Gov. Abbott signs executive order to protect energy industry from federal overreach
Gov. Greg Abbott hosted a roundtable with energy workers, leaders, and advocates Thursday, Jan. 28 in Odessa, before issuing an Executive Order aimed to protect Texas' energy industry from federal overreach.
The governor's order directs every state agency to use all lawful powers and tools to challenge any federal action that threatens the continued strength, vitality, and independence of the energy industry.
The order directs state agencies to identify potential litigation, notice-and-comment opportunities, and any other means of preventing federal overreach within the law.
Abbott also announced his support for legislation that will prohibit cities from banning natural gas appliances.
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