Jon Rosenthal, Railroad Commissioner

Jon Rosenthal

Democratic

Running for Railroad Commissioner.

Background

Rosenthal has represented a Houston-area House district for four terms and worked about 25 years as an oilfield mechanical engineer. He was unopposed in the Democratic primary.

Current role: Texas State Representative, District 135
Occupation: Mechanical engineer (oil and gas)
Education: Mechanical engineering degree
Prior offices: Texas House of Representatives, District 135 (2019-present)

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Positions

Priorities for This Office

What does the candidate say they would prioritize in this office?

Data center policy, a more responsive commission, affordable gas utility rates, and energy jobs.

Relevant Experience

What experience does the candidate cite as qualifying them for this office?

Cites about 25 years as a drilling equipment engineer and engineering manager and four terms in the Texas House.

Operations and Service

What changes, if any, does the candidate propose to how the office operates or serves the public?

Regional community liaisons and language access, a 24/7 hotline, ending routine flaring and venting, leak detection rules, expanded well plugging with public dashboards, and denying permits to violators.

Money

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Endorsements

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