LEGISLATIVE COMMITTEE & SUBCOMMITTEE
LEGISLATIVE COMMITTEE
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.
TAX SUBCOMMITTEE
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.
LEGAL COMMITTEE
LEGAL COMMITTEE
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.
REGULATORY COMMITTEE & SUBCOMMITTEES
REGULATORY COMMITTEE
CHAIR |
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.
BLM/FEDERAL ISSUES SUBCOMMITTEE
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.
SEISMICITY SUBCOMMITTEE
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.
AIR SUBCOMMITTEE
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.
WATER SUBCOMMITTEE
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.
LAND/WASTE SUBCOMMITTEE
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.
PUBLIC RELATIONS COMMITTEE
PUBLIC RELATIONS COMMITTEE
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.
MEMBERSHIP & ORGANIZATION COMMITTEES
MEMBERSHIP & ORGANIZATION COMMITTEE
CHAIR | VALERIE MITCHELL, TROY ENERGY E&P, LLC
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.
NEXT GENERATION PETROLEUM ALLIANCE
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.
OILFIELD SERVICES AUCTION WORKING GROUP
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.
OPERATIONS COMMITTEE & SUBCOMMITTEES
OPERATIONS COMMITTEE
CHAIR | BRIAN SIMMONS, TEMPLAR ENERGY
VICE CHAIR | GEREE WALD-MORTON, PLASTER & WALD
The operations committee identifies and addresses challenges involved in the exploration, production, transportation, and refining of oil and natural gas in the state of Oklahoma. Meetings are held once a quarter or as needed.
PRODUCERS SUBCOMMITTEE
CHAIR | SCOTT DONNELLY, CONTINENTAL RESOURCES
The producers subcommittee consists of companies who are active exploration and production operators. The committee serves as a forum for operations leaders to provide thoughtful input on how to address and solve potential challenges. Meetings are held as needed.
REFINING SUBCOMMITTEE
CHAIR | KEVIN LASSAHN, VALERO
This committee is composed of state refinery managers and provides a forum for addressing refining issues. Meetings are held as needed.
MIDSTREAM SUBCOMMITTEE
CHAIR | DUSTY DARR, ONEOK
This committee provides an opportunity for addressing issues specifically relating to the midstream industry including pipelines, gathering, processing and storage. The committee also provides input for the development of legislation and regulations to be advocated by the Alliance. Meetings are held as needed.
HEALTH & SAFETY (E&P) SUBCOMMITTEE
CHAIR | CHRIS HYDE, MARATHON OIL
This subcommittee consists of professionals involved in developing safe work practices for employees and contractors working for the companies they represent. The committee meets quarterly to share best practices, lessons learned, safety alerts and information concerning current health & safety issues arising in the petroleum industry. This committee is responsible for monitoring the safety environment as it relates to the industry in Oklahoma.
OILFIELD SERVICES SUBCOMMITTEE
CHAIR | JEFF ALLISON, HALLIBURTON
The Oilfield Services Committee provides an opportunity for addressing issues relating to the oilfield services sector. The committee also provides input into the development of legislation and regulations to be advocated by the Alliance. Committee members consist of any engaged member representing an oilfield services company. Meetings are held as needed.
COMMITTEES
The Alliance’s committees are integral to the work we do. If you are interested in joining a committee, contact SVP of Membership & Development, Natalie Kinmonth, at natalie@okpetro.com.
LEGISLATIVE COMMITTEE & SUBCOMMITTEE
LEGISLATIVE COMMITTEE
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.
TAX SUBCOMMITTEE
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.
LEGAL COMMITTEE
LEGAL COMMITTEE
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.
REGULATORY COMMITTEE & SUBCOMMITTEES
REGULATORY COMMITTEE
CHAIR |
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.
BLM/FEDERAL ISSUES SUBCOMMITTEE
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.
SEISMICITY SUBCOMMITTEE
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.
AIR SUBCOMMITTEE
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.
WATER SUBCOMMITTEE
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.
LAND/WASTE SUBCOMMITTEE
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.
PUBLIC RELATIONS COMMITTEE
PUBLIC RELATIONS COMMITTEE
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.
MEMBERSHIP & ORGANIZATION COMMITTEES
MEMBERSHIP & ORGANIZATION COMMITTEE
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.
NEXT GENERATION PETROLEUM ALLIANCE
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.
OILFIELD SERVICES AUCTION WORKING GROUP
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.
OPERATIONS COMMITTEE & SUBCOMMITTEES
OPERATIONS COMMITTEE
CHAIR | BRIAN SIMMONS, TEMPLAR ENERGY
VICE CHAIR | GEREE WALD-MORTON, PLASTER & WALD
The operations committee identifies and addresses challenges involved in the exploration, production, transportation, and refining of oil and natural gas in the state of Oklahoma. Meetings are held once a quarter or as needed.
PRODUCERS SUBCOMMITTEE
CHAIR | SCOTT DONNELLY, CONTINENTAL RESOURCES
The producers subcommittee consists of companies who are active exploration and production operators. The committee serves as a forum for operations leaders to provide thoughtful input on how to address and solve potential challenges. Meetings are held as needed.
REFINING SUBCOMMITTEE
CHAIR | KEVIN LASSAHN, VALERO
This committee is composed of state refinery managers and provides a forum for addressing refining issues. Meetings are held as needed.
MIDSTREAM SUBCOMMITTEE
CHAIR | DUSTY DARR, ONEOK
This committee provides an opportunity for addressing issues specifically relating to the midstream industry including pipelines, gathering, processing and storage. The committee also provides input for the development of legislation and regulations to be advocated by the Alliance. Meetings are held as needed.
HEALTH & SAFETY (E&P) SUBCOMMITTEE
CHAIR | CHRIS HYDE, MARATHON
This subcommittee consists of professionals involved in developing safe work practices for employees and contractors working for the companies they represent. The committee meets quarterly to share best practices, lessons learned, safety alerts and information concerning current health & safety issues arising in the petroleum industry. This committee is responsible for monitoring the safety environment as it relates to the industry in Oklahoma.
OILFIELD SERVICES SUBCOMMITTEE
CHAIR | JEFF ALLISON, HALLIBURTON
The Oilfield Services Committee provides an opportunity for addressing issues relating to the oilfield services sector. The committee also provides input into the development of legislation and regulations to be advocated by the Alliance. Committee members consist of any engaged member representing an oilfield services company. Meetings are held as needed.