Christian faced Luke Warford (D) in the Nov. 8 general election. .inner_percentage.Democratic { The suit argues that High Roller Environmental did not properly notify nearby property owners before seeking project approval from the commission. a[aria-expanded=false] .fa-chevron-down { They defeated Kelly Stone and Mark Watson in the Democratic primary for Texas Railroad Commission on March 3, 2020. } } Survey responses from candidates in this race. .mw-body #mw-content-text th.votebox-results-cell--text { .answers-container { font-style: italic; Railroad Commissioner (Rep) . } ". } What responsibilities of this office do you personally consider the most important? Five candidates are presently running in the March 1, 2022 Republican Primary to be the next Railroad Commissioner of Texas. margin-bottom: -2px !important; Lieutenant Governor I am passionate about ensuring Texas remains an international leader in energy production. } --highlights-background: #d3d4d5; .quote-icons { Incumbent mayor Steve Adler was term-limited and could not run for re-election. display: inline-block; padding: 5px; .non_result_row div { I want to bring my skills and industry experience to the RRC to put Texas families first. } } State executives | .results_row.winner { letter-spacing: .04em; In 2020, Ballotpedia re-examined the 206 Pivot Counties to view their voting patterns following that year's presidential election. VoterInfobyState_Toggle = true; The section below shows responses from candidates in this race who completed Ballotpedia's Candidate Connection survey. width: 35px !important; .race_header.republican { padding: 20px; I know the regulations, why we have them, and I know how to make minor tweaks if need be to adjust if needed. border-right: 1px solid #ddd; border-top: 1px solid #ddd; Weve got some very uncomfortable things we need to talk about. Occupation: Chairman, Railroad Commission of Texas. The results have been certified. I am willing to do what others won't - as evidenced by my work as a floor hand on oil rigs. Impossible to pick just one! } I have been working since I turned 16 and was able to drive myself. } .votebox-results-metadata { How to vote | text-align: center; Tech: Matt Latourelle Nathan Bingham Ryan Burch Kirsten Corrao Beth Dellea Travis Eden Tate Kamish Margaret Kearney Eric Lotto Joseph Sanchez. Was absentee/mail-in voting available to all voters? overflow: hidden; As a Texas Railroad Commissioner, I will serve our state by asking difficult questions and including all stakeholders to reach the answers together. Ballot measures, Who represents me? overflow-x: auto; Preventing federal intervention in Texas energy regulation (we can govern ourselves); 3. background-color: #6db24f; } } How to run for office | He also served in the Texas House of Representatives from 1997 to 2013. Tech: Matt Latourelle Nathan Bingham Ryan Burch Kirsten Corrao Beth Dellea Travis Eden Tate Kamish Margaret Kearney Eric Lotto Joseph Sanchez. | Matt Sterett defeated Charlie Stevens in the Libertarian convention for Texas Railroad Commission on August 3, 2020. I am a hard worker, I am detail oriented, and I get stuff done. width: 100%; I come from really humble beginnings, but with hard work, dedication, and a willingness to do what others won't, I graduated from college and made a good life for myself and my family. } .votebox_bp_logo { This agency is supposed to be a consumer protection agency, but it has become an industry protection agency.
. align-items:center; .image-candidate-thumbnail { padding-right: 62px; .expand-all:hover, .collapse-all:hover {cursor: pointer; text-decoration: underline;} } In response to the lawsuit, Christian told the Texas Monthly via email that the Railroad Commissions general counsel advised him to approve the permit as long as the facility used a modern clay liner, which it did.[9], The Odessa Americans report said that Christians campaign received a $100,000 contribution from HR Environmental on Dec. 11, 2020, and included a quote from an attorney that filed the lawsuit questioning the appropriateness of the contribution. margin-right: 10px; width: 350px; padding: 20px; padding-top: 8px; I am committed to social and economic justice for all -- that includes addressing issues of defunding and demilitarizing the police and granting civilian review boards subpoena power; legalizing cannabis in ways that create restorative justice, making up for decades of discrimination in arrests for possession; abolishing ICE; addressing systemic racism and standing up for the rights of the LGBTQIA+ community. One of the reasons I'm running for office is because I'm struggling to find any elected officials who are role models. Luke Warford, a former energy consultant, is running for a seat on Texas' influential Railroad Commission. position: relative; color: #aaa; "[3] Christian responded to a news report regarding the commission's approval of an oilfield waste repository project in February 2022. ", Sources: So if I have to name a struggle, it's the constant change that comes with moving frequently. } What qualities do you possess that you believe would make you a successful officeholder? Christian's professional experience includes working in business, banking, and real