New Year’s Day Holiday Schedule

In observance of the New Year holiday, the Railroad Commission of Texas will close at 12:00 p.m. on Wednesday, December 31, 2025, and remain closed through Friday, January 2, 2026. Normal business operations will resume at 8:00 a.m. on Monday, January 5, 2026.

Emergency Contacts: Staff remain available to respond to emergencies. For emergencies, call toll-free at 844-773-0305.

Introduction to Drilling Permits and Online Filing

Thursday, August 19, 2021 - 2:00 PM

Statewide Regulatory Webinar

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This course will outline procedures for filing a Form W-1 (Application for Permit to Drill, Recomplete, or Re-Enter). Main topics for discussion will include an overview of the relevant Statewide Rules; update on new functionality within the Online application, including requirements for Statewide Rule 40, uploading attachments, and which attachments are needed; Off-Lease Penetration Point procedures; and payment problems.