Texas.Gov Payments General Maintenance

Notice to Operators: RRC Online Payments will be unavailable Thursday, March 26, 2026, from 9:30 PM CT to 11:00 PM CT. During this time, customers using RRC applications will be unable to process online payments through Texas.gov payment services and will be redirected to a maintenance page and unable to complete payments until after the maintenance is complete.

Government Relations

Printable Overview

Government Relations serves as the Railroad Commission of Texas’ (RRC) liaison with state leadership and members of the Texas Legislature on matters of policy affecting the agency and constituent affairs. During legislative sessions, government relations identifies and monitors important issues and legislation that could affect the RRC and industries that fall under the jurisdiction of the agency. The division also works closely with partner state agencies on issues of mutual interest or jurisdiction, when necessary.

RRC Energy Minute

The Government Relations Division distributes the RRC Energy Minute to members and staff of the Texas Legislature to provide monthly updates on agency activities.  Current and past editions of the RRC Energy Minute are available below.



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