HB 10 87-0 (2021)
Relating to the governance of the Public Utility Commission of Texas, the Office of Public Utility Counsel, and an independent organization certified to manage a power region.
House: State Affairs Senate: Jurisprudence
Placed on intent calendar
HB 17 87-0 (2021)
Relating to a restriction on the regulation of utility services and infrastructure based on the energy source to be used or delivered.
House: State Affairs Senate: Business & Commerce
Effective immediately
HB 258 87-0 (2021)
Author: Bernal, Diego
Relating to certain contracting requirements for the provision of broadband Internet access service to governmental entities.
House: State Affairs
Referred to State Affairs
HB 425 87-0 (2021)
Author: King, Ken | et. al.
Relating to the use of the universal service fund for the provision of broadband service in underserved rural areas.
House: State Affairs
Considered in Calendars
HB 452 87-0 (2021)
Author: González, Mary
Relating to a study regarding the feasibility of creating a mechanism by which a governmental entity could acquire small parcels of real property in an area and convey them to a developer in order to ensure the property is developed in compliance with model subdivision rules.
House: Land & Resource Management
Referred to Land & Resource Management
HB 520 87-0 (2021)
Author: Beckley, Michelle
Relating to the regulation by the Texas Department of Transportation of right-of-way landscaping installed by utilities.
House: Transportation
Left pending in committee
HB 872 87-0 (2021)
Author: Bernal, Diego | et. al.Sponsor: Menéndez, José
Relating to the disclosure of certain utility customer information.
House: State Affairs Senate: Business & Commerce
Effective immediately
HB 1130 87-0 (2021)
Author: White, James
Relating to recovery in a civil action of damages attributable to excavation activities.
House: Judiciary & Civil Jurisprudence
Left pending in committee
HB 1282 87-0 (2021)
Author: Deshotel, Joe
Relating to a restriction on the regulation of utility services and infrastructure based on the energy source to be used or delivered.
House: State Affairs
Referred to State Affairs
HB 1972 87-0 (2021)
Author: Gervin-Hawkins, Barbara
Relating to statewide requirements for renewable electric generating capacity.
House: State Affairs
Referred to State Affairs
HB 2000 87-0 (2021)
Author: Huberty, Dan | et. al.
Relating to the funding of projects by the Texas Water Development Board to promote utility reliability, resiliency, efficiency, conservation, and demand reduction; authorizing the issuance of revenue bonds.
House: State Affairs
Received from the House
HB 2015 87-0 (2021)
Author: Reynolds, Ron
Relating to a study regarding the feasibility of implementing certain renewable energy standards.
House: State Affairs
Referred to State Affairs
HB 2165 87-0 (2021)
Author: King, Phil
Relating to the membership of the Public Utility Commission of Texas.
House: State Affairs
Referred to State Affairs
HB 2470 87-0 (2021)
Author: Rodriguez, Eddie
Relating to the authority of the Public Utility Commission of Texas to ensure the independent organization certified for the ERCOT power region has adequate reserve power to prevent blackout conditions.
House: State Affairs
Referred to State Affairs
HB 2472 87-0 (2021)
Author: Thierry, Shawn
Relating to the authority of the Public Utility Commission of Texas to ensure the independent organization certified for the ERCOT power region has adequate reserve power to prevent blackout conditions.
House: State Affairs
Referred to State Affairs
HB 2480 87-0 (2021)
Author: Reynolds, Ron
Relating to the authority of the Public Utility Commission of Texas to ensure the independent organization certified for the ERCOT power region has adequate reserve power to prevent blackout conditions.
House: State Affairs
Referred to State Affairs
HB 2481 87-0 (2021)
Author: Reynolds, Ron
Relating to the winter weather emergency preparedness of gas pipeline facilities and facilities for providing electric service.
House: State Affairs
Referred to State Affairs
HB 2483 87-0 (2021)
Author: King, Phil | et. al.Sponsor: Hancock, Kelly
Relating to utility facilities for restoring electric service after a widespread power outage.
House: State Affairs Senate: Business & Commerce
Effective on 9/1/21
HB 2506 87-0 (2021)
Author: Johnson, Jarvis
Relating to the authority of the Public Utility Commission of Texas to ensure the independent organization certified for the ERCOT power region has adequate reserve power to prevent blackout conditions.
House: State Affairs
Referred to State Affairs
HB 2562 87-0 (2021)
Author: Pacheco, Leo
Relating to certifying the Railroad Commission of Texas as the independent organization for the ERCOT power region.
House: State Affairs
Referred to State Affairs
HB 2563 87-0 (2021)
Author: Crockett, Jasmine
Relating to the interconnection of a solar energy device to an electricity distribution system.
House: State Affairs
Referred to State Affairs
HB 2586 87-0 (2021)
Author: Thierry, Shawn | et. al.Sponsor: Hall, Bob | et. al.
Relating to an annual audit of the independent organization certified for the ERCOT power region.
House: State Affairs Senate: Jurisprudence
Effective on 9/1/21
HB 2604 87-0 (2021)
Author: Allison, Steve
Relating to the exclusion of school facilities from load shedding participation during a rolling blackout.
House: State Affairs
Referred to State Affairs
HB 2639 87-0 (2021)
Author: Morales, Christina | et. al.
Relating to a study by the Public Utility Commission of Texas on the interconnection of electric transmission service facilities with the United Mexican States.
House: State Affairs
Placed on General State Calendar
HB 2653 87-0 (2021)
Author: Larson, Lyle
Relating to the review date under the Texas Sunset Act for the Public Utility Commission of Texas and the independent organization certified for the ERCOT power region.
House: State Affairs
Referred to State Affairs
HB 2657 87-0 (2021)
Author: Larson, Lyle
Relating to the authority of the Public Utility Commission of Texas to ensure the independent organization certified for the ERCOT power region has adequate reserve power to prevent blackout conditions.
House: State Affairs
Referred to State Affairs
HB 2687 87-0 (2021)
Author: Reynolds, Ron
Relating to the prevention of power blackouts.
House: State Affairs
Referred to State Affairs
HB 2736 87-0 (2021)
Author: Hinojosa, Gina
Relating to a report by the Public Utility Commission of Texas on the ability of electric generators to respond to abnormal weather conditions.
House: State Affairs
Referred to State Affairs
HB 2759 87-0 (2021)
Author: Vasut, Cody
Relating to the governing body of the independent organization certified to manage the ERCOT power region.
House: State Affairs
Referred to State Affairs
HB 2775 87-0 (2021)
Author: Cain, Briscoe
Relating to electricity service provided by certain municipally owned utilities.
House: State Affairs
Placed on General State Calendar
HB 2786 87-0 (2021)
Author: Vasut, Cody | et. al.
Relating to load shedding participation for certain customers during a rolling blackout.
House: State Affairs
Referred to State Affairs
HB 2796 87-0 (2021)
Author: Patterson, Jared | et. al.
Relating to the regulation of bulk-power system equipment by the Public Utility Commission of Texas.
House: State Affairs
Left pending in committee
HB 2805 87-0 (2021)
Author: Goodwin, Vikki
Relating to the board of directors of a public utility agency.
House: State Affairs
Referred to State Affairs
HB 2877 87-0 (2021)
Author: Beckley, Michelle
Relating to notice to elected officials of a widespread power, water, or natural gas outage or emergency.
House: State Affairs
Referred to State Affairs
HB 2899 87-0 (2021)
Author: Lopez, Ray
Relating to the creation of a task force to improve the reliability of electric service in this state.
House: State Affairs
Referred to State Affairs
HB 2906 87-0 (2021)
Author: Bernal, Diego | et. al.
Relating to the disposition of rental payments received by public housing authorities from tenants.
House: Urban Affairs
Committee report sent to Calendars
HB 2979 87-0 (2021)
Author: Paul, Dennis
Relating to backup power supply requirements for certain critical facilities.
House: State Affairs
Referred to State Affairs
HB 3020 87-0 (2021)
Author: Rodriguez, Eddie
Relating to increasing the administrative penalty for a violation of certain reliability standards concerning electric utilities.
House: State Affairs
Referred to State Affairs
HB 3025 87-0 (2021)
Author: Darby, Drew
Relating to the membership and meetings of the Public Utility Commission of Texas.
House: State Affairs
Referred to State Affairs
HB 3030 87-0 (2021)
Author: Goodwin, Vikki
Relating to notice to customers, governmental entities, and other affected persons after significant interruptions of certain services.
House: Homeland Security & Public Safety
Referred to Homeland Security & Public Safety
HB 3059 87-0 (2021)
Author: Guerra, R. D. "Bobby" | et. al.
Relating to the exclusion of certain facilities from load shedding participation during a rolling blackout.
House: State Affairs
Referred to State Affairs
HB 3061 87-0 (2021)
Author: Davis, Yvonne
Relating to the generation of electricity in this state.
House: State Affairs
Referred to State Affairs
HB 3076 87-0 (2021)
Author: Johnson, Jarvis
Relating to establishing the system benefit account and programs for providing assistance to certain low-income, ill, and disabled electric customers.
House: State Affairs
Referred to State Affairs
HB 3090 87-0 (2021)
Author: Vasut, Cody
Relating to the required procurement of an alternative power supply for certain power generation facilities.
House: State Affairs
Referred to State Affairs
HB 3093 87-0 (2021)
Author: Smithee, John
Relating to the name and governance of the Public Utility Commission of Texas.
House: State Affairs
Referred to State Affairs
HB 3167 87-0 (2021)
Author: Crockett, Jasmine
Relating to protection for residential electric customers from disconnection of retail electric service in certain weather conditions.
House: State Affairs
Referred to State Affairs
HB 3178 87-0 (2021)
Author: Rosenthal, Jon
Relating to the authority of the Public Utility Commission of Texas to ensure the independent organization certified for the ERCOT power region has adequate reserve power to prevent blackout conditions.
House: State Affairs
Referred to State Affairs
HB 3184 87-0 (2021)
Author: Rosenthal, Jon
Relating to the use of adaptive model data analytics software by the independent organization certified to manage the ERCOT power region.
House: State Affairs
Referred to State Affairs
HB 3213 87-0 (2021)
Author: Sherman, Sr., Carl
Relating to the winter weather emergency preparedness of facilities for providing electric service.
House: State Affairs
Referred to State Affairs
HB 3371 87-0 (2021)
Author: Ramos, Ana-Maria
Relating to emergency operations and weatherization plans prepared by the Electric Reliability Council of Texas.
House: State Affairs
Referred to State Affairs
HB 3382 87-0 (2021)
Author: Rogers, Glenn
Relating to the notification of a landowner by a notification center of a planned excavation.
House: Energy Resources
Referred to Energy Resources
HB 3384 87-0 (2021)
Author: Rogers, Glenn
Relating to a standard application for new customers of retail electric providers.
House: State Affairs
Referred to State Affairs
HB 3470 87-0 (2021)
Author: Thierry, Shawn
Relating to electricity service in this state; imposing administrative penalties.
House: State Affairs
Referred to State Affairs
HB 3487 87-0 (2021)
Author: Thierry, Shawn
Relating to the composition of the Public Utility Commission of Texas.
House: State Affairs
Referred to State Affairs
HB 3560 87-0 (2021)
Author: Zwiener, Erin
Relating to the interruption of utility service by a residential landlord.
House: Business & Industry
Left pending in committee
HB 3592 87-0 (2021)
Author: Toth, Steve
Relating to the Public Utility Commission of Texas and the governing body of the independent organization certified to manage the ERCOT power region.
House: State Affairs
Referred to State Affairs
HB 3615 87-0 (2021)
Author: King, Phil | et. al.Sponsor: Buckingham, Dawn
Relating to certain rates charged by and programs offered by municipally owned utilities.
House: State Affairs Senate: Business & Commerce
Effective on 9/1/21
HB 3624 87-0 (2021)
Author: Deshotel, Joe
Relating to certain distributed electricity resources.
House: State Affairs
Placed on General State Calendar
HB 3689 87-0 (2021)
Author: Cortez, PhilipSponsor: Gutierrez, Roland
Relating to the appeal of rates charged for water or sewer service by certain retail public utilities.
House: Natural Resources Senate: Water, Agriculture & Rural Affairs
Effective on 9/1/21
HB 3749 87-0 (2021)
Author: Lucio III, Eddie
Relating to the provision of electric service during extreme weather conditions.
House: State Affairs
Left pending in committee
HB 3791 87-0 (2021)
Author: Parker, Tan | et. al.
Relating to the powers and duties of the Texas Electric Grid Security and Emergency Preparedness Advisory Council.
House: State Affairs
Referred to State Affairs
HB 3853 87-0 (2021)
Author: Anderson, Charles "Doc" | et. al.Sponsor: Perry, Charles | et. al.
Relating to middle mile broadband service provided by an electric utility.
House: State Affairs Senate: Transportation
Effective immediately
HB 3878 87-0 (2021)
Author: Hinojosa, Gina
Relating to economic development and workforce retraining opportunities in the transition to the use of clean energy sources.
House: International Relations & Economic Development
Referred to International Relations & Economic Development
HB 3912 87-0 (2021)
Author: Hinojosa, Gina
Relating to the weather emergency preparedness of gas facilities and facilities for providing electric service.
House: State Affairs
Referred to State Affairs
HB 3965 87-0 (2021)
Author: Oliverson, Tom | et. al.
Relating to requiring an emergency operation plan for continued treatment of patients in an end stage renal disease facility in the event of a disaster and the prioritization of power restoration for those facilities during certain disasters.
House: Public Health
Left pending in committee
HB 4011 87-0 (2021)
Author: Rodriguez, Eddie
Relating to the hardening of certain utility facilities to maintain essential services during a disaster.
House: State Affairs
Referred to State Affairs
HB 4059 87-0 (2021)
Author: Meza, Thresa "Terry"
Relating to a tenant's right to terminate a residential lease following certain outages of essential utilities.
House: Business & Industry
Left pending in committee
HB 4167 87-0 (2021)
Author: Fierro, Art
Relating to the authority of the Public Utility Commission of Texas to ensure the independent organization certified for the ERCOT power region has adequate reserve power to prevent blackout conditions.
House: State Affairs
Referred to State Affairs
HB 4193 87-0 (2021)
Author: Raymond, Richard Peña | et. al.
Relating to the establishment of an office of the inspector general at the Public Utility Commission of Texas.
House: State Affairs
Referred to State Affairs
HB 4196 87-0 (2021)
Author: Raymond, Richard Peña
Relating to the development by the Public Utility Commission of Texas of physical security and cybersecurity practices for certain utilities.
House: State Affairs
Referred to State Affairs
HB 4223 87-0 (2021)
Author: Raymond, Richard Peña | et. al.
Relating to the adoption of a comprehensive plan to protect oil and gas infrastructure in this state.
