### Tidelands' ControversyThe offshore waters in the Gulf of Mexico proved to be rich in oil and gas deposits. However, Texas and the U.S. government disagreed over how far offshore Texas' drilling rights extended.#### Claims and Miles Offshore| **CLAIM** | **MILES OFFSHORE** ||----------------------|--------------------|| U.S. Government | 3 || Texas Government | 10.5 |#### Question**Why would the Texas government seek ownership of the Tidelands?****Options:**A. More oil would contribute to the economy of Texas B. To stop segregation of public schools C. Protection of endangered wildlife is a priority for Texans D. Gain additional revenue for the U.S. governmentThis educational content is intended to highlight the dispute between Texas and the U.S. government regarding offshore drilling rights, specifically in terms of how far offshore these rights extend. The table provided illustrates the differing claims by the U.S. and Texas governments, with the U.S. claiming rights up to 3 miles offshore and Texas claiming rights up to 10.5 miles offshore. The multiple-choice question encourages learners to think about the economic and political reasons behind Texas' claim to the Tidelands.

The ownership of tidelands was a disputed topic. Since the American law never explicitly stated the…

Tidelands' Controversy The offshore waters in the Gulf of Mexico proved to be rich in oil and as deposits. However, Texas and the U.S. government disagreed ver how far offshore Texas' drilling rights extended. CLAIM MILES OFFSHORE J.S. Government 3 Texas Government 10.5 hy would the Texas government seek ownership of the Tidelands?

Tidelands' Controversy The offshore waters in the Gulf of Mexico proved to be rich in oil and as deposits. However, Texas and the U.S. government disagreed ver how far offshore Texas' drilling rights extended. CLAIM MILES OFFSHORE J.S. Government 3 Texas Government 10.5 hy would the Texas government seek ownership of the Tidelands?