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New Legislation Signals Strong Support for CCUS in Texas

The Energy Law

On June 9, 2021, Texas Governor Greg Abbott signed House Bill 1284 (“HB 1284”), which was introduced along with its Senate companion, SB 450, during the state’s 87th legislative session. A Class VI Underground Injection Control permit is required prior to drilling and operating a Class VI well for CCUS operations.

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New Legislation Signals Strong Support for CCUS in Texas

The Energy Law

On June 9, 2021, Texas Governor Greg Abbott signed House Bill 1284 (“HB 1284”), which was introduced along with its Senate companion, SB 450, during the state’s 87th legislative session. A Class VI Underground Injection Control permit is required prior to drilling and operating a Class VI well for CCUS operations.

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Environmental Groups Challenge Louisiana’s Primacy Over Class VI Injection Wells

The Energy Law

On February 22 nd , three environmental groups, Deep South Center for Environmental Justice, Healthy Gulf, and Alliance for Affordable Energy, filed a petition with the 5th U.S. One concern the groups have is that the carbon dioxide may leak into the environment, including underground sources of drinking water.

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New Legislation Signals Strong Support for CCUS in Texas

The Energy Law

On June 9, 2021, Texas Governor Greg Abbott signed House Bill 1284 (“HB 1284”), which was introduced along with its Senate companion, SB 450, during the state’s 87th legislative session. A Class VI Underground Injection Control permit is required prior to drilling and operating a Class VI well for CCUS operations.