The Future of Unconventionals from a Regulatory Perspective

URTeC Topical Breakfast

Wednesday, 22 June 2022, 7:00 a.m.–8:15 a.m.  |  Houston, Texas

Course Content

With an increasing emphasis on environmental protection, water management, and emissions, unconventionals face an often confusing regulatory landscape. What are the directions today and what are the primary issues that will affect drilling and producing unconventional resources in the future? In addition, this talk with address what you need to know in order to prepare adequately to be in compliance and avoid costly errors.

Room Assignment:

George R. Brown Convention Center, Room 381

Fee:

$40

Speaker:

Chris Hosek, Texas Star Alliance

Venue

George R. Brown Convention Center

1001 Avenida De Las Americas

Houston, Texas 77010

United States

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Instructor

Chris Hosek Texas Star Alliance

Chris Hosek is a principal of Texas Star Alliance, specializing in direct lobbying and state agency relations. Chris has experience with a broad range of legislative issues and policy initiatives including a specific expertise in the energy sector. Chris served as the chief of staff for 5 years to the Chair of the Railroad Commission of Texas. The Railroad Commission is the regulatory body that oversees Texas’ energy industries including all levels of the oil and gas industry, pipeline safety, gas utility rates and the permitting and reclamation of coal and uranium mines. Prior to his work at the Railroad Commission, Chris served as the legislative director in the Texas House of Representatives for the 78th and 77th sessions. Chris served as the committee aide to the Appropriations Committee, responsible for drafting the state’s two-year budget. He also served as a committee aide for a member on the House Energy Resources Committee, where he received his background in the energy field. Chris served in various roles for elected officials where he managed and developed legislative issues. Other committees experience includes the Urban Affairs Committee and State Recreational Resource Committee. has met with numerous international trade delegations at the Railroad Commission. He also participated in several trade missions to Mexico, Qatar, United Arab Emirates, Philippines, Singapore, and Myanmar. In addition to serving the legislative needs of his clients, Chris’ involvement with the community is robust. Chris was appointed to serve on the Interstate Oil and Gas Compact Commission, a multi-state government entity that is viewed as the authority on domestic oil and gas issues.