House: Energy Resources
Referred to Energy Resources
HB 4228 87-0 (2021)
Author: Raymond, Richard Peña
Relating to a study by the Public Utility Commission of Texas and the Texas Commission on Environmental Quality regarding a plan to protect water treatment facilities from catastrophe.
House: Natural Resources
Referred to Natural Resources
HB 4231 87-0 (2021)
Author: Raymond, Richard Peña | et. al.
Relating to an annual regional electric network overview produced by the Public Utility Commission of Texas.
House: State Affairs
Referred to State Affairs
HB 4236 87-0 (2021)
Author: Raymond, Richard Peña
Relating to the target planning reserve margin for ERCOT.
House: State Affairs
Referred to State Affairs
HB 4239 87-0 (2021)
Author: Raymond, Richard Peña
Relating to the organization and duties of the Public Utility Commission of Texas.
House: State Affairs
Referred to State Affairs
HB 4288 87-0 (2021)
Author: Dominguez, Alex
Relating to a required period for a municipality or water district to begin construction on certain projects.
House: Natural Resources
Referred to Natural Resources
HB 4423 87-0 (2021)
Author: Cyrier, John
Relating to the projects that may be undertaken by a public improvement district.
House: Urban Affairs
Referred to Urban Affairs
HB 4448 87-0 (2021)
Author: Israel, Celia
Relating to the projects that may be undertaken by a public improvement district.
House: Urban Affairs
Committee report sent to Calendars
HB 4512 87-0 (2021)
Author: Raymond, Richard Peña
Relating to the authority of the Public Utility Commission of Texas to set wholesale electricity prices in the ERCOT power region during a state of disaster.
House: State Affairs
Referred to State Affairs
HB 4557 87-0 (2021)
Author: Anchía, Rafael
Relating to customer disclaimers by billing utilities and the creation of a statewide alert system.
House: State Affairs
Referred to State Affairs
HB 4560 87-0 (2021)
Author: Anchía, Rafael
Relating to the Public Utility Commission of Texas, the Office of the Public Utility Counsel, and the independent organization certified for the ERCOT power region.
House: State Affairs
Referred to State Affairs
HB 4567 87-0 (2021)
Author: Anchía, Rafael
Relating to money used in and the continuation of the system benefit fund
House: State Affairs
Referred to State Affairs
HJR 2 87-0 (2021)
Author: Huberty, Dan | et. al.
Proposing a constitutional amendment creating the State Utilities Reliability Fund and the State Utilities Reliability Revenue Fund to provide financial support for projects that enhance the reliability and resiliency of water, electric, and natural gas utilities, broadband providers, and power generation resources in this state.
House: State Affairs
Received from the House
HR 1868 87-0 (2021)
Author: Ashby, Trent
Suspending limitations on conference committee jurisdiction, H.B. No. 5.
Reported enrolled
HR 2084 87-0 (2021)
Author: King, Phil
Suspending limitations on conference committee jurisdiction, S.B. No. 1281.
Reported enrolled
HR 2093 87-0 (2021)
Author: Paddie, Chris
Suspending limitations on conference committee jurisdiction, S.B. No. 2.
Reported enrolled
SB 2 87-0 (2021)
Author: Hancock, Kelly | et. al.Sponsor: Paddie, Chris
Relating to the governance of the Public Utility Commission of Texas, the Office of Public Utility Counsel, and an independent organization certified to manage a power region.
House: State Affairs Senate: Business & Commerce
Effective immediately
SB 170 87-0 (2021)
Author: Blanco, César
Relating to a study regarding the feasibility of implementing certain renewable energy standards.
Senate: Business & Commerce
Referred to Business & Commerce
SB 566 87-0 (2021)
Author: Buckingham, DawnSponsor: Cain, Briscoe
Relating to electricity service provided by certain municipally owned utilities.
House: State Affairs Senate: Business & Commerce
Postponed
SB 668 87-0 (2021)
Author: Menéndez, José
Relating to the confidentiality of certain government operated utility customer information.
Senate: Business & Commerce
Left pending in committee
SB 817 87-0 (2021)
Author: Gutierrez, Roland | et. al.
Relating to the winterization and emergency preparedness for electric utilities, power generation companies, municipally owned utilities, and electric cooperatives.
Senate: Business & Commerce
Co-author authorized
SB 829 87-0 (2021)
Author: Hall, Bob
Relating to decommissioning requirements for certain solar facilities.
Senate: Business & Commerce
Referred to Business & Commerce
SB 955 87-0 (2021)
Author: Hinojosa, Juan
Relating to economic development and workforce retraining opportunities in the transition to the use of clean energy sources.
Senate: Natural Resources & Economic Development
Referred to Natural Resources & Economic Development
SB 1022 87-0 (2021)
Author: Gutierrez, Roland
Relating to the appeal of rates charged for water or sewer service by certain retail public utilities.
Senate: Water, Agriculture & Rural Affairs
Not again placed on intent calendar
SB 1252 87-0 (2021)
Author: Hall, Bob
Relating to an annual audit of the independent organization certified for the ERCOT power region.
Senate: Jurisprudence
Left pending in committee
SB 1262 87-0 (2021)
Author: Birdwell, Brian
Relating to a restriction on the regulation of utility services and infrastructure based on the energy source to be used or delivered.
Senate: Business & Commerce
Left pending in committee
SB 1331 87-0 (2021)
Author: Hinojosa, Juan
Relating to electric energy storage in the ERCOT power region.
Senate: Business & Commerce
Referred to Business & Commerce
SB 1352 87-0 (2021)
Author: Miles, Borris
Relating to the authority of the Public Utility Commission of Texas to ensure the independent organization certified for the ERCOT power region has adequate reserve power to prevent blackout conditions.
Senate: Jurisprudence
Referred to Jurisprudence
SB 1470 87-0 (2021)
Author: Buckingham, Dawn
Relating to chilled water service and district cooling systems.
Senate: Business & Commerce
Left pending in committee
SB 1479 87-0 (2021)
Author: Johnson, Nathan | et. al.
Relating to the participation of distributed energy resources in the ERCOT market.
Senate: Business & Commerce
Co-author authorized
SB 1624 87-0 (2021)
Author: Miles, Borris
Relating to the governing body of the independent organization certified to manage the ERCOT power region.
Senate: Business & Commerce
Referred to Business & Commerce
SB 1650 87-0 (2021)
Author: Perry, Charles | et. al.Sponsor: Anderson, Charles "Doc"
Relating to middle mile broadband service provided by an electric utility.
House: State Affairs Senate: Transportation
Committee report sent to Calendars
SB 1682 87-0 (2021)
Author: Hancock, Kelly
Relating to the funding of utility reliability projects by the Texas Water Development Board and other entities; authorizing the issuance of revenue bonds, granting rulemaking authority, and making an appropriation.
Senate: Water, Agriculture & Rural Affairs
Referred to Water, Agriculture, & Rural Affairs
SB 1749 87-0 (2021)
Author: Hancock, Kelly
Relating to the eligibility and designation of certain gas entities and gas facilities as critical during an energy emergency.
Senate: Business & Commerce
Left pending in committee
SB 1876 87-0 (2021)
Author: Miles, Borris | et. al.Sponsor: Oliverson, Tom | et. al.
Relating to emergency planning for the continued treatment and safety of end stage renal disease facility patients.
House: Public Health Senate: Health & Human Services
Effective on 9/1/21
SB 1988 87-0 (2021)
Author: Miles, Borris
Relating to liability of certain electric utilities that allow certain uses of land that the electric utility owns, occupies, or leases.
Senate: Business & Commerce
Left pending in committee
SB 2019 87-0 (2021)
Author: Johnson, Nathan
Relating to the authority of the Public Utility Commission of Texas, with the assistance of the Railroad Commission of Texas, to take action to ensure that natural gas is available to supply power generation facilities.
Senate: Business & Commerce
Referred to Business & Commerce
SB 2076 87-0 (2021)
Author: Menéndez, José
Relating to the prevention of and response to blackout conditions in the ERCOT power region.
Senate: Business & Commerce
Referred to Business & Commerce
SB 2079 87-0 (2021)
Author: Menéndez, José
Relating to the composition of the Public Utility Commission of Texas.
Senate: Business & Commerce
Referred to Business & Commerce
SB 2154 87-0 (2021)
Author: Schwertner, Charles | et. al.Sponsor: Paddie, Chris
Relating to the membership of the Public Utility Commission of Texas.
House: State Affairs Senate: Jurisprudence
Effective immediately
SB 2199 87-0 (2021)
Author: Buckingham, Dawn
Relating to electricity service provided by certain municipally owned utilities.
Senate: Administration
Referred to Administration
SB 2227 87-0 (2021)
Author: Hughes, Bryan
Relating to securitizing costs associated with electric markets; granting authority to issue bonds.
Senate: Business & Commerce
Left pending in committee
SB 2231 87-0 (2021)
Author: Hall, Bob
Relating to the resilience of the electric grid and certain municipalities.
Senate: State Affairs
Referred to State Affairs
SJR 62 87-0 (2021)
Author: Hancock, Kelly
Proposing a constitutional amendment providing for the creation of the State Utilities Reliability Fund and the State Utilities Reliability Revenue Fund to provide financial support for projects that enhance the reliability of water, electricity, natural gas and broadband utilities in this state.
Senate: Business & Commerce
Referred to Business & Commerce
SR 516 87-0 (2021)
Author: Nichols, Robert
Suspending limitations on conference committee jurisdiction on HB 5.
Reported enrolled
SR 564 87-0 (2021)
Author: Hancock, Kelly
Suspending limitations on conference committee jurisdiction, S.B. No. 2.
Reported enrolled
HB 63 87-1 (2021)
Author: Beckley, Michelle
Relating to reports regarding inadequate power supply in the ERCOT power region.
Filed
HB 112 87-1 (2021)
Author: Reynolds, Ron
Relating to the authority of the Public Utility Commission of Texas to ensure the independent organization certified for the ERCOT power region has adequate reserve power to prevent blackout conditions.
Filed
HB 131 87-1 (2021)
Author: Raymond, Richard Peña
Relating to the authority of the Public Utility Commission of Texas to set wholesale electricity prices in the ERCOT power region during a state of disaster.
Filed
HB 132 87-1 (2021)
Author: Raymond, Richard Peña
Relating to the target planning reserve margin for ERCOT.
Filed
HB 231 87-1 (2021)
Author: Johnson, Julie
Relating to the applicability of the public information law to independent organizations certified to manage a power region.
Filed
HB 247 87-1 (2021)
Author: Reynolds, Ron
Relating to demand response programs.
Filed
HB 278 87-1 (2021)
Author: Rosenthal, Jon
Relating to the use of adaptive model data analytics software by the independent organization certified to manage the ERCOT power region.
Filed
HB 279 87-1 (2021)
Author: Rosenthal, Jon
Relating to electricity supply chain risk mitigation planning.
Filed
HB 66 87-2 (2021)
Author: Reynolds, Ron
Relating to demand response programs.
Filed
HB 67 87-2 (2021)
Author: Reynolds, Ron
Relating to the authority of the Public Utility Commission of Texas to ensure the independent organization certified for the ERCOT power region has adequate reserve power to prevent blackout conditions.
Filed
HB 181 87-2 (2021)
Author: Huberty, Dan
Relating to the funding of projects by the Texas Water Development Board to promote utility reliability, resiliency, efficiency, conservation, and demand reduction; authorizing the issuance of revenue bonds.
Filed
HB 228 87-2 (2021)
Author: Rosenthal, Jon
Relating to electricity supply chain risk mitigation planning.
Filed
HB 229 87-2 (2021)
Author: Rosenthal, Jon
Relating to the use of adaptive model data analytics software by the independent organization certified to manage the ERCOT power region.
Filed
HJR 25 87-2 (2021)
Author: Huberty, Dan
Proposing a constitutional amendment creating the State Utilities Reliability Fund and the State Utilities Reliability Revenue Fund to provide financial support for projects that enhance the reliability and resiliency of water, electric, and natural gas utilities, broadband providers, and power generation resources in this state.
Filed
HB 58 87-3 (2021)
Author: Reynolds, Ron
Relating to demand response programs.
Filed
HB 63 87-3 (2021)
Author: Reynolds, Ron
Relating to the authority of the Public Utility Commission of Texas to ensure the independent organization certified for the ERCOT power region has adequate reserve power to prevent blackout conditions.
Filed
HB 97 87-3 (2021)
Author: Huberty, Dan
Relating to the funding of projects by the Texas Water Development Board to promote utility reliability, resiliency, efficiency, conservation, and demand reduction; authorizing the issuance of revenue bonds.
Filed
HJR 11 87-3 (2021)
Author: Huberty, Dan
Proposing a constitutional amendment creating the State Utilities Reliability Fund and the State Utilities Reliability Revenue Fund to provide financial support for projects that enhance the reliability and resiliency of water, electric, and natural gas utilities, broadband providers, and power generation resources in this state.
Filed
HB 296 86-0 (2019)
Author: Perez, Mary Ann | et. al.
Relating to notice of bill payment assistance programs for certain electric customers.
House: State Affairs
Referred to State Affairs
HB 382 86-0 (2019)
Author: Ortega, Evelina "Lina" | et. al.
Relating to the authority to establish a customer assistance program for certain municipally owned utilities.
House: State Affairs Senate: Business & Commerce
Referred to Business & Commerce
HB 669 86-0 (2019)
Author: King, Ken | et. al.
Relating to the use of the universal service fund for the provision of broadband service in underserved rural areas.
House: State Affairs Senate: Business & Commerce
Referred to Business & Commerce
HB 1503 86-0 (2019)
Author: Patterson, Jared
Relating to regulation of mergers and consolidations of power generation companies.
House: State Affairs
Referred to State Affairs
HB 1826 86-0 (2019)
Author: King, Tracy
Relating to the procedure for amending or revoking certificates of public convenience and necessity issued to certain water utilities.
House: Natural Resources
Referred to Natural Resources
HB 2122 86-0 (2019)
Author: Harris, Cody
Relating to regulation of the production of retail public utility wells by a groundwater conservation district.
House: Natural Resources
Left pending in committee
HB 2148 86-0 (2019)
Author: Blanco, César
Relating to a study regarding the feasibility of implementing certain renewable energy standards.
House: State Affairs
Referred to State Affairs
HB 2224 86-0 (2019)
Author: Walle, Armando
Relating to public awareness of utility payment assistance programs and consumer rights during a disaster.
House: State Affairs
Referred to State Affairs
HB 2226 86-0 (2019)
Author: Patterson, Jared
Relating to procedures for imposing certain administrative penalties or disgorgement orders by the Public Utility Commission of Texas.
House: State Affairs
Referred to State Affairs
HB 2249 86-0 (2019)
Author: Lucio III, Eddie
Relating to regulation of production of wells for retail public utilities by a groundwater conservation district.
