Austin, TX – Commission Shift is thrilled to announce that it will host Texas’s ONLY Railroad Commissioner Candidate Forum on Wednesday, October 16th. This event is a must-attend for those interested in the future of energy and environmental policy in our state and country. All candidates for the role of Railroad Commissioner have been invited to participate, offering a unique opportunity for voters to hear directly from those racing to influence Texas’s energy landscape.
Where: Thompson Conference Center at UT Austin, room 1.110
2405 Robert Dedman Drive
When: Wednesday Oct 16, 2024
Doors open at 6 PM. Program 7:00 PM – 8:00 PM
Light refreshments will be served.
The forum will be livestreamed and Spanish interpretation will be available virtually, ensuring accessibility for attendees across the state.
The Railroad Commissioner race significantly impacts energy policies nationwide. Despite its low profile, the role is vital for shaping the economic and environmental strategies that affect us all. Three of the four candidates have already confirmed that they will attend.
Commission Shift is a nonpartisan nonprofit, and we do not endorse or oppose candidates. Our goal is to empower voters with the information they need to make educated decisions at the polls. More information about voting for Railroad Commissioner can be found on Commission Shift’s website.
Commission Shift, based in Laredo, Texas, is a non-profit organization focused on reforming oil and gas oversight in the state of Texas by building support to hold the Railroad Commission of Texas accountable to its mission in a shifting energy landscape. Commission Shift educates and organizes a wide array of stakeholders to build support for changes at the Railroad Commission of Texas that improve the agency’s function, transparency, and accountability to people and places impacted by the oil and gas industry.
Stay informed. Stay engaged. Join us for the Railroad Commissioner Candidate Forum on October 16th.
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