Our GLO Oil Spill Prevention and Response officers from the Nederland office recently participated in the Neches River Adventures education program at Collier's Ferry to share our role in protecting the Neches River. Keeping the Neches River healthy and oil-free sustains the environment and safeguards the ecosystem for the area's hundreds of plant and wildlife species.
Texas General Land Office
Government Administration
Austin, TX 7,377 followers
The Texas General Land Office is the oldest state agency in Texas.
About us
The Texas General Land Office is the oldest state agency in Texas, established by the Constitution of the Republic of Texas. Agency Mission The Texas General Land Office primarily serves the schoolchildren, veterans, and the environment of Texas. The agency does so by preserving our history, maximizing state revenue through innovative administration, and through the prudent stewardship of state lands and natural resources. Agency Philosophy Transparency and collaboration in governance are lofty goals, but ones that are readily obtainable through a well-defined, common mission that embodies a shared consciousness and respect for all staff. Integrity, adaptability, and collaboration among staff are integral parts of our operation, and it is our staff that will be tasked with carrying out this mission on a daily basis. Therefore, we will work to ensure the professional and personal growth of all GLO staff members, our agency’s most valuable asset. We will accomplish our goals using the highest standards of ethics, professionalism, transparency, fairness, and responsiveness towards those we serve – the citizens of Texas – and among those with whom we serve – our fellow staff members. In adhering to these principles, the Texas General Land Office will become the standard by which effective governance is measured throughout the state. Established by the Republic of Texas immediately after the Texas Revolution in 1836, the position of Land Commissioner predates the position of Governor and other state offices established by annexation in 1845. The Commissioner serves a four year term, elected statewide. NOTE: The titles "Commissioner of the Texas General Land Office" and "Texas Land Commissioner" are used interchangeably. There is no Land Commission. In 1836, the Republic of Texas Congress formed the General Land Office to manage the public domain. The charge was to collect and keep records, provide maps and surveys, and issue titles. In addition to encouraging settlement of public lands via land grants, scrip certificates were redeemable for land, and used to raise cash to finance the Texas revolution and the expenses of the young nation. Because the federal government would not take Texas' land as debt payments, Texas entered the Union owning its public land. Also, unlike other Gulf states, Texas owned its submerged lands - or tidelands - three marine leagues (about 10.3 miles) into the Gulf of Mexico. This proved to be a bounty that would yield rich rewards for the Lone Star State for generations. The Texas Constitution of 1876 set aside half of Texas' remaining public lands to establish a Permanent School Fund (PSF), to help finance public schools. State legislators intended for this land to be sold and the proceeds be deposited into the PSF. Over the next century, deposits to the PSF would be an inexhaustible source of revenue because only interest income from the fund could be spent and would be apportioned among the state's public schools. Today, the Texas General Land Office is focused on maximizing and diversifying revenue sources for the Permanent School Fund. For instance, the Land Office is leading the charge on the development of renewable energy on state lands as a sustainable source of earnings for the PSF. With historic leases for offshore wind energy, solar and geothermal, the Land Office is helping diversify revenue for future generations of Texas schoolchildren. With over 175 years of history, the Texas General Land Office is moving into the future and finding new and innovative ways to serve the people of Texas.
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- 501-1,000 employees
- Headquarters
- Austin, TX
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- Government Agency
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1700 N. Congress
Austin, TX 78701, US
Employees at Texas General Land Office
Updates
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Border security is our top priority. This week, Commissioner Buckingham announced that the GLO will continue a partnership with the Texas Department of Public Safety to allow them to maintain and operate border fencing on GLO property in Starr County. This renewed agreement will help us to secure this border hotspot and assist with Texas' robust border security efforts.
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We will ensure that our Texas coast is protected. Recently, Commissioner Buckingham spoke to the Greater Houston Port Bureau to highlight the GLO's efforts to enhance our coastal resiliency and keep Texas coastal communities safe. We take storm surges and natural disasters very seriously and will do everything we can to protect our ports and maintain easy access along the entire Texas coastline.
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The GLO unapologetically defends oil and gas every single day. This week, Commissioner Buckingham was a guest on "The Patriot's Call" on KWEL AM 1070 and spoke about how the GLO is fighting for and supporting Texas' robust oil and gas industry. Energy production is essential for our country, and we intend for Texas to remain America's energy leader.
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We don’t mess around when it comes to border security. Today, Commissioner Buckingham announced a signed continued agreement with the Texas Department of Public Safety to allow DPS to continue operating and maintaining border fencing on GLO property in Starr County. The GLO and DPS will work together to strengthen our Texas border and protect our Texas families and communities. Read more here: https://lnkd.in/gpr377Gs
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We made Texas bigger for the first time in 200 years. Commissioner Buckingham recently delivered a keynote speech at the Texas Society of Professional Surveyors Convention and talked about how the GLO helped facilitate efforts to claim land for Texas from the cartels. The Texas General Land Office will always support our Texas surveyors and their vital work in helping our agency and the Lone Star State.
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The GLO is working with the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers, Galveston District, to restore sand dunes on the beaches of Visit South Padre Island. Funding for these projects will help improve the island's infrastructure and protect its community from the impact of future storms and hurricanes.
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The GLO is positively affecting the lives of Texans. Commissioner Buckingham spoke at the Washington County Luncheon in Brenham to elaborate on all of the amazing things that the Texas General Land Office is doing for the Lone Star State. From habitat restoration to beach renourishment to oil spill cleanups, we're working 24/7 to preserve our Texas coast and keep our state healthy and strong.
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Yesterday, Commissioner Buckingham presided over the monthly School Land Board (SLB) meeting. Michael A. Neill was honored for his outstanding service and contributions as a valued board member. Together, we're working hard to advance public education and improve public schools for our Texas schoolchildren.