A Texas energy regulator struck a note similar to the struggling industry, saying the state’s oil sector is positioned for a rebound once markets improve. Texas Railroad Commissioner Christi Craddick, who helps lead the state energy sector, said Texas is well-equipped with a skilled workforce and strong infrastructure to support the industry even as crude oil prices continue to hold near 10-year lows. “These factors have allowed companies to better weather the downturn,” she said in a statement. A decline in crude oil prices means less capital is available for exploration and production. While some inland shale basins in Texas are more resilient than others in the weakened market, the state regulator last month issued […]