OEPA Members meet with Commissioner Kim David

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A group of OEPA members had the opportunity to sit down with Oklahoma Corporation Commissioner Kim David earlier this month to discuss some of the top issues at the state regulatory agency.

“The meeting with Commissioner David was productive and positive. I enjoyed the discussion with her and appreciate the balance of perspective she brings between the needs of industry and common sense regulations. I find her to be inquisitive, thoughtful and informed about the various issues we discussed,” said OEPA Regulatory Chairman, Charles Teacle.

During the meeting, the group spent quite a bit of time discussing the issues of orphaned wells, plugging and surety in relation to the operated and non-operated interests. We were also able to discuss side issues that could affect the oil and gas industry that the Corporation Commission deals with on the public utility side as it pertains to the future energy needs required to support the increasing demands for AI.

Be on the lookout for the next “Conversation with a Commissioner” event later this year. We encourage all OEPA members to attend!

Oklahoma Energy Producers Alliance Hires Bobby Stem as Director of Government Affairs

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The Oklahoma Energy Producers Alliance (OEPA) has

appointed Bobby Stem, owner of Capitol Gains LLC, as its new Director of Government Affairs.

“I am honored to lead such a principled group of long-time generational small-business oil and natural gas producers in Oklahoma. I know that with the right policies, they will continue to produce for Oklahoma for generations to come. I am excited to do my part to protect the foundation of the oil and natural gas industry in Oklahoma.” Mr. Stem said.

OEPA Chairman, Tom McCasland III, expressed his confidence in the new appointment stating, “Bobby Stem has been one of the top government affairs professionals in Oklahoma for the last 25 years. We are fortunate to have him engaging with us to protect the industry that benefits so many Oklahomans across our state”.

Longtime industry leaders echoed this sentiment, emphasizing Stem’s expertise and

commitment. “Whether it’s advocating for Oklahoma’s infrastructure by building roads and bridges or preserving our oil and natural gas wells for future generations, Bobby shares our core values of putting the interest of all Oklahomans first. We could not have chosen anyone better to lead our government affairs efforts in fighting for the survival of small-business oil and gas producers in Oklahoma,” long time industry leader and OEPA Legislative Committee Chairman, David House from Tulsa said.

The Oklahoma Energy Producers Alliance is the only independent oil and natural gas association in the state. With members spread across nearly every county, OEPA has supported schools, churches, civic projects, and charities in communities from Bartlesville to Elk City and from Guymon to Ardmore for generations.