CHAIR | DEREK ALBRO, DEVON ENERGY
VICE CHAIR | MIKE MCDONALD, TRIAD ENERGY

This committee provides information and analysis on the impact of proposed legislation on our industry. Committee members and staff review the more than 2,000 bills introduced each session in Oklahoma and are responsible for evaluating all legislation which could affect the oil or natural gas industry. They monitor, report, and carry out the board of directors’ policy with respect to any and all legislative issues before local and state bodies. This committee meets regularly during legislative sessions and as needed the rest of the year.

CHAIR | LACY MCCORMACK, CHESAPEAKE ENERGY

This subcommittee is responsible for monitoring and evaluating all tax issues which could affect the oil or natural gas industry in Oklahoma. This subcommittee focuses on regulations and legislation involved in the payment of taxes and develops proposals for changes in various tax laws, rules and regulations. The committee maintains communication with divisions of the Oklahoma Tax Commission. Meetings are held as needed.

CHAIR | DREW HARDING, UNIT CORPORATION

This committee is responsible for monitoring and evaluating all legal matters which could affect the oil or natural gas industry. The committee reviews court decisions and pending litigation to determine the impact on the industry. It also serves as a forum for the discussion and analysis of key legal questions that could impact the industry. The committee serves as the foundation for creating special ad hoc groups formed to represent the oil and natural gas industry’s interest in litigation. Meetings are held once a quarter or as needed.

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VICE CHAIR | JOE BREVETTI, CHARTER OAK PRODUCTION

This committee is responsible for monitoring and evaluating all regulatory issues which could affect the oil and natural gas industry in Oklahoma. The committee carries out board policy with respect to any and all regulatory or environmental issues before local, state or federal regulatory agencies and coordinates with the Legislative Committee on local, state or federal legislative activity concerning environmental issues. Meetings are held once a quarter or as needed.

CHAIR | HEATHER LACY, DEVON ENERGY

This subcommittee is responsible for monitoring and evaluating all federal regulations which could affect the oil and natural gas industry on federal lands in Oklahoma. Meetings are held as needed.

CHAIR | BRIAN SCHMIT, DEVON ENERGY
VICE CHAIR | PETE CHRISTIANSON, MARATHON OIL

This subcommittee is composed of technical personnel from the Petroleum Alliance of Oklahoma’s member companies to study and share research about seismic activity in Oklahoma. The subcommittee reviews and advises on regulatory actions and legislative proposals aimed at reducing seismic activity in the state. Meetings are held as needed.

CHAIR | MIKE SMITH, DEVON ENERGY

This subcommittee reviews air quality legislation, rules, and regulations developed by state agencies and prepares responses to these proposals. The committee takes an active role in preparing comments and testimony on proposed rules and regulations before the Oklahoma Corporation Commission, the Department of Environmental Quality, and other regulatory agencies. Meetings are held as needed.

CHAIR | VACANT

This subcommittee reviews and responds to water quality legislation, rules, and regulations developed by state agencies. The subcommittee takes an active role in preparing comments and testimony on proposed rules and regulations before the Oklahoma Corporation Commission, the Department of Environmental Quality, and other regulatory agencies. Meetings are held as needed.

CHAIR | ANGIE BURCKHALTER, CONTINENTAL RESOURCES

This subcommittee reviews land/waste rules and regulations developed by state agencies and prepares responses to these proposals. The committee takes an active role in preparing comments and testimony on proposed rules and regulations before the Oklahoma Corporation Commission, the Department of Environmental Quality and other regulatory agencies. Meetings are held as needed.

CHAIR | GORDON PENNOYER, CHESAPEAKE ENERGY
VICE CHAIR | CINDY HASSLER, OVINTIV USA, INC.

This committee is responsible for advancing the advocacy goals of the Alliance. The committee works to shape messaging on evolving issues and fine-tune strategy to promote advocacy goals. Meetings are held once a quarter or as needed.

CHAIR | VALERIE MITCHELL, CADENCE ENERGY
VICE CHAIR | TOMMIE HERELL, SPITFIRE ENERGY GROUP

This committee is responsible for developing and implementing programs intended to achieve and maintain the highest possible membership in the Petroleum Alliance of Oklahoma, including recruiting new members, retaining current members, and working with the Wildcatters Club president to help recruit and retain members. This committee discusses all matters regarding strategic planning for the Alliance membership and advises on events, membership marketing, and creating short-term and long-term plans for recommendation to the Executive Committee. Meetings are held once a quarter or as needed.

CHAIR | SARAH KERN, HELMERICH & PAYNE

This subcommittee works to support the development of young oil and natural gas industry professionals by establishing a base of qualified and dedicated leaders the Alliance can draw upon to strengthen the organization and the industry. The subcommittee will foster professional development through a series of educational seminars, networking events, and industry-oriented advocacy engagements. Meetings are held once a quarter or as needed.

CHAIR | ETHAN HOUSE, ENERGYNET

The Oilfield Services Auction Working Group consists of professionals from both the exploration and production and oilfield services sectors. The primary focus of this group is to identify timely and in-demand services, products, and other applicable items for the purposes of supporting the annual Oilfield Services Auction. Members of this group will be expected to assist in soliciting donations from member companies and to recruit and educate prospective bidding companies to ensure maximum participation.