River Authorities of Texas
Overview River authorities in Texas are political subdivisions of the state government that have the power to conserve,…
Railroad Commission of Texas
Overview The Railroad Commission of Texas (RRT) is a state agency that regulates the oil and gas industry,…
Texas Parks and Wildlife Department
Overview The Texas Parks and Wildlife Department (TPWD) is a state agency that manages and conserves natural resources…
Texas Water Development Board
Role in Project Financing The Texas Water Development Board (TWDB) is a state agency responsible for financing public…
Texas General Land Office
Agency responsible for managing millions of acres of public land
Texas Commission on Environmental Quality
Understanding the role of Texas' environmental regulatory agency
Soil and Water Conservation Board
Texas state agency created during the 'Dust Bowl' era in 1939
Soil and Water Conservation Districts
Soil and water conservation districts (SWCD) are boards of local farmers and ranchers that work to combat soil…