estate and owning a financial services business. display: block; clearInterval(nTimer); Dawayne Tipton was at 11.48%. There were no incumbents in this race. background-color: #003388; Texas held an election for one of three seats on the Texas Railroad Commission on November 8, 2022. The 2020 Democratic nominee for railroad commissioner, Chrysta Castaeda, lost by 9 percentage . overflow-y: auto; Ballot measures, Who represents me? font-size: 12px; padding: 15px 15px 5px 15px; Click on a candidate's name to view that candidate's responses. }, 100); $('.collapse').collapse('hide'); padding-right: 62px; display: inline-block; background-color: green; } James Wright defeated incumbent Ryan Sitton in the Republican primary for Texas Railroad Commission on March 3, 2020. Regulating intrastate pipelines - the safest way to ensure Texans have access to affordable natural gas energy. Katija Gruene advanced from the Green convention for Texas Railroad Commission on April 18, 2020. Roman McAllen defeated Chris Spellmon in the Democratic primary for Texas Railroad Commission on March 6, 2018. Christian's website describes him as a businessman and says, "Throughout his first term, Christian developed a strong record of fighting against frivolous regulations and standing strong for free markets and American Energy Dominance. } As the youngest statewide Democratic candidate in more than 30 years in Texas, I will bring a fresh perspective to the Texas Railroad Commission. top: -1px; font-weight: 100; Federal courts | Chrysta Castaeda defeated Roberto Alonzo in the Democratic primary runoff for Texas Railroad Commission on July 14, 2020. } padding:7px 8px 8px; Ballotpedia does not edit or correct typographical errors unless the candidate's campaign requests it. Elections in 2023 | The 2022 Austin mayoral election was held on November 8, 2022 to elect the next mayor of Austin, Texas. border-radius: 7px 7px 0 0; Chrysta Castaeda and Roberto Alonzo advanced to a runoff. We provide results for polls that are included in polling aggregation from FiveThirtyEight and RealClearPolitics, when available. text-align: center; border: 1px solid #999; Christian's professional experience includes working in business, banking, and real estate and owning a financial services business. height: 50px; Are there any little-known powers or responsibilities held by this office that you believe more people should be aware of? Im running to keep the lights on. "[4]Cite error: Closing missing for tag. font-size: 12px; padding: 15px 15px 5px 15px; Do you have a photo that could go here? Oversee the development of the states energy resources while protecting public health and the environment through an effective regulatory program that allows for the orderly and efficient development of oil and gas resources. The following key messages were curated by Ballotpedia staff. App'x. padding:7px 8px 8px; overflow-x: scroll; overflow-y: hidden; I was in middle school and was at a friend's house for a slumber party. Include all stakeholders in long-term planning to protect Texas energy independence. Elected officials should serve the public, rather than their campaign donors. Vote 2022 Texas; . color: #fff; It's time the RRC has someone with industry experience and knows how the RRC policies affect the industry from the board room to the guys working on the rigs. Sarah Stogner. There were no incumbents in this race. (function() { I am a man of action. I strongly believe that we, the people, know what's best for ourselves and our families rather than the government. I don't see my self as a politician, but a problem solver. text-align: left; The commission does not regulate the railroad industry, but instead oversees the oil and gas business in Texas. } In 2020, Ballotpedia re-examined the 206 Pivot Counties to view their voting patterns following that year's presidential election. --subtitle-background: #334aab; margin-bottom:16px; His website lists endorsements from U.S. Sen Ted Cruz (R) and three members of Texas' delegation to the U.S. House of Representatives. Its hard for Texans to know whats going on with the Railroad Commission when the current Commissioners fail to provide transparency around the issuing of permits and decision-making that is designed to help their campaign donors at the expense of public safety. Just as important as industry knowledge, however, is the ability to communicate with legislators, business, and the general public about the work of the Commission. border-radius: 0 0 7px 7px; No polls were available for this election. The Book - Good to Great by Jim Collins, written over 25 years ago. padding: 5px; $(window).on('resize',resizeChevron); ", "I am an experienced oil and gas attorney focusing on bringing fair, predictable, and effective leadership to the Railroad Commission of Texas. As Commissioner I will ensure that Texans maintains its energy leadership of the last hundred years for hundreds of years to come. Public policy, Communications: Alison Graves Carley Allensworth Abigail Campbell Sarah Groat Caitlin Vanden Boom }); width: 100%; .race_header.democratic { background: #4c4c4c; U.S. Congress | .image-candidate-thumbnail { Texas voted Republican in all six presidential elections between 2000 and 