Relating to the authority of the Railroad Commission of Texas to designate certain persons as the operator of an orphaned oil or gas well.

This bill allows the Texas Railroad Commission to designate individuals or entities as the operator of an orphaned oil or gas well if they submit specific documentation proving a legal right to the mineral estate, geothermal energy estate, or geologic space accessed by the well. To qualify, applicants must provide documented proof of their interest (e.g., lease agreements or deeds), a compliance certificate, and pay a $250 nonrefundable fee. It directly affects property owners, leaseholders, or geothermal developers seeking to manage or remediate abandoned wells. The bill clarifies that "geothermal energy conservation wells" are distinct from battery storage resources, focusing specifically on wells used for energy retention to support grid electricity.