House: Natural Resources
Left pending in committee
HB 2312 86-0 (2019)
Author: Beckley, Michelle
Relating to the regulation by the Texas Department of Transportation of right-of-way landscaping installed by utilities.
House: Transportation
Referred to Transportation
HB 2320 86-0 (2019)
Author: Paul, Dennis | et. al.Sponsor: Taylor, Larry | et. al.
Relating to services provided during and following a disaster.
House: Homeland Security & Public Safety Senate: Business & Commerce
Effective on 9/1/19
HB 2553 86-0 (2019)
Author: King, Phil | et. al.
Relating to regulation of mergers and consolidations of power generation companies.
House: State Affairs
Considered in Calendars
HB 2583 86-0 (2019)
Author: Leach, Jeff
Relating to the calculation of costs in interagency contracts between certain state agencies and the State Office of Administrative Hearings.
House: Judiciary & Civil Jurisprudence
Laid on the table subject to call
HB 2681 86-0 (2019)
Author: Minjarez, Ina
Relating to the offense of passing certain vehicles on a highway.
House: Transportation
Referred to Transportation
HB 2829 86-0 (2019)
Author: King, Phil
Relating to electricity service provided by certain municipally owned utilities.
House: State Affairs
Referred to State Affairs
HB 2882 86-0 (2019)
Author: White, James
Relating to recovery in a civil action of damages attributable to excavation activities.
House: Judiciary & Civil Jurisprudence
Committee report sent to Calendars
HB 3089 86-0 (2019)
Author: Martinez, Armando
Relating to payment of costs related to the relocation of certain political subdivision utility facilities for state highway projects.
House: Transportation
Left pending in committee
HB 3327 86-0 (2019)
Author: Zwiener, Erin | et. al.
Relating to the acquisition of real property for a proposed oil and gas pipeline through eminent domain by a common carrier.
House: Land & Resource Management
Left pending in committee
HB 3673 86-0 (2019)
Author: Capriglione, Giovanni
Relating to the application of the Underground Facility Damage Prevention and Safety Act to Class B underground facilities.
House: Energy Resources
Left pending in committee
HB 3921 86-0 (2019)
Author: Bernal, Diego
Relating to certain contracting requirements for the provision of broadband Internet access service to governmental entities.
House: State Affairs
Referred to State Affairs
HB 4108 86-0 (2019)
Author: Sheffield, J. D.
Relating to the required payment of taxes by an owner of a property used for nuclear electric power generation who appeals certain ad valorem tax determinations.
House: Ways & Means
Left pending in committee
HB 4150 86-0 (2019)
Author: Paddie, Chris | et. al.Sponsor: Hughes, Bryan | et. al.
Relating to safety and inspection requirements for certain utilities that provide electricity.
House: State Affairs Senate: Business & Commerce
Effective on 9/1/19
HB 4241 86-0 (2019)
Author: Wray, John
Relating to providing services for or acquiring certain water utilities and establishing related rates.
House: State Affairs
Referred to State Affairs
HB 4477 86-0 (2019)
Author: Springer, Drew
Relating to reporting on the provision of water and sewer services by certain utilities.
House: Natural Resources
Committee report sent to Calendars
SB 257 86-0 (2019)
Author: Rodríguez, José
Relating to the authority to establish a customer assistance program for certain municipally owned utilities.
Senate: Business & Commerce
Referred to Business & Commerce
SB 1100 86-0 (2019)
Author: Buckingham, Dawn
Relating to electricity service provided by certain municipally owned utilities.
Senate: Business & Commerce
Left pending in committee
SB 1211 86-0 (2019)
Author: Hancock, KellySponsor: King, Phil | et. al.
Relating to regulation of mergers and consolidations of power generation companies.
House: State Affairs Senate: Business & Commerce
Effective on 9/1/19
SB 1310 86-0 (2019)
Author: Hinojosa, Juan
Relating to the procedure for amending or revoking certificates of public convenience and necessity issued to certain water utilities.
Senate: Water & Rural Affairs
Referred to Water & Rural Affairs
SB 1512 86-0 (2019)
Author: Flores, PeterSponsor: Martinez, Armando
Relating to payment of costs related to the relocation of certain political subdivision utility facilities for state highway projects.
House: Transportation Senate: Transportation
Effective immediately
SB 1610 86-0 (2019)
Author: Hall, Bob
Relating to decommissioning requirements for certain solar facilities.
Senate: Business & Commerce
Referred to Business & Commerce
SB 1794 86-0 (2019)
Author: Zaffirini, JudithSponsor: Leach, Jeff
Relating to the calculation of costs in interagency contracts between certain state agencies and the State Office of Administrative Hearings.
House: Judiciary & Civil Jurisprudence Senate: Business & Commerce
Effective on 9/1/19
SB 1941 86-0 (2019)
Author: Hancock, KellySponsor: Holland, Justin
Relating to use of electric energy storage facilities in the ERCOT power region.
House: State Affairs Senate: Business & Commerce
Placed on General State Calendar
SB 2026 86-0 (2019)
Author: Perry, Charles
Relating to regulation of the production of retail public utility wells by a groundwater conservation district.
House: Natural Resources Senate: Water & Rural Affairs
Referred to Natural Resources
SB 2195 86-0 (2019)
Author: Lucio, Jr., EddieSponsor: Martinez, Armando
Relating to metering and billing requirements for certain apartment houses, manufactured homes, and recreational vehicles.
House: State Affairs Senate: Business & Commerce
Committee report sent to Calendars
SB 2272 86-0 (2019)
Author: Nichols, Robert | et. al.Sponsor: Metcalf, Will
Relating to the procedure for amending or revoking certificates of public convenience and necessity issued to certain water utilities.
House: Natural Resources Senate: Water & Rural Affairs
Effective on 9/1/19
HB 407 85-0 (2017)
Author: Tinderholt, Tony | et. al.
Relating to protection of the electric power transmission and distribution system.
House: State Affairs
Referred to State Affairs
HB 963 85-0 (2017)
Author: Perez, Mary Ann | et. al.
Relating to notice of bill payment assistance programs for certain electric customers.
House: State Affairs
Left pending in committee
HB 1083 85-0 (2017)
Author: Perez, Mary Ann | et. al.Sponsor: Rodríguez, José
Relating to authorizing a regulatory authority to establish reduced water utility rates funded by donations for the benefit of certain elderly customers.
House: Natural Resources Senate: Agriculture, Water & Rural Affairs
Effective on 9/1/17
HB 1190 85-0 (2017)
Author: Bell, Cecil | et. al.
Relating to the sunset review of the Texas Underground Facility Notification Corporation.
House: Government Transparency & Operation
No action taken in committee
HB 1224 85-0 (2017)
Author: Bell, Cecil
Relating to compliance of excavators of underground utilities.
House: Judiciary & Civil Jurisprudence
Left pending in committee
HB 1475 85-0 (2017)
Author: Davis, Yvonne
Relating to electricity service provided by retail electric providers; creating a criminal offense.
House: State Affairs
Committee report sent to Calendars
HB 2114 85-0 (2017)
Author: Perez, Mary Ann
Relating to the authority of the Health and Human Services Commission and the Public Utility Commission of Texas to identify customers who may be eligible for bill payment assistance programs.
House: State Affairs
Left pending in committee
HB 2187 85-0 (2017)
Author: Lucio III, Eddie
Relating to the revocation or amendment of a certificate of public convenience and necessity for water utilities in a service area.
House: Natural Resources
Left pending in committee
HB 2281 85-0 (2017)
Author: Darby, Drew
Relating to the miscellaneous gross receipts tax on utility companies.
House: Ways & Means
Laid on the table subject to call
HB 2824 85-0 (2017)
Author: Thierry, Shawn
Relating to requiring the Public Utility Commission of Texas to monitor and report on the deployment of advanced metering systems in this state.
House: State Affairs
Referred to State Affairs
HB 3162 85-0 (2017)
Author: Bonnen, Greg
Relating to the duty of an excavator to notify a notification center or to make a 9-1-1 emergency call in response to underground facility damage or an emergency.
House: Energy Resources
Referred to Energy Resources
HB 3211 85-0 (2017)
Author: Paddie, Chris
Relating to requirements for the notice that excavators must provide to notification centers and underground facility operators for certain excavation operations.
House: Energy Resources
Referred to Energy Resources
HB 3284 85-0 (2017)
Author: Springer, Drew
Relating to the applicability of underground facility damage prevention and safety requirements to certain activities.
House: Energy Resources
Referred to Energy Resources
HB 3656 85-0 (2017)
Author: King, Ken
Relating to authority of an electric utility customer to choose not to have an advanced meter.
House: State Affairs
Referred to State Affairs
HB 4192 85-0 (2017)
Author: Pickett, Joseph
Relating to the relocation of a utility facility located in a highway right-of-way.
House: Transportation
Referred to Transportation
HB 4221 85-0 (2017)
Author: Elkins, Gary
Relating to requiring owners of sanitary sewer systems to report the current condition of a system's infrastructure to the Texas Commission on Environmental Quality.
House: Natural Resources
Left pending in committee
SB 79 85-0 (2017)
Author: Nelson, JaneSponsor: Capriglione, Giovanni
Relating to the production of public information available on a publicly accessible website.
House: Government Transparency & Operation Senate: Business & Commerce
Effective on 9/1/17
SB 83 85-0 (2017)
Author: Hall, Bob | et. al.
Relating to protection of energy critical infrastructure from electromagnetic, geomagnetic, physical, and cyber-attack threats.
House: State Affairs Senate: Business & Commerce
Referred to State Affairs
SB 538 85-0 (2017)
Author: Hinojosa, Juan
Relating to state and local planning for and responses to drought.
Senate: Agriculture, Water & Rural Affairs
Referred to Agriculture, Water, & Rural Affairs
SB 559 85-0 (2017)
Author: Hancock, KellySponsor: Darby, Drew
Relating to the miscellaneous gross receipts tax on utility companies.
House: Ways & Means Senate: Business & Commerce
Effective immediately
SB 1473 85-0 (2017)
Author: Rodríguez, José
Relating to the authority to establish a customer assistance program for certain municipally owned utilities.
Senate: Business & Commerce
Referred to Business & Commerce
SB 1985 85-0 (2017)
Author: Miles, Borris
Relating to the revocation or amendment of a certificate of public convenience and necessity for water utilities in a service area.
Senate: Agriculture, Water & Rural Affairs
Referred to Agriculture, Water, & Rural Affairs
SB 2098 85-0 (2017)
Author: Hall, Bob
Relating to requirements for underground facility damage prevention and safety.
Senate: Natural Resources & Economic Development
Left pending in committee
SB 24 85-1 (2017)
Author: Hall, Bob
Relating to protection of energy critical infrastructure.
Filed
HB 489 84-0 (2015)
Author: Anchía, Rafael
Relating to customer protections related to smart thermostat services marketing and contracts.
House: State Affairs
Left pending in committee
HB 497 84-0 (2015)
Author: Wu, GeneSponsor: Uresti, Carlos
Relating to the applicability of the law governing saltwater pipeline facilities located in the vicinity of public roads.
House: Energy Resources Senate: Natural Resources & Economic Development
Effective immediately
HB 631 84-0 (2015)
Author: Bonnen, Greg
Relating to the impersonation of a state agency website or an associated website; providing a criminal penalty.
House: Government Transparency & Operation
Left pending in committee
HB 669 84-0 (2015)
Author: Bell, Cecil
Relating to the authority of a public utility agency to provide water and sewer service and enter into contracts.
House: Natural Resources
Left pending in committee
HB 911 84-0 (2015)
Author: Sheets, Kenneth
Relating to the composition of the Public Utility Commission of Texas.
House: State Affairs
Left pending in committee
HB 960 84-0 (2015)
Author: Farias, Joe
Relating to the exemption of school district property from certain infrastructure fees charged for the control of excess water or storm water.
House: Natural Resources
Referred to Natural Resources
HB 961 84-0 (2015)
Author: Farias, Joe | et. al.
Relating to the exemption of certain school district property from certain infrastructure fees charged for the control of excess water or storm water.
House: Natural Resources
Placed on General State Calendar
HB 1092 84-0 (2015)
Author: Turner, Sylvester
Relating to an annual report of residential electric customer complaints.
House: State Affairs
Left pending in committee
HB 1475 84-0 (2015)
Author: Aycock, Jimmie Don | et. al.
Relating to telecommunications service discounts for educational institutions, libraries, hospitals, and telemedicine centers.
House: Public Education
Withdrawn from schedule
HB 1662 84-0 (2015)
Author: Sheets, KennethSponsor: Perry, Charles
Relating to the exemption of certain property from municipal drainage service charges.
House: Urban Affairs Senate: Intergovernmental Relations
Effective immediately
HB 1709 84-0 (2015)
Author: Harless, PatriciaSponsor: Zaffirini, Judith
Relating to the closing, abandoning, and vacating of a public road by a county; authorizing the imposition of a fee.
House: County Affairs Senate: Natural Resources & Economic Development
Effective immediately
HB 1768 84-0 (2015)
Author: Naishtat, Elliott
Relating to the use of the universal service fund to provide Internet service to certain persons with an impairment of hearing.
House: State Affairs
Referred to State Affairs
HB 2064 84-0 (2015)
Author: Keffer, Jim
Relating to the installation of certain telephone or telegraph corporation facilities on or across public roads, streets, or water.
House: State Affairs
Left pending in committee
HB 2077 84-0 (2015)
Author: Keffer, Jim
Relating to immunity of a governmental entity for damage to certain utility facilities.
House: Judiciary & Civil Jurisprudence
Referred to Judiciary & Civil Jurisprudence
HB 2535 84-0 (2015)
Author: Bell, Cecil
Relating to liability for damages incurred in connection with certain excavation activities and an award of attorney's fees in lawsuits to recover the cost of the damages.
House: Judiciary & Civil Jurisprudence
Committee report sent to Calendars
HB 2538 84-0 (2015)
Author: Oliveira, René | et. al.
Relating to the designation of certain customer bill payment assistance program costs as an expense of operation that is a first lien against revenue securing certain public securities or obligations in certain municipalities.
House: International Trade & Intergovernmental Affairs Senate: Natural Resources & Economic Development
Referred to Natural Resources & Economic Development
HB 2558 84-0 (2015)
Author: Isaac, JasonSponsor: Campbell, Donna
Relating to the length of a billing month for a propane gas customer.
House: Energy Resources Senate: Natural Resources & Economic Development
Effective on 9/1/15
HB 2758 84-0 (2015)
Author: Martinez, Armando
Relating to the duties of excavators to notify operators of the location of planned excavations and the duties of operators to mark the location of underground facilities.
House: Energy Resources
Left pending in committee
HB 2839 84-0 (2015)
Author: Capriglione, Giovanni
Relating to the production of public information under the public information law.
