85R14727 KSM-F
By: Darby H.R. No. 860
R E S O L U T I O N
WHEREAS, March 22, 2017, is the first Texas Energy Day at the
State Capitol; and
WHEREAS, Texas leads the United States in oil and natural gas
production, refining capacity, and pipeline miles, all of which
contribute to an unprecedented level of American energy security;
in 2016, the country's net imports of crude oil hit a 20-year low,
and in fiscal year 2016, the industry generated $9.4 billion in
taxes and royalties that directly fund our schools, roads, and
emergency services; and
WHEREAS, Many Texas oil and natural gas companies are leading
the way in developing new technologies designed to reduce water
use, expand water reuse, and increase the use of naturally
occurring salt water in their operations; and
WHEREAS, Thanks to additional innovation and advances in
technology, carbon dioxide emissions associated with energy
production dropped 12 percent between 2005 and 2015, and today,
natural gas production has one of the smallest carbon footprints of
traditional fuel sources; moreover, although oil and natural gas
production have increased, methane levels have remained flat as
companies continuously work to reduce emissions; and
WHEREAS, Oil and natural gas are used to make 96 percent of
products and materials that we use every day, including plastics,
medicines, computers, and more, and the Lone Star State is a vital
contributor to the nation's global energy leadership; now,
therefore, be it
RESOLVED, That the House of Representatives of the 85th Texas
Legislature hereby recognize March 22, 2017, as Texas Energy Day at
the State Capitol and extend to the visitors associated with
today's event sincere best wishes for an informative and enjoyable
stay in Austin.