The Spill Control Association of America (SCAA), a proud co-host of the Gulf Response Alliance (GRA) 2026, will hold its 2026 Central Texas Regional Meeting on Monday, September 28, 2026, at the Palmer Events Center in Austin, Texas.
Held in conjunction with GRA 2026, this meeting brings together emergency response contractors, government representatives, and industry leaders to discuss critical regulatory updates, operational readiness, and regional spill control initiatives. While this session is not listed on the general GRA conference agenda, it is open for registration to GRA attendees and industry partners.
Meeting Schedule & Locations
- 1:30 p.m. – 3:30 p.m. CT | SCAA Regional Business Meeting
Palmer Events Center (Second Floor) — 900 Barton Springs Road, Austin, TX 78704 - 4:00 p.m. – 6:00 p.m. CT | SCAA Regional Cocktail Hour
The High Road on Dawson — 700 Dawson Road, Austin, TX 78704 (a 2-minute drive or 10-minute walk from the Palmer Events Center)
Featured Panelists & Presenters
Preliminary participants include representatives from key state, federal, and industry organizations:
- Danielle Hale, Director of Safety & Emergency Management – Port of Corpus Christi
- Jimmy Martinez, State Government Representative – Texas General Land Office
- Jan Raisinger, Federal Pipeline Safety Representative – Pipeline and Hazardous Materials Safety Administration (PHMSA)
- Clay Reid, Director of Hazardous Materials – BNSF Railway
- Commander Richard Russell, Federal Maritime Response Representative – U.S. Coast Guard – Port of Houston
- Stephen Smith, Manager, Emergency Response Programs / Products Pipelines – Kinder Morgan
Registration Details & RSVP
Attendance is free for all registrants, but requires an RSVP by Thursday, September 24, 2026. Space is limited and available on a first-come, first-served basis. SCAA member companies also receive 10% off GRA registration and exhibitor booth purchases with code SCAA-GRA26.
Interested in attending the meeting and networking reception? Registration is free and space is limited. Visit SCAA Regional Meetings to RSVP and learn more.
