February 3, 2017
The following can be attributed to Todd Staples, president of the Texas Oil & Gas Association in response to the confirmation of Rex Tillerson as U.S. Secretary of State.
“With the confirmation of Rex Tillerson as U.S. Secretary of State, the United States is represented by an unprecedented champion. A proven and masterful negotiator, Secretary Tillerson will hit the ground running, bringing to this job robust global experience and a deep understanding of the fundamental importance of strong energy policy, both here and abroad.”