RRC Commissioner Wayne Christian Praises Trump’s Announced Texas Refinery Expansion

The planned expansion comes as Texas families and businesses face elevated energy costs. By increasing domestic refining capacity, the project would expand the supply of transportation and military fuels, helping the nation meet demand and further reduce reliance on foreign energy production.

“American energy security depends on robust domestic oil production and refining,” Christian added. “President Trump and Vice President Vance understand that better than anybody. That’s why I applaud their decision to expand refining capacity right here in our backyard. The additional fuel produced at this facility will further bolster the local economy, support our military and improve domestic fuel affordability.”

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Our mission is to serve Texas by our stewardship of natural resources and the environment, our concern for personal and community safety, and our support of enhanced development and economic vitality for the benefit of Texans. The Commission has a long and proud history of service to both Texas and to the nation, including more than 100 years regulating the oil and gas industry. The Commission also has jurisdiction over alternative fuels safety, natural gas utilities, surface mining and intrastate pipelines. Established in 1891, the Railroad Commission of Texas is the oldest regulatory agency in the state. To learn more, please visit https://www.rrc.texas.gov/about-us/.