Texas SB1054 creates a criminal offense for the theft of oil and gas equipment.

Texas SB1054 amends the Penal Code to establish the criminal offense of oil and gas equipment theft. This offense includes unlawfully appropriating oil and gas equipment, such as machinery, drilling equipment, and pipeline equipment, with intent to deprive the owner. The severity of the offense varies based on the total value of the equipment appropriated, ranging from a state jail felony to a felony of the first degree. The act takes effect September 1, 2025.

Texas SB1054 creates a criminal offense for the theft of oil and gas equipment.

Texas SB1054 amends the Penal Code to establish the criminal offense of oil and gas equipment theft. This offense includes unlawfully appropriating oil and gas equipment, such as machinery, drilling equipment, and pipeline equipment, with intent to deprive the owner. The severity of the offense varies based on the total value of the equipment appropriated, ranging from a state jail felony to a felony of the first degree. The act takes effect September 1, 2025.