Chris Hosek is a principal of Texas Star Alliance, specializing in direct Texas legislative government relations, strategic communications and state agency relations. Chris has experience with a broad range of legislative issues and policy initiatives including a specific expertise in the energy sector. The Railroad Commission is the regulatory body that oversees Texas’ energy industries including all levels of the oil and gas industry, pipeline safety, gas utility rates and the permitting and reclamation of coal and uranium mines. Prior to his work at the Railroad Commission, Chris was also the legislative director for Jones in the Texas House of Representatives for the 78th and 77th sessions. Chris served as the committee aide to the Appropriations Committee, responsible for drafting the state’s two-year budget. He was also committee aide for Jones on the House Energy Resources Committee, where he received his background in the energy field. Chris served in various roles for elected officials where he managed and developed legislative issues. Other committees experience includes the Urban Affairs Committee and State Recreational Resource Committee. D CEO Magazine named Chris the “Energy Services Innovator of the Year" for his work in the oil and gas government affairs area. Last Year, he won Texas Oil and Gas Award for Service Excellence, the first energy lobbyist to win the award. In 2015, 2017, 2019, 2021 and 2023. Chris was ranked in the top “Power Ranking” by Capitol Inside, a Texas political publication. In 2013, he was recognized as a “Rising Star” on its 10th annual Texas Lobby Power Rankings. Also, in 2013, the Austin Business Journal named him “Who’s Who in Energy”. In addition to serving the legislative needs of his clients, Chris’ involvement with the community is robust. Chris is a former Urban Transportation Commissioner for the City of Austin. He is a Board Member for the Lone Star Success Academy, which improves the lives of troubled, at-risk, and vulnerable Texas youth by offering an alternative education. He serves as a Trustee for the American Council for Young Political Leaders, a Washington D.C.-based organization that implements unique international exchange activities for political leaders worldwide.