House: Government Transparency & Operation Senate: Business & Commerce
Referred to Business & Commerce
HB 2879 84-0 (2015)
Author: González, MarySponsor: Rodríguez, José
Relating to a study by the General Land Office regarding the feasibility of creating a mechanism by which a governmental entity could acquire small parcels of real property in an area and convey them to a developer in order to ensure the property is developed in compliance with model subdivision rules.
House: Land & Resource Management Senate: Business & Commerce
Left pending in committee
HB 2919 84-0 (2015)
Author: Raney, John | et. al.Sponsor: Bettencourt, Paul
Relating to an energy efficiency pilot program for state-owned buildings operated by the Texas Facilities Commission.
House: Energy Resources Senate: Business & Commerce
Left pending in committee
HB 3069 84-0 (2015)
Author: Rodriguez, Eddie | et. al.
Relating to the authority and obligations of the Texas Commission on Environmental Quality and the Public Utility Commission of Texas to comply with and implement a Clean Power Plan.
House: Environmental Regulation
Left pending in committee
HB 3288 84-0 (2015)
Author: Keffer, Jim
Relating to regulation of congestion charges in the electricity market.
House: State Affairs
Left pending in committee
HB 3428 84-0 (2015)
Author: Parker, Tan | et. al.
Relating to the temporary continuation of utility service for real property of a decedent.
House: State Affairs
Placed on General State Calendar
HB 3663 84-0 (2015)
Author: Naishtat, Elliott
Relating to the temporary continuation of utility service for real property of a decedent.
House: State Affairs
Referred to State Affairs
HB 3749 84-0 (2015)
Author: Keffer, Jim
Relating to the recovery of certain natural gas distribution utility ratemaking proceeding expenses; adding provisions subject to a criminal penalty.
House: Energy Resources
Committee report sent to Calendars
HB 3774 84-0 (2015)
Author: Blanco, César
Relating to the use of money administered through the Energy Services Program for Low-Income Individuals.
House: Appropriations
Referred to Appropriations
HB 3801 84-0 (2015)
Author: Tinderholt, Tony
Relating to protection of the electric power transmission and distribution system.
House: State Affairs
Referred to State Affairs
SB 861 84-0 (2015)
Author: Birdwell, Brian
Relating to the installation of certain telephone or telegraph corporation facilities on or across public roads, streets, or water.
Senate: Natural Resources & Economic Development
Referred to Natural Resources & Economic Development
SB 865 84-0 (2015)
Author: Birdwell, Brian
Relating to immunity of a governmental entity for damage to certain utility facilities.
Senate: State Affairs
Referred to State Affairs
SB 1121 84-0 (2015)
Author: Zaffirini, Judith
Relating to the authority of a public utility agency to provide water and sewer service and enter into contracts.
Senate: Natural Resources & Economic Development
Referred to Natural Resources & Economic Development
SB 1398 84-0 (2015)
Author: Hall, Bob | et. al.Sponsor: Parker, Tan | et. al.
Relating to a study by the Electric Reliability Council of Texas on securing critical infrastructure from electromagnetic, geomagnetic, terrorist, and cyber-attack threats.
House: Homeland Security & Public Safety Senate: Natural Resources & Economic Development
Committee report sent to Calendars
SB 1592 84-0 (2015)
Author: Lucio, Jr., Eddie
Relating to the designation of certain customer bill payment assistance program costs as an expense of operation that is a first lien against revenue securing certain public securities or obligations in certain municipalities.
Senate: Natural Resources & Economic Development
Referred to Natural Resources & Economic Development
SB 1954 84-0 (2015)
Author: Hinojosa, Juan
Relating to the authority and obligations of the Texas Commission on Environmental Quality and the Public Utility Commission of Texas to comply with and implement a Clean Power Plan.
Senate: Natural Resources & Economic Development
Referred to Natural Resources & Economic Development
HB 258 83-0 (2013)
Author: Murphy, Jim
Relating to liability of certain public utilities that allow certain uses of land that the public utility owns, occupies, or leases.
House: Judiciary & Civil Jurisprudence
Referred to Judiciary & Civil Jurisprudence
HB 404 83-0 (2013)
Author: Davis, Sarah
Relating to liability of certain public utilities that allow certain uses of land that the public utility owns, occupies, or leases.
House: Judiciary & Civil Jurisprudence
Referred to Judiciary & Civil Jurisprudence
HB 549 83-0 (2013)
Author: Turner, Sylvester
Relating to the system benefit fund fee.
House: Appropriations
Referred to Appropriations
HB 761 83-0 (2013)
Author: Márquez, Marisa
Relating to building code standards for new residential construction in the unincorporated area of a county.
House: County Affairs
Left pending in committee
HB 890 83-0 (2013)
Author: Workman, Paul
Relating to the conversion of the West Travis County Public Utility Agency to the Hill Country Regional Water Authority and to the creation of the Hill Country Regional Water Authority; providing authority to issue revenue bonds or notes; granting the power of eminent domain; providing an administrative penalty; providing authority to impose fees.
House: Special Purpose Districts
Returned to Local & Consent Calendars Comm.
HB 1488 83-0 (2013)
Author: Harper-Brown, Linda | et. al.
Relating to notice of utility rate increases.
House: State Affairs
Laid on the table subject to call
HB 1537 83-0 (2013)
Author: Deshotel, Joe
Relating to building code standards for new residential construction in the unincorporated area of a county.
House: County Affairs
Left pending in committee
HB 1650 83-0 (2013)
Author: Raymond, Richard Peña
Relating to county and municipal land development regulation.
House: International Trade & Intergovernmental Affairs Senate: Administration
Referred to Administration
HB 1663 83-0 (2013)
Author: Guillen, Ryan
Relating to timing and frequency with which a public utility may file for a rate change application.
House: Natural Resources
Left pending in committee
HB 1687 83-0 (2013)
Author: Oliveira, René | et. al.
Relating to the composition and powers of a governing body in certain municipalities.
House: International Trade & Intergovernmental Affairs
Laid on the table subject to call
HB 1963 83-0 (2013)
Author: Turner, Sylvester
Relating to the election of a commissioner of the Public Utility Commission of Texas.
House: State Affairs
Referred to State Affairs
HB 2156 83-0 (2013)
Author: Callegari, Bill
Relating to the ability of a municipality to regulate or limit a retail public utility's extension of service or operation of facilities.
House: Natural Resources
Referred to Natural Resources
HB 2237 83-0 (2013)
Author: Isaac, Jason
Relating to the recovery of rate case expenses by a water and sewer utility.
House: Natural Resources
Left pending in committee
HB 2332 83-0 (2013)
Author: Bell, Cecil
Relating to the liability of an operator of an underground facility for damages that result from a failure to comply with a duty to mark underground facilities to prevent damage from excavation or a duty to make certain notifications.
House: Judiciary & Civil Jurisprudence
Left pending in committee
HB 2406 83-0 (2013)
Author: Wu, Gene | et. al.
Relating to the installation, maintenance, operation, and relocation of saltwater pipeline facilities.
House: Energy Resources
Placed on General State Calendar
HB 2532 83-0 (2013)
Author: Workman, Paul | et. al.Sponsor: Fraser, Troy
Relating to the regulation of propane distribution system retailers; authorizing a fee.
House: Energy Resources Senate: Natural Resources
Effective on 9/1/13
HB 2585 83-0 (2013)
Author: Harper-Brown, Linda | et. al.Sponsor: Paxton, Ken
Relating to the reimbursement of utilities for relocation of utility facilities following improvement or construction of certain tolled highways.
House: Transportation Senate: Business & Commerce
Effective immediately
HB 2826 83-0 (2013)
Author: King, Ken
Relating to telecommunications service discounts for educational institutions, libraries, hospitals, and telemedicine centers.
House: State Affairs
Referred to State Affairs
HB 2900 83-0 (2013)
Author: Dale, Tony | et. al.
Relating to underground facility damage prevention and safety.
House: State Affairs
Left pending in committee
HB 3080 83-0 (2013)
Author: Márquez, Marisa
Relating to a study on the feasibility of creating a program to provide discounts on Internet access to individuals who are eligible for lifeline telephone services.
House: Technology
Referred to Technology
HB 3166 83-0 (2013)
Author: King, Susan
Relating to the authority of the Public Utility Commission of Texas to implement a temporary price cap in certain situations.
House: State Affairs
Left pending in committee
HB 3293 83-0 (2013)
Author: Martinez, Armando
Relating to requirements for addressing and preventing damage to underground utility facilities; imposing a fee; creating an offense.
House: Energy Resources
Referred to Energy Resources
HB 3294 83-0 (2013)
Author: Martinez, Armando
Relating to increasing civil penalties for excavator violations.
House: Judiciary & Civil Jurisprudence
Referred to Judiciary & Civil Jurisprudence
HB 3355 83-0 (2013)
Author: Cook, ByronSponsor: Carona, John
Relating to cable operators' attachments on distribution poles owned or controlled by electric cooperatives.
House: State Affairs Senate: Business & Commerce
Effective on 9/1/13
HB 3547 83-0 (2013)
Author: Oliveira, René | et. al.
Relating to standards and procedures for determining whether a person who owns, operates, or manages a pipeline is a common carrier; authorizing a fee.
House: Business & Industry
Committee report sent to Calendars
HB 3701 83-0 (2013)
Author: Lucio III, Eddie
Relating to compensation for excess electricity generated by a retail electric customer's on-site generation.
House: State Affairs
Referred to State Affairs
SB 291 83-0 (2013)
Author: Nelson, Jane
Relating to notice requirements for gas utilities entering certain real property; providing an administrative penalty.
House: Energy Resources Senate: Natural Resources
Left pending in committee
SB 325 83-0 (2013)
Author: Carona, John
Relating to the system benefit fund fee.
Senate: Finance
Referred to s/c on Fiscal Matters by Chair
SB 456 83-0 (2013)
Author: Rodríguez, José
Relating to building code standards for new residential construction in the unincorporated area of a county.
Senate: Business & Commerce
Left pending in committee
SB 488 83-0 (2013)
Author: Davis, Wendy
Relating to discounted utility rates for public educational institutions; providing an administrative penalty.
Senate: Business & Commerce
Referred to Business & Commerce
SB 508 83-0 (2013)
Author: Watson, Kirk | et. al.
Relating to the conversion of the West Travis County Public Utility Agency to the Hill Country Regional Water Authority and to the creation of the Hill Country Regional Water Authority; providing authority to issue revenue bonds or notes; granting the power of eminent domain; providing an administrative penalty; providing authority to impose fees.
Senate: Natural Resources
No action taken in committee
SB 514 83-0 (2013)
Author: Davis, WendySponsor: Wu, Gene
Relating to the installation, maintenance, operation, and relocation of saltwater pipeline facilities.
House: Energy Resources Senate: Natural Resources
Effective immediately
SB 601 83-0 (2013)
Author: Davis, Wendy
Relating to the availability of certain payment plans for residential electric customers.
Senate: Business & Commerce
Referred to Business & Commerce
SB 662 83-0 (2013)
Author: Carona, JohnSponsor: Villalba, Jason
Relating to the composition of the drought preparedness council.
House: Natural Resources Senate: Natural Resources
Effective on 9/1/13
SB 701 83-0 (2013)
Author: Hegar, GlennSponsor: Herrero, Abel
Relating to a defense to prosecution for criminal trespass.
House: Criminal Jurisprudence Senate: Criminal Justice
Effective on 9/1/13
SB 795 83-0 (2013)
Author: Lucio, Jr., EddieSponsor: Oliveira, René | et. al.
Relating to the composition and powers of a governing body in certain municipalities.
House: International Trade & Intergovernmental Affairs Senate: Intergovernmental Relations
Effective immediately
SB 885 83-0 (2013)
Author: Hinojosa, JuanSponsor: Harper-Brown, Linda
Relating to notice of utility rate increases.
House: State Affairs Senate: Natural Resources
Effective on 9/1/13
SB 1239 83-0 (2013)
Author: Rodríguez, José | et. al.
Relating to distributed renewable generation and compensation for excess electricity generated by distributed renewable generation.
Senate: Business & Commerce
Not again placed on intent calendar
SB 1257 83-0 (2013)
Author: Rodríguez, José
Relating to a settlement in a contested case involving an integrated utility operating outside of ERCOT in areas of the Western Electricity Coordinating Council.
Senate: Business & Commerce
Referred to Business & Commerce
SB 1327 83-0 (2013)
Author: Paxton, Ken
Relating to the reimbursement of utilities for relocation of utility facilities following improvement or construction of certain tolled highways.
Senate: Transportation
Referred to Transportation
SB 1414 83-0 (2013)
Author: Deuell, Bob
Relating to certain retail public utilities affected by single certification in incoporated or annexed areas.
Senate: Natural Resources
Referred to Natural Resources
SB 1472 83-0 (2013)
Author: West, Royce
Relating to information that must be included on prepaid calling cards.
Senate: Business & Commerce
Referred to Business & Commerce
SB 1599 83-0 (2013)
Author: Zaffirini, JudithSponsor: Lozano, J. M.
Relating to county and municipal land development regulation.
House: International Trade & Intergovernmental Affairs Senate: Intergovernmental Relations
Effective on 9/1/13
SB 1625 83-0 (2013)
Author: Davis, Wendy
Relating to standards and procedures for determining whether a person who owns, operates, or manages a pipeline is a common carrier.
Senate: State Affairs
Left pending in committee
HB 23 83-1 (2013)
Author: Pickett, Joseph
Relating to a permit requirement and the payment by a utility of a fee for the use of state highway rights-of-way.
House: Appropriations
Referred to Appropriations
HB 69 83-1 (2013)
Author: Callegari, Bill
Relating to certain eminent domain authority and the suspension of certain unreported eminent domain authority.
Filed
HB 13 83-2 (2013)
Author: Pickett, Joseph
Relating to a permit requirement and the payment by a utility of a fee for the use of state highway rights-of-way.
House: Appropriations
Referred to Appropriations
HB 24 83-2 (2013)
Author: Callegari, Bill
Relating to certain eminent domain authority and the suspension of certain unreported eminent domain authority.
House: Land & Resource Management
Meeting cancelled
HB 58 83-2 (2013)
Author: Anchía, Rafael
Relating to customer protections related to smart thermostat services marketing and contracts.
Filed
HB 20 83-3 (2013)
Author: Callegari, Bill
Relating to certain eminent domain authority and the expiration or suspension of certain unreported eminent domain authority.
Filed
HB 263 82-0 (2011)
Author: Hilderbran, Harvey
Relating to an excavator's duties during an emergency excavation; providing civil and criminal penalties.
House: State Affairs
Laid on the table subject to call
HB 267 82-0 (2011)
Author: Hilderbran, Harvey
Relating to rate and damage schedules governing certain easements or other interests in land of The University of Texas System.
