AUSTIN, Texas (KOSA) - Railroad Commission of Texas commissioners today unanimously elected Commissioner Christi Craddick to serve as chairman of the three-member commission."I am deeply honored by the confidence my fellow Commissioners have placed in me," Craddick said.

"Texas is the energy capital of the world because of the hardworking men and women who produce the resources that fuel our economy, power our communities, and strengthen our national security. I look forward to continuing to work alongside my fellow Commissioners to ensure the RRC remains a fair, effective, and transparent regulator while protecting public safety and the environment.""I congratulate Commissioner Christi Craddick on her election as Chairman of the RRC," said Commissioner Wayne Christian.

"Her prior experience as Chairman will serve the agency well as we continue to improve agency efficiency, protect Texas' natural resources, advance energy abundance and support Texas jobs.""It has been the honor of a lifetime to serve as Chairman of the RRC over the past year, and as my tenure comes to an end, I know the RRC will be in good hands under the leadership of Chairman Craddick," said Commissioner Jim Wright.