Join facilitated roundtable discussions on a topic of your choice — a chance to share feedback, identify key challenges, and help shape industry recommendations moving forward.

1. Rulemaking considerations for SB 1150--new Texas law to limit well plugging extensions
   The Texas Legislature recently imposed new limits for well plugging extensions for older wells and offered new options for these wells to qualify for an extension. This roundtable provides a brief overview of previous plugging extension rules and related deficiencies, the new law, and how the rulemaking for the new law will provide an opportunity to tackle these deficiencies for older wells.   
   Julie Range, Commission Shift
    
2. Building a Workforce for Well Plugging and Reclamation
   Plugging orphan and idle wells creates direct employment opportunities across the Southwest, from field crews and equipment operators to monitoring and reclamation specialists. This roundtable will examine how well remediation programs can drive local job growth, support workforce development, and strengthen regional economies.
   Megan Biven, True Transition
    
3. Advancing Methane Credit Pathways for Orphan and Idle Wells
   This session will explore how methane credits are being structured, verified, and deployed in connection with orphan and idle well programs
   Scott Yezner, Yenzer Strategy