House: Land & Resource Management
Laid on the table subject to call
HB 340 82-0 (2011)
Author: Gallego, Pete
Relating to net metering for retail electric service customers and compensation for excess electricity generated by a retail electric customer's on-site generator.
House: State Affairs
Left pending in committee
HB 355 82-0 (2011)
Author: Burnam, Lon
Relating to the imposition of a fee on coal loaded on or unloaded from railcars in this state and to the allocation of the revenue from the fee.
House: Ways & Means
Left pending in committee
HB 430 82-0 (2011)
Author: Johnson, Eric
Relating to the provision of payment history information to consumer reporting agencies.
House: Pensions, Investments & Financial Services
Left pending in committee
HB 491 82-0 (2011)
Author: Dutton, Jr., Harold V.
Relating to the authority of a water and sewer utility to impose an impact fee.
House: Natural Resources
Left pending in committee
HB 494 82-0 (2011)
Author: Dutton, Jr., Harold V.
Relating to the recovery of certain rate case expenses by a water and sewer utility.
House: Natural Resources
Left pending in committee
HB 496 82-0 (2011)
Author: Dutton, Jr., Harold V.
Relating to the frequency with which water or sewer utilities must file a statement of intent to increase rates.
House: Natural Resources
Left pending in committee
HB 540 82-0 (2011)
Author: Turner, Sylvester
Relating to the allocation of the value of certain federal allowances for carbon dioxide emissions granted to certain electric or gas utilities.
House: State Affairs
Left pending in committee
HB 695 82-0 (2011)
Author: Allen, Alma | et. al.
Relating to the establishment of a program for the collection, transportation, recycling, and disposal of mercury-added thermostats.
House: Environmental Regulation Senate: Natural Resources
Referred to Natural Resources
HB 776 82-0 (2011)
Author: Anchía, Rafael
Relating to the rights of distributed renewable generation owners and certain parties who provide distributed renewable generation to retail electric customers.
House: State Affairs
Left pending in committee
HB 805 82-0 (2011)
Author: Callegari, BillSponsor: Hegar, Glenn
Relating to the requirement that certain water service providers ensure emergency operations during an extended power outage.
House: Natural Resources Senate: Transportation & Homeland Security
Effective immediately
HB 856 82-0 (2011)
Author: Dutton, Jr., Harold V.
Relating to the powers and duties of the Texas Commission on Environmental Quality and other entities regarding water and sewer utilities.
House: Environmental Regulation
Left pending in committee
HB 977 82-0 (2011)
Author: Burnam, Lon
Relating to the development of a climate adaptation plan by certain entities.
House: State Affairs
Committee report sent to Calendars
HB 1022 82-0 (2011)
Author: Dutton, Jr., Harold V.
Relating to the exemption of certain property from municipal drainage service charges and from related ordinances, resolutions, and rules.
House: Natural Resources
Referred to Natural Resources
HB 1165 82-0 (2011)
Author: Keffer, Jim | et. al.
Relating to the exemption of certain electric cooperatives from certain regulations.
House: State Affairs
Laid on the table subject to call
HB 1302 82-0 (2011)
Author: Larson, Lyle
Relating to the establishment of the Texas Energy and Communications Commission to consolidate the functions of the Public Utility Commission of Texas and the Railroad Commission of Texas.
House: Energy Resources
No action taken in committee
HB 1421 82-0 (2011)
Author: Anchía, Rafael
Relating to the classification, use, and regulation of electric energy storage equipment or facilities.
House: State Affairs
Comm. report sent to Local & Consent Calendar
HB 1445 82-0 (2011)
Author: Davis, Yvonne
Relating to the prices a retail electric provider charges certain residential customers.
House: State Affairs
Referred to State Affairs
HB 1449 82-0 (2011)
Author: Guillen, RyanSponsor: Zaffirini, Judith
Relating to certain right-of-way easements on land owned by the Parks and Wildlife Department.
House: Culture, Recreation & Tourism Senate: Agriculture & Rural Affairs
Effective immediately
HB 1485 82-0 (2011)
Author: Patrick, Diane | et. al.
Relating to discounted utility rates for school districts.
House: State Affairs
Referred to State Affairs
HB 1487 82-0 (2011)
Author: Gutierrez, Roland
Relating to a study comparing the effects on retail water and sewer utility service rates of acquiring by certain means additional water for Bexar County retail water and sewer utility service consumers.
House: Natural Resources
Left pending in committee
HB 1801 82-0 (2011)
Author: Menendez, Jose
Relating to notice of utility rate increases.
House: State Affairs
Considered in Calendars
HB 1943 82-0 (2011)
Author: Murphy, Jim | et. al.
Relating to liability of certain public utilities that allow certain uses of land that the public utility owns, occupies, or leases.
House: Land & Resource Management
Committee report sent to Calendars
HB 2133 82-0 (2011)
Author: Solomons, BurtSponsor: Fraser, Troy
Relating to the Public Utility Commission of Texas' authority to disgorge revenue obtained as a result of certain violations; providing an administrative penalty.
House: State Affairs Senate: Natural Resources
Effective on 9/1/11
HB 2134 82-0 (2011)
Author: Solomons, Burt
Relating to the continuation and functions of the Electric Reliability Council of Texas, the Office of Public Utility Counsel, and the Public Utility Commission of Texas; imposing an administrative penalty.
House: State Affairs
Left pending in committee
HB 2257 82-0 (2011)
Author: Phillips, LarrySponsor: Carona, John
Relating to the procurement and use of an emergency notification system by public service providers.
House: Homeland Security & Public Safety Senate: Transportation & Homeland Security
Left pending in committee
HB 2288 82-0 (2011)
Author: Crownover, Myra
Relating to the regulation of distributed renewable generation of electricity.
House: State Affairs
Committee report sent to Calendars
HB 2289 82-0 (2011)
Author: Crownover, MyraSponsor: Jackson, Mike
Relating to the authority of a gas corporation to use a public right-of-way along a railroad, a railroad right-of-way, an interurban railroad, or a street railroad.
House: Energy Resources Senate: Natural Resources
Effective immediately
HB 2295 82-0 (2011)
Author: Frullo, JohnSponsor: Hegar, Glenn
Relating to the administration of the universal service fund.
House: State Affairs Senate: Business & Commerce
Effective immediately
HB 2406 82-0 (2011)
Author: Davis, John
Relating to transferring certain energy assistance programs from the Texas Department of Housing and Community Affairs to the Public Utility Commission of Texas.
House: Energy Resources
No action taken in committee
HB 2442 82-0 (2011)
Author: Munoz, Jr., Sergio
Relating to the telecommunications service discount for schools.
House: State Affairs
Referred to State Affairs
HB 2680 82-0 (2011)
Author: King, TracySponsor: Hegar, Glenn
Relating to the procedure for certain small local exchange companies to propose to offer certain services or to make a minor change in a rate or tariff.
House: State Affairs Senate: Business & Commerce
Effective on 9/1/11
HB 2709 82-0 (2011)
Author: Turner, Sylvester
Relating to energy and efficiency conservation programs administered by the Texas Public Utility Commission.
House: State Affairs
Committee report sent to Calendars
HB 2710 82-0 (2011)
Author: Turner, Sylvester
Relating to cable attachments to electric facilities of electric cooperatives.
House: State Affairs
Left pending in committee
HB 2798 82-0 (2011)
Author: Bonnen, Dennis
Relating to discounted utility rates for school districts and open-enrollment charter schools; providing an administrative penalty.
House: State Affairs
Left pending in committee
HB 2961 82-0 (2011)
Author: Darby, Drew | et. al.
Relating to the creation of a program for the development of solar energy industry in this state.
House: State Affairs
Left pending in committee
HB 3142 82-0 (2011)
Author: Pickett, Joseph
Relating to convenience charges by utilities.
House: State Affairs
Referred to State Affairs
HB 3169 82-0 (2011)
Author: Coleman, Garnet
Relating to the exemption of certain property from municipal drainage service charges and from related ordinances, resolutions, and rules.
House: Natural Resources
Referred to Natural Resources
HB 3258 82-0 (2011)
Author: Strama, Mark
Relating to telecommunications service discounts for educational institutions, libraries, hospitals, and telemedicine centers.
House: State Affairs
No action taken in committee
HB 3262 82-0 (2011)
Author: Strama, Mark
Relating to the procedure for interconnecting small-scale commercial renewable generation.
House: State Affairs
Referred to State Affairs
HB 3268 82-0 (2011)
Author: Lyne, LanhamSponsor: Estes, Craig
Relating to permits for air contaminant emissions of stationary natural gas engines used in combined heating and power systems.
House: Environmental Regulation Senate: Natural Resources
Effective immediately
HB 3344 82-0 (2011)
Author: Isaac, Jason
Relating to competitive bid requirements for public utility agencies that award construction contracts.
House: Urban Affairs
Committee report sent to Calendars
HB 3394 82-0 (2011)
Author: Oliveira, Rene
Relating to county building code standards for new residential construction; providing a penalty.
House: County Affairs
Withdrawn from schedule
HB 3407 82-0 (2011)
Author: Taylor, Larry
Relating to the recovery through gas utility rates of expenses related to a rate proceeding.
House: Energy Resources
Referred to Energy Resources
HB 3513 82-0 (2011)
Author: Creighton, Brandon
Relating to the power of certain municipalities to establish performance standards for underground utilities, landscaping, tree preservation and sign control in a neighborhood empowerment zone.
House: Land & Resource Management
No action taken in committee
HB 3620 82-0 (2011)
Author: Isaac, Jason
Relating to changes in participation in public utility agencies.
House: Natural Resources
Committee report sent to Calendars
HB 3754 82-0 (2011)
Author: Hilderbran, HarveySponsor: Duncan, Robert
Relating to powers and duties of the Office of Public Utility Counsel to represent residential and small commercial consumers in certain water or sewer utility service matters before the Texas Commission on Environmental Quality.
House: State Affairs Senate: Natural Resources
Considered in public hearing
HB 3802 82-0 (2011)
Author: Davis, Sarah | et. al.
Relating to liability of certain public utilities that allow certain uses of land that the public utility owns, occupies, or leases.
House: Judiciary & Civil Jurisprudence
Committee report sent to Calendars
SB 103 82-0 (2011)
Author: Davis, Wendy
Relating to the installation, maintenance, operation, and relocation of wastewater pipeline facilities.
Senate: Natural Resources
Referred to Natural Resources
SB 117 82-0 (2011)
Author: Uresti, Carlos | et. al.
Relating to allowing municipally owned utility systems in certain cities to fund a program to aid low-income residents in paying their bills.
House: State Affairs Senate: Intergovernmental Relations
Referred to State Affairs
SB 312 82-0 (2011)
Author: Seliger, Kel | et. al.Sponsor: Keffer, Jim
Relating to the exemption of certain electric cooperatives from certain regulations.
House: State Affairs Senate: Natural Resources
Effective immediately
SB 389 82-0 (2011)
Author: Williams, Tommy
Relating to emergency preparedness during an extended power outage of a water service provider with at least 250 connections.
Senate: Transportation & Homeland Security
Referred to Transportation & Homeland Sec.
SB 424 82-0 (2011)
Author: Ellis, Rodney
Relating to the development of a climate adaptation plan by certain entities.
Senate: Natural Resources
Referred to Natural Resources
SB 504 82-0 (2011)
Author: Davis, Wendy | et. al.
Relating to discounted utility rates for school districts.
Senate: Business & Commerce
Left pending in committee
SB 661 82-0 (2011)
Author: Nichols, Robert | et. al.Sponsor: Solomons, Burt
Relating to the continuation and functions, as applicable, of the Electric Reliability Council of Texas, the Office of Public Utility Counsel, and the Public Utility Commission of Texas and to the transfer of certain functions from the Texas Commission on Environmental Quality to the Public Utility Commission of Texas; imposing administrative penalties.
House: State Affairs Senate: Government Organization
Point of order sustained
SB 712 82-0 (2011)
Author: Hegar, Glenn
Relating to the administration of the universal service fund.
Senate: Business & Commerce
Not again placed on intent calendar
SB 713 82-0 (2011)
Author: Hegar, Glenn
Relating to the procedure for certain small local exchange companies to propose to offer certain services or to make a minor change in a rate or tariff.
Senate: Business & Commerce
Referred to Business & Commerce
SB 714 82-0 (2011)
Author: Patrick, Dan
Relating to the exemption of certain property from municipal drainage service charges and from related ordinances, resolutions, and rules.
House: Natural Resources Senate: Intergovernmental Relations
Referred to Natural Resources
SB 773 82-0 (2011)
Author: Zaffirini, Judith | et. al.Sponsor: Gallego, Pete | et. al.
Relating to telecommunications service discounts for educational institutions, libraries, hospitals, and telemedicine centers.
House: State Affairs Senate: Business & Commerce
Effective on 9/1/11
SB 855 82-0 (2011)
Author: Duncan, RobertSponsor: Hilderbran, Harvey
Relating to assistance provided by the Office of Public Utility Counsel to interested parties on certain electricity matters involving certificates of convenience and necessity.
House: State Affairs Senate: Business & Commerce
Effective immediately
SB 873 82-0 (2011)
Author: Duncan, Robert | et. al.Sponsor: Hilderbran, Harvey
Relating to rate and damage schedules governing certain easements or other interests in land of The University of Texas System.
House: Land & Resource Management Senate: Higher Education
Effective immediately
SB 943 82-0 (2011)
Author: Carona, JohnSponsor: Anchía, Rafael
Relating to the classification, use, and regulation of electric energy storage equipment or facilities.
House: State Affairs Senate: Business & Commerce
Effective on 9/1/11
SB 981 82-0 (2011)
Author: Carona, JohnSponsor: Anchía, Rafael | et. al.
Relating to the regulation of distributed renewable generation of electricity.
House: State Affairs Senate: Business & Commerce
Effective on 9/1/11
SB 1149 82-0 (2011)
Author: Seliger, Kel
Relating to requiring electric utilities to comply with energy efficiency goals.
Senate: Business & Commerce
Referred to Business & Commerce
SB 1150 82-0 (2011)
Author: Seliger, KelSponsor: Frullo, John
Relating to requiring certain non-ERCOT utilities to comply with energy efficiency goals.
House: State Affairs Senate: Business & Commerce
Effective immediately
SB 1151 82-0 (2011)
Author: Jackson, MikeSponsor: Menendez, Jose
Relating to notice of utility rate increases.
House: State Affairs Senate: Natural Resources
Considered in Calendars
SB 1217 82-0 (2011)
Author: Estes, CraigSponsor: Hilderbran, Harvey
Relating to an excavator's duty to notify a notification center before excavating; providing civil and criminal penalties.
House: State Affairs Senate: Business & Commerce
Effective on 9/1/11
SB 1238 82-0 (2011)
Author: Carona, John
Relating to communications by public service providers during a disaster or an emergency.
