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Texas Railroad Commission eliminates public comment period from its public meetings
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· August 24, 2026
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Key points Further information on the Texas Railroad Commission's new policy and the added "listening sessions" can be found through the source. The Texas Railroad Commission has made changes to its public meeting policies.
The Texas Railroad Commission has made changes to its public meeting policies. A new policy eliminates the public comment period from its meetings. However, the agency has added more "listening sessions" where the public can speak with staff.
The commission voted to adopt this policy before it was shared with the public. Details of the new policy and its implementation are available from the source.
Further information on the Texas Railroad Commission's new policy and the added "listening sessions" can be found through the source.
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Published: August 24, 2026 ·
Source: Texas Public Radio (TPR) ·
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