2020. } } .votebox_legend .non_result_row { The runoff election was held on May 24, 2022. | $('.collapse').collapse('hide'); The primary was scheduled for March 1, 2022, and a primary runoff was scheduled for May 24, 2022. May 24, 2022 Voter Data is deleted after every. I am a fiscal conservative and value maximizing efficiency and cutting waste. font-style: italic; font-size: 0.9em; .votebox-scroll-container { clearInterval(nTimer); In the race for Republican Lt. What responsibilities of this office do you personally consider the most important? position: absolute; Operations: Meghann Olshefski Mandy Morris Kelly Rindfleisch border-radius: 0 0 7px 7px; Transparency and accountability are some of the most important parts of being a successful elected official, and those are the aspects of the job that I will prioritize as Texas Railroad Commissioner. } It's important that someone on the Railroad Commission truly understands how the regulations and policies affect the industry from the guys on the rig to the boardroom. display: flex; .multi-survey-header { Ballotpedia does not edit or correct typographical errors unless the candidate's campaign requests it. I think it certainly helps, but so does the experience gained in the field and brought to the commission. Policy: Christopher Nelson Caitlin Styrsky Molly Byrne Katharine Frey Jimmy McAllister Samuel Postell var nTimer = setInterval(function() { The results have been certified. .mw-body #mw-content-text .votebox .race_header h3.votebox-header-office-name { Incumbent Wayne Christian defeated Sarah Stogner in the Republican primary runoff for Texas Railroad Commission on May 24, 2022. } Commissioner Wayne Christian A lifelong conservative businessman, Wayne Christian was elected as our 50 th Texas Railroad Commissioner in November 2016. As a Texas Railroad Commissioner, I will serve our state by asking difficult questions and including all stakeholders to reach the answers together. } I served in the U.S. Army for 21 years and the Oil & Gas Industry for 30 years. background-color: #db0000; .votebox-covid-disclaimer { letter-spacing: 0.03em; .outer_percentage { We need to include all stakeholders (including operators, landowners, mineral owners, regulators, and the general public) at the table as we usher in the next era of Texas energy independence.". .mw-body #mw-content-text th.votebox-results-cell--text { $("div.vis_widget_title").each(function(index) { Election information in Texas: Nov. 8, 2022, election. Heading into the election, the other two members of the Texas Railroad Commission were Christi Craddick (R) and James Wright (R).[6]. font-size: 12px; Source, This section includes candidate profiles created in one of two ways: either the candidate completed Ballotpedia's Candidate Connection survey, or Ballotpedia staff compiled a profile based on campaign websites, advertisements, and public statements after identifying the candidate as noteworthy.[7]. All Texans deserve access to clean, reliable, and affordable energy. border-top: 1px solid #ddd; .votebox-results-metadata-p { Texas 2022 Elections Republican Railroad Commissioner Wayne Christian wins reelection. Trying to do it the traditional way of being nice and proper, wearing my Sunday School dress, and saying would Jesus want us to let our groundwater be polluted, and no one seemed to listen or care. .multi-survey-header p { .inner_percentage.Green { So if I have to name a struggle, it's the constant change that comes with moving frequently. display: block; It is the primary regulatory agency for the production of Oil & Gas, mining, pipeline safety, utilities, etc. position: relative; The election was nonpartisan; candidates' party affiliations did not appear on the ballot. Industry experience is vital because you have to understand what's going on in order to regulate something that employs such a large swath of Texans and is such a major component of the Texas economy. Biography: Christian received a bachelor's degree in business from Stephen F. Austin University in 1973. text-align: center; } display: block; } We need industry experts willing to take a deep dive into the complicated issues facing the industry. Opinion. Click here to contact our editorial staff, and click here to report an error. } The RRC in particular is not a role for sitting on the sidelines. } } .mw-body #mw-content-text th.votebox-results-cell--text { display: none; } Transparency is a vital part of making the Railroad Commission work effectively, and if the public doesnt feel like their needs are being met, and that the Railroad Commission is advocating for their concerns, as the people of Texas feel right now, then the Railroad Commission is failing its duty to Texans. Sarah Stogner (R) completed Ballotpedia's Candidate Connection survey. letter-spacing: 0.03em; background-color: #f4f4f4; margin: 0 !important; margin-right: 10px; letter-spacing: 0.03em; margin-right: 10px; top: 2px; } .panel-heading:hover { cursor: pointer;} They defeated Tom Slocum Jr., Marvin Summers, and Dawayne Tipton in the Republican primary for Texas Railroad Commission on March 1, 2022. One of my first vivid historical memories was when Princess Diana died. 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