Railroad Commission of Texas
03/17/2026 | Press release | Distributed by Public on 03/17/2026 16:15
RRC Hosts Canadian Delegation
RRC Hosts Canadian Delegation
March 17, 2026 Canadian Conservative Leader Pierre Poilievre (left) and Railroad Commission of Texas Chairman Jim Wright shake hands during a meeting at the RRC headquarters in Austin, March 17, 2026.AUSTIN - The Railroad Commission of Texas (RRC) hosted a group of Canadian dignitaries at its Austin headquarters on March 17 to discuss the agency's role as a global leader in energy regulation.
Led by the Canadian Conservative Leader Pierre Poilievre, the delegation received a briefing on the RRC's regulatory duties and learned about Texas' global leadership in energy development.
"It was an honor to host Canadian Conservative Leader Pierre Poilievre at the Railroad Commission of Texas," said RRC Chairman Jim Wright. "As a native of the Canadian oil and gas producing province of Alberta, Leader Poilievre understands that energy security and common-sense regulatory policies serve as the foundation of a strong economy."
As the regulator of one of the most dynamic energy economies in the world, the RRC routinely hosts foreign delegations including representatives from Germany and Argentina last year. Also in 2025, Canadian financial leaders visited Austin where they learned about the Commission's longstanding relationship with Canadian provinces, including collaboration through the Interstate Oil and Gas Compact Commission.
"The Railroad Commission of Texas has a long and storied history prioritizing common-sense, pro-growth energy policies and it was a pleasure to discuss the Commission's outlook and approach with our northern neighbors," he added.
This visit is just the latest example of how the RRC remains at the forefront of the global conversation on energy production and regulation.
About the Railroad Commission:Our mission is to serve Texas by our stewardship of natural resources and the environment, our concern for personal and community safety, and our support of enhanced development and economic vitality for the benefit of Texans. The Commission has a long and proud history of service to both Texas and to the nation, including more than 100 years regulating the oil and gas industry. The Commission also has jurisdiction over alternative fuels safety, natural gas utilities, surface mining and intrastate pipelines. Established in 1891, the Railroad Commission of Texas is the oldest regulatory agency in the state. To learn more, please visit https://www.rrc.texas.gov/about-us/.
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