Senate: Transportation & Homeland Security
Left pending in committee
SB 1276 82-0 (2011)
Author: Williams, Tommy
Relating to transferring certain energy assistance programs from the Texas Department of Housing and Community Affairs to the Public Utility Commission of Texas.
Senate: Business & Commerce
Referred to Business & Commerce
SB 1340 82-0 (2011)
Author: Carona, John
Relating to the creation of the Energy Efficiency Council and to statewide energy efficiency; providing penalties.
Senate: Natural Resources
Referred to Natural Resources
SB 1362 82-0 (2011)
Author: Lucio, Jr., Eddie
Relating to county building code standards for new residential construction; providing a penalty.
Senate: Intergovernmental Relations
Referred to Intergovernmental Relations
SB 1501 82-0 (2011)
Author: Watson, Kirk
Relating to energy and efficiency conservation programs administered by the Public Utility Commission of Texas.
House: State Affairs Senate: Business & Commerce
Referred to State Affairs
SB 1596 82-0 (2011)
Author: Wentworth, JeffSponsor: Isaac, Jason
Relating to changes in participation in public utility agencies.
House: Natural Resources Senate: Intergovernmental Relations
Effective immediately
SB 1597 82-0 (2011)
Author: Wentworth, Jeff
Relating to competitive bid requirements for public utility agencies that award construction contracts.
Senate: Intergovernmental Relations
Referred to Intergovernmental Relations
SB 1613 82-0 (2011)
Author: Ogden, SteveSponsor: Brown, Fred
Relating to the application of the public meetings and public information laws to public power utilities.
House: State Affairs Senate: Open Government, Select
Effective immediately
SB 1793 82-0 (2011)
Author: Patrick, Dan | et. al.
Relating to liability of certain public utilities that allow recreational use of land that the public utility owns, occupies, or leases.
Senate: State Affairs
Co-author authorized
SB 1816 82-0 (2011)
Author: Zaffirini, JudithSponsor: Raymond, Richard Pena
Relating to county and municipal land development regulation.
House: Land & Resource Management Senate: International Relations & Trade
H. refuses to adopt conf. comm. rept-reported
HB 24 81-0 (2009)
Author: Leibowitz, David
Relating to restrictions on the prices of certain consumer goods and services during an abnormal disruption of the market.
House: Business & Industry
Committee report sent to Calendars
HB 280 81-0 (2009)
Author: Anchía, Rafael | et. al.
Relating to energy efficiency goals and programs and demand reduction targets; creating an office of energy efficiency deployment in the state energy conservation office.
House: Energy Resources
Laid on the table subject to call
HB 630 81-0 (2009)
Author: Turner, Sylvester
Relating to the regulation and governing bodies of independent organizations that govern power regions.
House: State Affairs
Referred to State Affairs
HB 631 81-0 (2009)
Author: Turner, Sylvester
Relating to the regulation of retail electric providers.
House: State Affairs
Considered in Calendars
HB 632 81-0 (2009)
Author: Turner, Sylvester | et. al.
Relating to the requirement that retail water and utility services adopt an emergency preparedness plan for use during a local power outage; providing an administrative penalty.
House: State Affairs
Committee report sent to Calendars
HB 725 81-0 (2009)
Author: Veasey, Marc | et. al.
Relating to utility bill payment protection for elderly or disabled persons.
House: State Affairs
Referred to State Affairs
HB 751 81-0 (2009)
Author: Callegari, Bill | et. al.
Relating to the liability of certain public utilities that allow recreational use of land that the public utility owns, occupies, or leases.
House: State Affairs
Returned to Local & Consent Calendars Comm.
HB 783 81-0 (2009)
Author: Pickett, JosephSponsor: Shapleigh, Eliot
Relating to the liability of an electric utility that allows recreational use of land that the utility owns, occupies, or leases.
House: State Affairs Senate: State Affairs
Effective immediately
HB 859 81-0 (2009)
Author: Laubenberg, Jodie
Relating to liability for property damage arising in connection with the use of certain easements; providing a waiver of sovereign immunity.
House: Judiciary & Civil Jurisprudence
Referred to Judiciary & Civil Jurisprudence
HB 876 81-0 (2009)
Author: Orr, Rob | et. al.
Relating to the installation of natural gas pipelines in controlled access highway rights-of-way.
House: Transportation
Companion considered in lieu of in committee
HB 995 81-0 (2009)
Author: Turner, Chris | et. al.
Relating to notice of expiration and price change in certain retail electric service contracts.
House: State Affairs
Considered in Calendars
HB 1100 81-0 (2009)
Author: Vo, Hubert
Relating to the date of payment for retail electric services.
House: State Affairs
Referred to State Affairs
HB 1227 81-0 (2009)
Author: Mallory Caraway, Barbara
Relating to a grace period from the statement issue date for payment of services to gas utilities and municipally owned utilities.
House: State Affairs
Referred to State Affairs
HB 1243 81-0 (2009)
Author: Gallego, Pete | et. al.Sponsor: Fraser, Troy
Relating to net metering for retail electric service customers and compensation for excess electricity generated by a retail electric customer's on-site generator.
House: State Affairs Senate: Business & Commerce
Statement of Leg. Intent Recorded in Journal
HB 1519 81-0 (2009)
Author: Vo, Hubert
Relating to the disconnection of electric services to certain customers.
House: State Affairs
Referred to State Affairs
HB 1627 81-0 (2009)
Author: Naishtat, Elliott | et. al.
Relating to Low-Income Home Energy Assistance Program payments to assist certain households receiving food stamp benefits.
House: Human Services
Committee report sent to Calendars
HB 1655 81-0 (2009)
Author: Anchía, Rafael
Relating to the rights of distributed renewable generation owners and certain parties who provide distributed renewable generation to retail electric customers.
House: State Affairs
Subcommittee members named
HB 1656 81-0 (2009)
Author: Guillen, Ryan
Relating to the authority of certain municipalities and counties to regulate platting requirements near an international border.
House: Border & Intergovernmental Affairs
Placed on General State Calendar
HB 1695 81-0 (2009)
Author: Turner, Sylvester
Relating to the requirement that electric utilities create and implement a plan for infrastructure improvement and maintenance.
House: State Affairs Senate: Business & Commerce
Referred to Business & Commerce
HB 1836 81-0 (2009)
Author: Davis, Yvonne
Relating to the prices a retail electric provider charges certain residential customers.
House: State Affairs
Referred to State Affairs
HB 1837 81-0 (2009)
Author: Davis, Yvonne
Relating to regulation of electric services.
House: State Affairs
Referred to State Affairs
HB 2173 81-0 (2009)
Author: Pickett, Joseph | et. al.
Relating to the exemption of certain counties and school districts from the drainage charge imposed by a municipal drainage utility system.
House: Border & Intergovernmental Affairs Senate: Administration
Referred to Administration
HB 2194 81-0 (2009)
Author: Christian, Wayne | et. al.
Relating to the goal of installing additional capacity for generating renewable energy.
House: Energy Resources
Left pending in committee
HB 2216 81-0 (2009)
Author: Pierson, Paula
Relating to the regulation of the maintenance of telephone and electric utility poles.
House: State Affairs
No action taken in committee
HB 2345 81-0 (2009)
Author: Thibaut, Kristi
Relating to the rate charged for electric service by a provider of last resort.
House: State Affairs
Referred to State Affairs
HB 2405 81-0 (2009)
Author: Callegari, Bill | et. al.
Relating to the requirement that certain retail water and sewer utility services maintain service during an extended power outage.
House: Defense & Veterans' Affairs
Left pending in committee
HB 2532 81-0 (2009)
Author: Bonnen, Dennis
Relating to coordinating information regarding the location of infrastructure to which the supply of electric service is critical to the public health and safety or for emergency management purposes.
House: Defense & Veterans' Affairs Senate: Transportation & Homeland Security
Referred to Transportation & Homeland Sec.
HB 2572 81-0 (2009)
Author: Gonzalez Toureilles, YvonneSponsor: Jackson, Mike
Relating to the authority of a gas corporation to use a public right-of-way.
House: Energy Resources Senate: Natural Resources
Effective immediately
HB 2609 81-0 (2009)
Author: Miller, Doug | et. al.Sponsor: Wentworth, Jeff
Relating to the prosecution and punishment of the offense of criminal trespass.
House: Criminal Jurisprudence Senate: Administration
Effective on 9/1/09
HB 2776 81-0 (2009)
Author: Farrar, Jessica
Relating to the requirement for commercially reasonable, long-term contracts for renewable energy.
House: State Affairs
Referred to State Affairs
HB 3115 81-0 (2009)
Author: Otto, John
Relating to the computation of income tax expense for electric utilities.
House: State Affairs
Left pending in committee
HB 3292 81-0 (2009)
Author: Crownover, Myra | et. al.
Relating to an increase in the fee for natural gas pipeline safety inspections.
House: Energy Resources
Considered in Local & Consent Calendars
HB 3366 81-0 (2009)
Author: Rose, Patrick | et. al.
Relating to the rates charged by a water and sewer utility.
House: Natural Resources
Left pending in committee
HB 3374 81-0 (2009)
Author: Deshotel, Joe
Relating to permits for air contaminant emissions of stationary natural gas engines.
House: Environmental Regulation
Committee report sent to Calendars
HB 3375 81-0 (2009)
Author: Deshotel, Joe
Relating to energy efficiency measures and technologies.
House: Energy Resources
Left pending in subcommittee
HB 3381 81-0 (2009)
Author: Coleman, Garnet
Relating to the regulation of the maintenance of telephone and electric utility poles.
House: State Affairs
Referred to State Affairs
HB 3435 81-0 (2009)
Author: Hamilton, MikeSponsor: Jackson, Mike
Relating to exempting certain utility property from impact fees and assessments in certain water districts.
House: Natural Resources Senate: Natural Resources
Effective on 9/1/09
HB 3658 81-0 (2009)
Author: Corte, Jr., Frank | et. al.
Relating to the creation of the pipeline safety fund.
House: Energy Resources
Left pending in committee
HB 3673 81-0 (2009)
Author: Harper-Brown, Linda
Relating to the relocation of utilities as a result of the construction or maintenance of a toll project that is the subject of a comprehensive development agreement.
House: Transportation
Left pending in committee
HB 3729 81-0 (2009)
Author: King, Phil
Relating to the installation of certain pipelines in county road rights-of-way.
House: Energy Resources
Referred to Energy Resources
HB 3787 81-0 (2009)
Author: Rodriguez, Eddie
Relating to the relocation of utilities on certain highways and county roads.
House: Transportation
Referred to Transportation
HB 3838 81-0 (2009)
Author: Hilderbran, Harvey | et. al.Sponsor: Wentworth, Jeff
Relating to powers and duties of the Office of Public Utility Counsel to represent residential and small commercial consumers in certain water or sewer utility service matters before the Texas Commission on Environmental Quality.
House: State Affairs Senate: Natural Resources
Left pending in committee
HB 3894 81-0 (2009)
Author: Oliveira, Rene
Relating to the provider of last resort.
House: State Affairs
Referred to State Affairs
HB 4086 81-0 (2009)
Author: Farrar, Jessica
Relating to energy efficiency in newly constructed buildings.
House: Energy Resources
Subcommittee members named
HB 4218 81-0 (2009)
Author: Turner, SylvesterSponsor: Hegar, Glenn
Relating to representation in a court proceeding involving a retail public utility providing water or sewer service.
House: Natural Resources Senate: Natural Resources
Placed on intent calendar
HB 4331 81-0 (2009)
Author: Quintanilla, Chente
Relating to the exemption of certain school districts from the drainage charge imposed by a municipal drainage utility system.
House: Border & Intergovernmental Affairs
Left pending in committee
HB 4644 81-0 (2009)
Author: Lucio III, EddieSponsor: Eltife, Kevin
Relating to communications with utility customers.
House: State Affairs Senate: Natural Resources
Referred to Natural Resources
SB 126 81-0 (2009)
Author: Ellis, Rodney
Relating to a temporary moratorium on authorizations for certain coal-fired electric generating facilities.
Senate: Natural Resources
Left pending in committee
SB 130 81-0 (2009)
Author: Ellis, Rodney
Relating to an exemption from the sales tax for certain renewable energy devices.
Senate: Finance
Referred to Finance
SB 435 81-0 (2009)
Author: Ellis, Rodney
Relating to a statewide goal for electric energy generation during peak load periods from renewable energy technologies.
Senate: Business & Commerce
Left pending in committee
SB 436 81-0 (2009)
Author: Ellis, Rodney
Relating to a statewide goal for electric energy generation to meet base load demands from renewable energy technologies.
Senate: Business & Commerce
Left pending in committee
SB 630 81-0 (2009)
Author: Davis, Wendy | et. al.
Relating to utility bill payment protection for elderly or disabled persons.
Senate: Business & Commerce
Co-author authorized
SB 686 81-0 (2009)
Author: Davis, Wendy | et. al.Sponsor: Orr, Rob
Relating to the installation, maintenance, or operation of natural gas pipelines on state highways and highway and county road rights-of-way.
House: Transportation Senate: Transportation & Homeland Security
Vetoed by the Governor
SB 728 81-0 (2009)
Author: Carona, John | et. al.
Relating to the exercise of eminent domain authority by private entities.
Senate: State Affairs
Referred to State Affairs
SB 874 81-0 (2009)
Author: Shapleigh, EliotSponsor: Quintanilla, Chente | et. al.
Relating to the exemption of certain counties from the drainage charge imposed by a municipal drainage utility system.
House: Border & Intergovernmental Affairs Senate: Intergovernmental Relations
Effective immediately
SB 1391 81-0 (2009)
Author: Wentworth, JeffSponsor: Miller, Doug
Relating to the prosecution and punishment of the offense of criminal trespass.
House: Criminal Jurisprudence Senate: Criminal Justice
Committee report sent to Calendars
SB 1468 81-0 (2009)
Author: Davis, Wendy
Relating to notice of expiration and price change in retail electric service contracts.
Senate: Business & Commerce
Left pending in committee
SB 1522 81-0 (2009)
Author: Shapleigh, EliotSponsor: Quintanilla, Chente | et. al.
Relating to the exemption of certain school districts from the drainage charge imposed by a municipal drainage utility system.
House: Border & Intergovernmental Affairs Senate: Intergovernmental Relations
Effective immediately
SB 1563 81-0 (2009)
Author: Shapleigh, Eliot
Relating to the liability of an electric utility that allows recreational use of land that the utility owns, occupies, or leases.
House: Judiciary & Civil Jurisprudence Senate: State Affairs
Referred to Judiciary & Civil Jurisprudence
SB 1658 81-0 (2009)
Author: Averitt, KipSponsor: Crownover, Myra
Relating to an increase in the fee for natural gas pipeline safety inspections.
