Texas SB494 establishes a task force to study and recommend measures to prevent petroleum product theft.

The bill directs the Railroad Commission of Texas to create a task force to study petroleum product theft. The task force will include representatives from the oil and gas industry, energy trade associations, and law enforcement. It will analyze the economic impact of theft, review laws from other jurisdictions, and make recommendations for outreach programs and training. The task force will submit reports to the governor, lieutenant governor, and relevant legislative committees. The task force will expire on December 31, 2030, and the bill takes effect on September 1, 2025.

Texas SB494 establishes a task force to study and recommend measures to prevent petroleum product theft.

The bill directs the Railroad Commission of Texas to create a task force to study petroleum product theft. The task force will include representatives from the oil and gas industry, energy trade associations, and law enforcement. It will analyze the economic impact of theft, review laws from other jurisdictions, and make recommendations for outreach programs and training. The task force will submit reports to the governor, lieutenant governor, and relevant legislative committees. The task force will expire on December 31, 2030, and the bill takes effect on September 1, 2025.