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In observance of Good Friday, the Railroad Commission of Texas offices will be closed on Friday, April 18,  and reopen for business on Monday, April 21, 2025. Staff will be on hand to respond to oil and gas and pipeline emergencies. Call toll-free at 844-773-0305

Notice to Oil and Gas Operators - Minimizing Lighting Impacts from Oil and Gas Activities

February 11, 2019

The Railroad Commission of Texas (RRC) has updated the notice Minimizing Lighting Impacts from Oil and Gas Activities to advise oil and gas operators of new, recommended lighting practices to preserve the dark skies necessary for the University of Texas McDonald Observatory in the Davis Mountains of West Texas. These recommended practices are the result of a collaborative effort by the McDonald Observatory, Permian Basin Petroleum Association, Texas Oil and Gas Association and the American Petroleum Institute.

To view the full notice, visit the RRC website.

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