Anadarko receives in-state tuition for employees relocating to Texas
9 Aug 2017
Author: Office of the Governor Economic Development & Tourism
August 4, 2017
Dr. Raymund A. Paredes
Commissioner of Higher Education
Texas Higher Education Coordinating Board
P.O. Box 12788
Austin, Texas 78711
Dear Dr. Paredes:
This letter is to inform you the Office of Economic Development and Tourism has certified Anadarko Petroleum Corporation ("Anadarko") for use of Section 54.222 of the Texas Education Code regarding in-state tuition for employees or family members relocating to Texas.
Anadarko's Midland regional headquarters will create 250 new jobs at an estimated average annual wage of $100,000. The project will have an estimated capital investment of $l billion.
In recognition of the company's positive impact to the Texas economy, the Office of Economic Development and Tourism is pleased to extend the economic development tuition waiver to the employees of Anadarko, along with their direct family members, for its expansion in Midland. This eligibility is to remain éffective through August, 2022.
If you have any questions, please contact Baber Haider at 512-936-0291
Sincerely,
Bryan
Economic Development and Tourism
Office of the Governor
cc: Dalon Schuckman, Anadarko Petroleum Corporation
Pam Welch, Midland Development Corporation
BD: bh
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