Sam Short

Deputy Director, Air Permits Division Texas Commission on Environmental Quality

Samuel received a Bachelor of Science degree in Wildlife Biology from Texas State University. He began his career with the Texas Commission on Environmental Quality in August 2005 as an enforcement coordinator in the Enforcement Division. In February 2012, Samuel became the work leader for the Drinking Water Enforcement Team in the Enforcement Division. In April 2015, Samuel joined the Air Permits Division as the manager of the Rule Registrations Section. Samuel also served as the manager of the Energy Section and assistant director of the Air Permits Division.

Main Conference Day 1: Wednesday, December 3

4:00 PM State Regulator Exchange: State Solutions in a Time of Federal Uncertainty

As federal methane regulations face political shifts and potential rollback, the role of state-level action has never been more critical. However, while this leadership helps move the needle forward, increasingly prescriptive requirements and regulatory complexity are creating new challenges, particularly for operators managing compliance across multiple jurisdictions. This panel will explore how states are shaping the future of methane management and how operators can adapt strategically.

Gain direct insights from state regulators on how methane rules are evolving and what operators need to be thinking about now to stay ahead
Understand the regulatory mindset behind different state approaches — from strict, prescriptive frameworks to more flexible, performance-based models
Learn actionable strategies to streamline compliance across jurisdictions — minimizing operational complexity and reducing risk when working across multiple states

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