Texas Railroad Commissioner Wayne Christian is seeking another term in office next year.

As reported by Texas Scorecard, Christian has announced his plans to run for re-election next year after finishing up his first six-year term in office. Christian, so far, is the first candidate from any party with Texas ballot access to declare their candidacy for the job.

“Over the course of my first term, I have seen Texas lead America closer to energy independence than we have been in over 50 years,” Christian said. “Unfortunately, COVID-19 and the election of President Biden have shown us the fragility of that independence and the importance of having principled conservative leaders overseeing our energy policy. It is with this in mind that I have decided to run for a second term.”

Christian has served as one of three members of the Railroad Commission since winning his first term in 2016. Presently serving with Commissioners Christi Craddick and Jim Wright, Christian will be the only member of the Commission up for re-election next year.