Government Invites Comments on Crude Oil Deepwater Port Dreams
Published Date: 1/23/2026
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Summary
Bluewater Texas Terminal wants to build a deepwater port to export U.S. crude oil overseas. The government released a new environmental report and is inviting the public to share their thoughts during a 45-day comment period. A fun open house and public meeting will happen on February 3, 2026, in Corpus Christi, Texas, so locals and others can learn more and get involved.
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