House: Energy Resources Senate: Natural Resources
Effective on 9/1/09
SB 1676 81-0 (2009)
Author: Hinojosa, JuanSponsor: Gonzales, Veronica
Relating to fees charged by certain counties near international borders for issuing certain utility certificates.
House: Border & Intergovernmental Affairs Senate: International Relations & Trade
Effective on 9/1/09
SB 1700 81-0 (2009)
Author: Fraser, Troy
Relating to the governing body of an independent organization for a power region.
Senate: Business & Commerce
Referred to Business & Commerce
SB 1708 81-0 (2009)
Author: West, Royce
Relating to information that must be included on prepaid calling cards.
Senate: Business & Commerce
Referred to Business & Commerce
SB 1749 81-0 (2009)
Author: Jackson, Mike
Relating to the authority of a gas corporation to use a public right-of-way.
Senate: Natural Resources
Left pending in committee
SB 1865 81-0 (2009)
Author: Ellis, Rodney
Relating to the provider of last resort.
Senate: Business & Commerce
Referred to Business & Commerce
SB 1885 81-0 (2009)
Author: Ellis, Rodney
Relating to strategies to better protect electric transmission and distribution assets against natural disasters.
Senate: Business & Commerce
Referred to Business & Commerce
SB 2128 81-0 (2009)
Author: Davis, Wendy
Relating to fixed price contracts for residential retail electric service.
Senate: Business & Commerce
Referred to Business & Commerce
SB 2129 81-0 (2009)
Author: Davis, Wendy
Relating to the certification of retail electric providers.
Senate: Business & Commerce
Referred to Business & Commerce
SB 2253 81-0 (2009)
Author: Zaffirini, JudithSponsor: Guillen, Ryan
Relating to the authority of certain municipalities and counties to regulate platting requirements near an international border.
House: Border & Intergovernmental Affairs Senate: International Relations & Trade
Effective immediately
SB 2269 81-0 (2009)
Author: Gallegos, Jr., Mario
Relating to the use of historically underutilized businesses by utilities.
Senate: Business & Commerce
Referred to Business & Commerce
SB 2271 81-0 (2009)
Author: Gallegos, Jr., Mario
Relating to the use of historically underutilized businesses by utilities.
Senate: Business & Commerce
Referred to Business & Commerce
SB 2355 81-0 (2009)
Author: Hinojosa, Juan
Relating to the creation of the pipeline safety fund.
Senate: Finance
Left pending in committee
HB 33 80-0 (2007)
Author: Berman, Leo
Relating to the rates charged by a water and sewer utility.
House: Natural Resources
Committee report sent to Calendars
HB 149 80-0 (2007)
Author: Phillips, LarrySponsor: Estes, Craig
Relating to rates charged for water or sewer services by an entity that takes over a nonfunctioning water or sewer system.
House: Natural Resources Senate: Natural Resources
Effective on 9/1/07
HB 269 80-0 (2007)
Author: Anchía, Rafael | et. al.
Relating to energy efficiency incentive programs administered by electric utilities.
House: Regulated Industries
Referred directly to subcommittee by chair
HB 478 80-0 (2007)
Author: Vo, Hubert | et. al.
Relating to the date of payment for retail utility services.
House: Regulated Industries
Left pending in committee
HB 896 80-0 (2007)
Author: King, Phil
Relating to the members and employees of the Public Utility Commission of Texas.
House: Regulated Industries
Considered in Calendars
HB 1214 80-0 (2007)
Author: Christian, Wayne | et. al.Sponsor: Fraser, Troy | et. al.
Relating to the goal of installing additional capacity for generating renewable energy.
House: Regulated Industries Senate: Business & Commerce
Placed on intent calendar
HB 1695 80-0 (2007)
Author: Hilderbran, Harvey
Relating to the powers and duties of the Office of Public Utility Counsel.
House: Environmental Regulation
Committee report sent to Calendars
HB 1861 80-0 (2007)
Author: Quintanilla, Chente
Relating to the area served by certain municipal drainage utility systems.
House: Natural Resources
Left pending in committee
HB 1893 80-0 (2007)
Author: Dutton, Jr., Harold V.
Relating to requiring a municipality to notify certain public utilities and telecommunications utilities on receiving an application for a permit to excavate or construct underground facilities.
House: Regulated Industries
Left pending in committee
HB 1900 80-0 (2007)
Author: King, Phil
Relating to the imposition of certain administrative penalties related to market power regulation violations in the electric power market.
House: Regulated Industries
No action taken in committee
HB 1902 80-0 (2007)
Author: King, Phil
Relating to the confidentiality of certain information involving the Public Utility Commission and the wholesale electric market monitor.
House: Regulated Industries
Left pending in committee
HB 2096 80-0 (2007)
Author: Quintanilla, Chente | et. al.Sponsor: Uresti, Carlos
Relating to utility connections on certain tracts of property in certain counties near an international border.
House: Border & International Affairs Senate: International Relations & Trade
Effective on 9/1/07
HB 2127 80-0 (2007)
Author: Murphy, JimSponsor: Williams, Tommy
Relating to the operation of all-terrain vehicles in connection with utility work.
House: Transportation Senate: Transportation & Homeland Security
Effective on 9/1/07
HB 2279 80-0 (2007)
Author: Strama, Mark | et. al.
Relating to the purchase of energy-efficient light bulbs for certain state buildings, public school facilities, and higher education facilities.
House: Government Reform
Considered in Calendars
HB 2320 80-0 (2007)
Author: Gallego, Pete
Relating to a temporary moratorium on authorizations for certain coal-fired electric generating facilities.
House: Environmental Regulation
Left pending in committee
HB 2343 80-0 (2007)
Author: Martinez, Armando
Relating to providing a discounted rate for electricity provided to certain school districts.
House: Regulated Industries
Referred to Regulated Industries
HB 2616 80-0 (2007)
Author: Veasey, Marc
Relating to utility bill payment protection for elderly or disabled persons.
House: Regulated Industries
Referred to Regulated Industries
HB 2661 80-0 (2007)
Author: King, Tracy
Relating to the inclusion of certain expenditures for purposes of the rule that a specified percentage of school district revenue be spent for instructional activities.
House: Public Education
No action taken in committee
HB 2678 80-0 (2007)
Author: Callegari, BillSponsor: Seliger, Kel
Relating to certain rate changes by a water and sewer utility.
House: Natural Resources Senate: Natural Resources
Placed on intent calendar
HB 3068 80-0 (2007)
Author: Guillen, RyanSponsor: Zaffirini, Judith
Relating to the authority and responsibilities of certain political subdivisions in relation to development.
House: Border & International Affairs Senate: International Relations & Trade
Statement(s) of vote recorded in Journal
HB 3242 80-0 (2007)
Author: Straus, Joe
Relating to this state's goal for electric energy efficiency.
House: Regulated Industries
Referred to Regulated Industries
HB 3273 80-0 (2007)
Author: Crownover, MyraSponsor: Averitt, Kip
Relating to the powers and duties of the Railroad Commission of Texas; providing an administrative penalty.
House: Energy Resources Senate: Natural Resources
Effective on 9/1/07
HB 3337 80-0 (2007)
Author: Burnam, Lon
Relating to the development and use of a comprehensive energy plan and to a corresponding temporary moratorium on authorizations for certain coal-fired electric generating facilities.
House: Energy Resources
Left pending in committee
HB 3344 80-0 (2007)
Author: Vo, Hubert
Relating to the authority of the Public Utility Commission of Texas in relation to the regulation of the electric power market.
House: Regulated Industries
Referred to Regulated Industries
HB 3782 80-0 (2007)
Author: Krusee, Mike
Relating to the relocation of utility facilities required by improvement of a state highway.
House: Transportation
Laid on the table subject to call
HB 3809 80-0 (2007)
Author: Vaught, Allen
Relating to consolidating energy efficiency programs and fees.
House: Regulated Industries
Referred to Regulated Industries
HB 3817 80-0 (2007)
Author: Vo, Hubert
Relating to disclosure of financial statements and other financial information by retail utility providers.
House: Regulated Industries
Referred to Regulated Industries
HB 3818 80-0 (2007)
Author: Merritt, Tommy
Relating to the creation and operation of the Texas-Louisiana border region economic development steering committee.
House: Border & International Affairs Senate: Business & Commerce
Refer to s/c on Emrg Tech & Econ Dev by Pres
HB 3895 80-0 (2007)
Author: Burnam, Lon
Relating to the interconnection of a customer's renewable energy system to a utility's electric transmission and distribution system.
House: Regulated Industries
Left pending in subcommittee
HB 3961 80-0 (2007)
Author: Turner, Sylvester
Relating to procedures of the Public Utility Commission of Texas with regard to certain transactions.
House: Regulated Industries
Left pending in committee
SB 385 80-0 (2007)
Author: Carona, John
Relating to reimbursement for relocation of utility facilities required by improvements of turnpike projects and toll projects.
Senate: Transportation & Homeland Security
Left pending in committee
SB 688 80-0 (2007)
Author: Shapleigh, EliotSponsor: Quintanilla, Chente
Relating to the area served by certain municipal drainage utility systems.
House: Natural Resources Senate: Intergovernmental Relations
Effective immediately
SB 860 80-0 (2007)
Author: Ellis, Rodney
Relating to a temporary moratorium on authorizations for certain coal-fired electric generating facilities.
Senate: Business & Commerce
Referred to Business & Commerce
SB 1209 80-0 (2007)
Author: Carona, JohnSponsor: Krusee, Mike
Relating to the relocation of utility facilities required by improvement of a state highway.
House: Transportation Senate: Transportation & Homeland Security
Effective immediately
SB 1363 80-0 (2007)
Author: Williams, Tommy
Relating to the operation of all-terrain vehicles in connection with utility work.
Senate: Transportation & Homeland Security
Not again placed on intent calendar
SB 1869 80-0 (2007)
Author: Zaffirini, Judith
Relating to the authority of certain municipalities and counties to regulate subdivisions near an international border.
Senate: International Relations & Trade
Referred to International Relations and Trade
HB 347 79-0 (2005)
Author: Chisum, Warren | et. al.
Relating to the authority of a county to charge a fee for approving and directing the laying of certain pipes or pipelines.
House: Environmental Regulation
Referred to Environmental Regulation
HB 412 79-0 (2005)
Author: Turner, Sylvester | et. al.Sponsor: Van de Putte, Leticia
Relating to the use of credit scoring and credit history by certain telecommunications and electric service providers.
House: Regulated Industries Senate: Business & Commerce
Effective on 9/1/05
HB 471 79-0 (2005)
Author: West, George
Relating to the authority of a gas utility to implement a rate change by posting a bond.
House: Energy Resources
Left pending in committee
HB 474 79-0 (2005)
Author: West, George | et. al.Sponsor: Armbrister, Kenneth
Relating to the duty of a gas utility to report certain transactions to the Railroad Commission of Texas.
House: Energy Resources Senate: Natural Resources
Effective on 9/1/05
HB 554 79-0 (2005)
Author: Turner, Sylvester | et. al.
Relating to the system benefit fund and to eligibility for and enrollment for benefits under the fund.
House: Regulated Industries Senate: Finance
Referred to Finance
HB 821 79-0 (2005)
Author: Keffer, Jim | et. al.
Relating to the regulation of transportation services for natural gas.
House: Energy Resources
Left pending in committee
HB 841 79-0 (2005)
Author: Kolkhorst, LoisSponsor: Wentworth, Jeff
Relating to the rates charged by a municipally owned utility to certain recreational vehicle parks for potable water or wastewater service.
House: Natural Resources Senate: Natural Resources
Effective on 9/1/05
HB 872 79-0 (2005)
Author: West, GeorgeSponsor: Armbrister, Kenneth
Relating to the rates and fees related to pipeline inspection and gas utility services.
House: Energy Resources Senate: Natural Resources
Effective on 9/1/05
HB 951 79-0 (2005)
Author: West, GeorgeSponsor: Seliger, Kel
Relating to certain activities in easements and rights-of-way of pipeline facilities.
House: Energy Resources Senate: Natural Resources
Effective immediately
HB 987 79-0 (2005)
Author: Chisum, Warren
Relating to costs incurred by certain persons in relation to complaints filed with the Railroad Commission of Texas against gas utilities.
House: Energy Resources
Left pending in committee
HB 1002 79-0 (2005)
Author: Flores, Kino
Relating to the exclusion of urban property from irrigation districts and subsequent water use.
House: Natural Resources
Referred to Natural Resources
HB 1083 79-0 (2005)
Author: Martinez Fischer, Trey
Relating to the application of the open meetings law and the public information law to an independent organization established by a power region and certified by the Public Utility Commission.
House: State Affairs
Left pending in committee
HB 1127 79-0 (2005)
Author: Uresti, Carlos
Relating to the application of the public information law to an independent organization established by a power region and certified by the Public Utility Commission.
House: State Affairs
Referred to State Affairs
HB 1227 79-0 (2005)
Author: King, Phil
Relating to authorizing a municipality to require the relocation of a utility facility located in a municipal right-of-way.
House: Regulated Industries
Left pending in committee
HB 1301 79-0 (2005)
Author: Nixon, Joe
Relating to reimbursement of costs incurred in certain proceedings before the Railroad Commission of Texas.
House: Energy Resources
Referred to Energy Resources
HB 1370 79-0 (2005)
Author: Van Arsdale, Corbin
Relating to the liability of excavators for damage to certain underground facilities.
House: Regulated Industries
Left pending in committee
HB 1583 79-0 (2005)
Author: Kolkhorst, LoisSponsor: Armbrister, Kenneth
Relating to the authority of an emergency services district to obtain information to determine whether the district's 9-1-1 emergency service fee is correctly billed, collected, and remitted.
House: Law Enforcement Senate: Business & Commerce
Effective on 9/1/05
HB 1696 79-0 (2005)
Author: Bonnen, Dennis
Relating to the relocation of utility facilities for state highway purposes.
House: Transportation
Left pending in committee
HB 1698 79-0 (2005)
Author: Puente, Robert
Relating to the authority of certain municipal electric utilities to invest funds held in a decommissioning trust.
House: Regulated Industries
Laid on the table subject to call
HB 1766 79-0 (2005)
Author: Keffer, Jim
Relating to exemptions from and reductions to the gas production tax.
House: Ways & Means
Left pending in committee
HB 1779 79-0 (2005)
Author: King, Phil
Relating to the continuation, administration, and operations of the Public Utility Commission of Texas and the Office of Public Utility Counsel.
House: Regulated Industries
Postponed
HB 1923 79-0 (2005)
Author: Crabb, Joe
Relating to nondiscriminatory and competitively neutral treatment of operators of competitive broadband networks by municipalities.
