September 1, 2025.