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Legislative solutions for Texas oil and gas oversight.
04/29/2026
Bigotry and fearmongering have no place in political campaigns.
At Commission Shift Action, we believe in a state oil and gas agency that prioritizes the needs of Texans and our environment. By relying on a political playbook that divides Texans and stokes fear, Railroad Commissioner candidate Bo French’s campaign distracts from the oil and gas issues that directly impact us.
Read our full statement: https://commissionshiftaction.org/news/railroad-commission-has-nothing-to-do-with-trains-or-religion/
12/24/2025
The interim between legislative sssions is critical. It’s when ideas are planted, refined, and strengthened. Your support keeps us in the Capitol, building momentum, and advocating for the protections Texans deserve.
Join us by donating today: https://commissionshiftaction.org/?form=CSAGOF
At the December 16th Open Meeting of the Railroad Commission of Texas, Earthjustice senior attorney Rodrigo Cantu delivered public comments to the commission about the threats carbon capture poses to drinking water in the community of Cheek, Texas.
Learn more: https://commissionshift.org/news/public-comments-to-the-railroad-commission-december-2025/
Commission Shift Policy Manager Julie Range delivers public comments about the Railroad Commission’s primary oversight or “primacy” of carbon capture and storage (CCS), and how residents of Cheek, Texas are worried about potential risks to their community as a result of CCS buildout.
Read Julie's full comments: https://commissionshift.org/news/public-comments-to-the-railroad-commission-december-2025/
12/19/2025
Real stories put a face to why business as usual is not working. Commission Shift Action brings these voices forward every day.
Join us by donating today! https://commissionshiftaction.org/?form=CSAGOF
At the December 16th Open Meeting of the Railroad Commission of Texas, Commission Shift Executive Director Virginia Palacios delivered public comments about the commissioners’ accountability to their financial and campaign interests, the potential dangers of primary oversight of carbon capture and storage (CCS) by the commission, and the importance of remote public input at future open meetings.
Read Virginia's full comments: https://commissionshift.org/news/public-comments-to-the-railroad-commission-december-2025/
Community member Douglas Cormier tells the Railroad Commission of Texas about the potential risks of carbon injection and how carbon dioxide leaks could threaten residents of Cheek, Texas.
Learn more: https://commissionshift.org/news/public-comments-to-the-railroad-commission-december-2025/
12/17/2025
Even the best pollution control solutions don’t matter if companies aren’t required to use them. That's where we come in: Commission Shift identifies the solutions. Commission Shift Action makes sure those solutions become reality.
Join us by donating today! https://commissionshiftaction.org/?form=CSAGOF
Community member Michelle Turner delivers public comments to the Railroad Commission about the importance of protecting Cheek, Texas from the risks of carbon injection.
Learn more: https://commissionshift.org/news/public-comments-to-the-railroad-commission-december-2025/
We need your help to show the Texas Legislature that they answer to the people of Texas, not to oil and gas companies. Your Giving Tuesday gift powers community organizing, policy pressure, public safety protections, and real accountability for polluters.
This is your moment — fuel the fight today: https://commissionshiftaction.org/?form=CSAGOF
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Laredo, TX
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