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HB 1169

Relating to the adoption of a comprehensive plan to protect oil and gas infrastructure in this state.

89th Legislature (2025) Introduced by Ryan Guillen and 4 co-sponsors

Texas requires creation of a comprehensive statewide plan to protect oil and gas infrastructure from physical and cyber threats through coordinated agency-industry-local government efforts.

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Bill Summary · HB 1169

Legislative bill overview

HB 1169 directs Texas to develop and adopt a comprehensive statewide plan for protecting oil and gas infrastructure from threats including physical damage, cyber attacks, and natural disasters. The bill establishes requirements for coordination between state agencies, industry stakeholders, and local governments to identify vulnerabilities and implement protective measures across the state's energy infrastructure.

Why is this important

Texas leads the nation in oil and gas production, and disruptions to this infrastructure have cascading effects on the state's economy, energy prices, and national energy security. A coordinated protection plan addresses growing concerns about infrastructure vulnerabilities—from weather events to intentional sabotage—by creating a unified strategy rather than fragmented responses across different operators and regions.

Potential points of contention

  • Regulatory burden vs. industry flexibility: Businesses may resist mandatory compliance with state protection standards if they view them as duplicative or overly prescriptive compared to existing federal regulations and industry self-governance
  • Public vs. private investment: The bill's funding mechanism and whether taxpayers or energy companies bear infrastructure protection costs remains a key negotiation point
  • Environmental trade-offs: Infrastructure hardening measures (new facilities, equipment, materials) could have environmental impacts that environmental groups may challenge
  • Critical infrastructure transparency: Balancing necessary security details against public right-to-know regarding where vulnerabilities exist and how taxpayer resources are spent

Compiled from official sources — confirm details with the bill’s official record.

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