House: Regulated Industries
Referred to Regulated Industries
HB 2047 79-0 (2005)
Author: Puente, Robert
Relating to the regulation of water and sewer utility services.
House: Natural Resources
Left pending in committee
HB 2129 79-0 (2005)
Author: Bonnen, DennisSponsor: Armbrister, Kenneth
Relating to energy-saving measures that reduce the emission of air contaminants.
House: Environmental Regulation Senate: Natural Resources
Effective on 9/1/05
HB 2132 79-0 (2005)
Author: Phillips, Larry
Relating to rates charged for water or sewer services by an entity that takes over a nonfunctioning water or sewer system.
House: Natural Resources
Committee report sent to Calendars
HB 2364 79-0 (2005)
Author: Deshotel, Joe
Relating to requiring an opportunity for a grace period before disconnection from utility services.
House: Regulated Industries
Referred to Regulated Industries
HB 2468 79-0 (2005)
Author: Brown, Fred
Relating to statutory authority to reduce appropriations made by the legislature to certain regulatory entities.
House: Appropriations
Referred to Appropriations
HB 2637 79-0 (2005)
Author: Goodman, Toby
Relating to regulation by the Public Utility Commission of Texas of certain technology, including new or emerging technology.
House: Regulated Industries
Referred to Regulated Industries
HB 2644 79-0 (2005)
Author: Hughes, Bryan | et. al.
Relating to delay in the deregulation of certain electric utilities.
House: Regulated Industries Senate: Business & Commerce
Referred to Business & Commerce
HB 2730 79-0 (2005)
Author: Flores, Kino
Relating to energy conservation and efficiency.
House: Regulated Industries
Referred to Regulated Industries
HB 2986 79-0 (2005)
Author: West, George
Relating to the informal resolution of certain proceedings conducted by the Railroad Commission of Texas.
House: Energy Resources
Postponed
HB 3323 79-0 (2005)
Author: Oliveira, Rene
Relating to the use by electric utilities of credit histories and credit scores in determining rates.
House: Regulated Industries
Referred to Regulated Industries
HB 3460 79-0 (2005)
Author: Baxter, ToddSponsor: Fraser, Troy
Relating to the interest rate to be paid on the deposits made by customers of a water, electric, gas, or telephone utility.
House: Regulated Industries Senate: Business & Commerce
Effective on 9/1/05
HCR 96 79-0 (2005)
Author: West, George
Declaring legislative support for the continued expansion of Texas' energy generation capacity and its leading role in energy generation through the development of liquefied natural gas receiving terminals in the state.
House: Energy Resources Senate: Natural Resources
Referred to Natural Resources
HCR 225 79-0 (2005)
Author: West, GeorgeSponsor: Nelson, Jane
Recalling H.B. No. 872 from the Secretary of the Senate.
Signed by the Governor
HCR 227 79-0 (2005)
Author: West, George
Recalling H.B. No. 872 from the senate to the house for further consideration.
Filed
HCR 247 79-0 (2005)
Author: Homer, Mark
Instructing the enrolling clerk of the house to make corrections to H.B. No. 2129.
Filed
SB 297 79-0 (2005)
Author: Wentworth, Jeff
Relating to the rates charged by a municipally owned utility to certain recreational vehicle parks for potable water or wastewater service.
House: Natural Resources Senate: Natural Resources
Referred to Natural Resources
SB 351 79-0 (2005)
Author: Van de Putte, Leticia | et. al.
Relating to the use of credit scoring and credit history by certain telecommunications and electric service providers.
Senate: Business & Commerce
Co-author authorized
SB 408 79-0 (2005)
Author: Nelson, JaneSponsor: King, Phil
Relating to the continuation and functions of the Public Utility Commission of Texas; providing a penalty.
House: Regulated Industries Senate: Government Organization
Effective on 9/1/05
SB 409 79-0 (2005)
Author: Nelson, JaneSponsor: King, Phil
Relating to the continuation and functions of the Office of Public Utility Counsel.
House: Regulated Industries Senate: Government Organization
Effective on 9/1/05
SB 425 79-0 (2005)
Author: Hinojosa, Juan | et. al.Sponsor: Luna, Vilma | et. al.
Relating to subdivision platting requirements and assistance for certain counties near an international border.
House: Border & International Affairs Senate: Intergovernmental Relations
Effective on 9/1/05
SB 765 79-0 (2005)
Author: Armbrister, Kenneth
Relating to the regulation of water and sewer utility services.
Senate: Natural Resources
Left pending in committee
SB 949 79-0 (2005)
Author: Armbrister, Kenneth
Relating to the informal resolution of certain proceedings conducted by the Railroad Commission of Texas.
Senate: Natural Resources
Not again placed on intent calendar
SB 1063 79-0 (2005)
Author: Staples, ToddSponsor: Berman, Leo
Relating to the rates of certain retail public utilities.
House: Natural Resources Senate: Natural Resources
Effective on 9/1/05
SB 1064 79-0 (2005)
Author: Staples, ToddSponsor: Van Arsdale, Corbin | et. al.
Relating to rate changes by a water and sewer utility.
House: Natural Resources Senate: Natural Resources
Committee report sent to Calendars
SB 1169 79-0 (2005)
Author: Armbrister, Kenneth
Relating to the authority and financing of the Railroad Commission of Texas in relation to gas utilities.
Senate: Natural Resources
No action taken in committee
SB 1172 79-0 (2005)
Author: Armbrister, Kenneth
Relating to energy conservation and efficiency.
Senate: Business & Commerce
Referred to Business & Commerce
SB 1344 79-0 (2005)
Author: Carona, John
Relating to investment in research and development by utilities of the state of Texas.
Senate: Business & Commerce
Referred to Business & Commerce
SB 1464 79-0 (2005)
Author: Van de Putte, LeticiaSponsor: Puente, Robert
Relating to funds to be used for nuclear decommissioning purposes by electric utilities.
House: Regulated Industries Senate: Business & Commerce
Effective on 9/1/05
SB 1615 79-0 (2005)
Author: Ogden, Steve
Relating to statutory authority to reduce appropriations made by the legislature to certain regulatory entities.
Senate: Finance
Referred to Finance
SB 1735 79-0 (2005)
Author: Shapleigh, EliotSponsor: Corte, Jr., Frank
Relating to benefits and rights for certain members of the Texas National Guard and armed forces of the United States.
House: Defense Affairs & State-Federal Relations Senate: Veteran Affairs & Military Installations
Committee report sent to Calendars
SB 1747 79-0 (2005)
Author: Fraser, Troy
Relating to the interest rate to be paid on utility deposits.
House: Regulated Industries Senate: Business & Commerce
Meeting cancelled
SB 1755 79-0 (2005)
Author: Eltife, Kevin
Relating to costs incurred by certain persons in relation to complaints filed with the Railroad Commission of Texas against gas utilities.
Senate: Business & Commerce
Referred to Business & Commerce
SB 1794 79-0 (2005)
Author: Armbrister, Kenneth
Relating to suspending the implementation of certain gas utilities' interim cost recovery and rate adjustments.
House: Regulated Industries Senate: Natural Resources
Left pending in committee
HB 46 78-0 (2003)
Author: Turner, Sylvester | et. al.
Relating to the continuance of the Telecommunications Infrastructure Fund Board and the limitation on deposits to the telecommunications infrastructure fund.
House: Regulated Industries
Referred to Regulated Industries
HB 158 78-0 (2003)
Author: Krusee, Mike | et. al.
Relating to the authority of the Texas Department of Transportation to charge a fee for transportation of utility service and placement of facilities along the Trans-Texas Corridor.
House: Transportation
Referred to Transportation
HB 159 78-0 (2003)
Author: Krusee, Mike | et. al.
Relating to the authority of the Texas Department of Transportation or a regional mobility authority to purchase or condemn real property for the Trans-Texas Corridor.
House: Transportation
Referred to Transportation
HB 187 78-0 (2003)
Author: King, Phil
Relating to the authority of the Texas Department of Transportation to charge a fee for transportation of utility service and placement of facilities along the Trans-Texas Corridor.
House: Transportation
Referred to Transportation
HB 188 78-0 (2003)
Author: King, Phil
Relating to the authority of the Texas Department of Transportation to purchase or condemn real property for the Trans-Texas Corridor.
House: Transportation
Referred to Transportation
HB 592 78-0 (2003)
Author: Dukes, Dawnna
Relating to energy efficiency programs developed by the energy office.
House: Energy Resources
Left pending in committee
HB 835 78-0 (2003)
Author: Rodriguez, Eddie | et. al.
Relating to the membership of the board of directors of the Texas Underground Facility Notification Corporation.
House: Regulated Industries
Considered in Calendars
HB 1193 78-0 (2003)
Author: West, GeorgeSponsor: Armbrister, Kenneth
Relating to the annual gas utility report made by the Railroad Commission of Texas to the governor.
House: Energy Resources Senate: Natural Resources
Effective immediately
HB 1575 78-0 (2003)
Author: Ritter, AllanSponsor: Lucio, Jr., Eddie
Relating to cost-based transportation rates for natural gas.
House: Energy Resources Senate: Natural Resources
Effective immediately
HB 1586 78-0 (2003)
Author: Baxter, Todd
Relating to excepting from required public disclosure under the public information law the assessments of a utility's vulnerability to intentional acts of harm.
House: State Affairs
Left pending in committee
HB 1624 78-0 (2003)
Author: Flores, Kino
Relating to the exclusion of urban property from irrigation districts and subsequent water use.
House: Natural Resources
Referred to Natural Resources
HB 1688 78-0 (2003)
Author: Phillips, Larry
Relating to the collection of the costs of providing certain notice related to registered sex offenders.
House: Law Enforcement
Referred to Law Enforcement
HB 1931 78-0 (2003)
Author: Capelo, Jaime | et. al.Sponsor: Williams, Tommy
Relating to pipeline safety emergency response plans and the requirements governing notification of pipeline construction and operation.
House: Energy Resources Senate: Natural Resources
Effective immediately
HB 1942 78-0 (2003)
Author: West, George
Relating to incentives to encourage gas utilities to invest in new infrastructure.
House: Regulated Industries
Considered in Calendars
HB 1948 78-0 (2003)
Author: Baxter, Todd | et. al.Sponsor: Fraser, Troy
Relating to the membership of the electric utility restructuring legislative oversight committee.
House: Regulated Industries Senate: State Affairs
Effective immediately
HB 1960 78-0 (2003)
Author: Chisum, Warren
Relating to authorizing the Texas Commission on Environmental Quality to enter into voluntary emissions reduction agreements with owners of stationary sources or groups of stationary sources.
House: Environmental Regulation
Committee report sent to Calendars
HB 1974 78-0 (2003)
Author: Turner, Sylvester
Relating to access by the Office of Public Utility Counsel to records gathered by the Public Utility Commission of Texas.
House: Regulated Industries
Left pending in committee
HB 2006 78-0 (2003)
Author: Jones, Elizabeth | et. al.Sponsor: Fraser, Troy
Relating to the construction and maintenance of utility, common carrier, cable operator, and energy transporter facilities along, over, under, or across a railroad right-of-way.
House: Energy Resources Senate: Infrastructure Development and Security
Effective on 9/1/03
HB 2187 78-0 (2003)
Author: Rodriguez, Eddie
Relating to requiring a residential landlord to provide notice to certain tenants regarding the interruption of utilities in certain circumstances.
House: Business & Industry
Referred to Business & Industry
HB 2357 78-0 (2003)
Author: Deshotel, Joe
Relating to stating the amount of a franchise fee for the provision of electric energy services on a customer's bill.
House: Regulated Industries
Meeting cancelled
HB 2367 78-0 (2003)
Author: Hardcastle, Rick
Relating to customers of the state power program.
House: Regulated Industries
Left pending in committee
HB 2388 78-0 (2003)
Author: Cook, RobertSponsor: Armbrister, Kenneth
Relating to the late payment of certain submetered or allocated water bills and the use of certain submetering equipment.
House: Business & Industry Senate: Natural Resources
Effective on 9/1/03
HB 2596 78-0 (2003)
Author: Homer, Mark
Relating to the abolishment of the Public Utility Commission of Texas and to the transfer of its powers and duties to the Railroad Commission of Texas.
House: Government Reform
Referred to Government Reform
HB 2846 78-0 (2003)
Author: Farabee, DavidSponsor: Fraser, Troy
Relating to the authority of the State Office of Administrative Hearings to conduct certain hearings over which the Railroad Commission of Texas has jurisdiction.
House: Energy Resources Senate: Natural Resources
Effective immediately
HB 2878 78-0 (2003)
Author: Bonnen, Dennis
Relating to transportation rates between a gas utility or municipally owned utility and a state agency.
House: Environmental Regulation
Left pending in committee
HB 3034 78-0 (2003)
Author: Ellis, DanSponsor: Armbrister, Kenneth
Relating to the rates of certain retail public utilities.
House: Natural Resources Senate: Business & Commerce
Effective immediately
HB 3066 78-0 (2003)
Author: Bailey, Kevin
Relating to energy purchased for charging an energy storage facility.
House: Regulated Industries
Left pending in committee
HB 3271 78-0 (2003)
Author: Gallego, Pete
Relating to development and promotion of renewable energy generation from renewable and distributed electric generation technologies.
House: Regulated Industries
Left pending in committee
HB 3357 78-0 (2003)
Author: Telford, Barry
Relating to investigation by the Public Utility Commission of Texas of financial solvency of a privately-held incumbent local exchange company.
House: Regulated Industries
Referred to Regulated Industries
HB 3367 78-0 (2003)
Author: Puente, Robert
Relating to requiring water utilities to adopt water rates that encourage conservation and dedicating revenue for conservation programs.
House: Natural Resources
Referred to Natural Resources
HB 3444 78-0 (2003)
Author: Hughes, Bryan
Relating to gas transportation service for a state agency.
House: Energy Resources
Scheduled for public hearing on . . . .
HB 3537 78-0 (2003)
Author: Laubenberg, Jodie | et. al.
Relating to providing water services within the extraterritorial jurisdiction or ultimate planning boundaries of municipalities.
House: Natural Resources
No action taken in committee
HB 3538 78-0 (2003)
Author: Laubenberg, Jodie | et. al.
Relating to appraisals acquired by municipalities from rural water supply corporations.
House: Natural Resources
No action taken in committee
HJR 1 78-0 (2003)
Author: Puente, Robert
Proposing a constitutional amendment allowing the expenditure of motor vehicle fuel taxes and registration fees for rights-of-way for railroads and utilities.
House: Transportation
Postponed
SB 124 78-0 (2003)
Author: Shapleigh, Eliot | et. al.
Relating to the continuance of the Telecommunications Infrastructure Fund Board and the limitation on deposits to the telecommunications infrastructure fund.
Senate: Finance
Left pending in committee
SB 146 78-0 (2003)
Author: Estes, Craig | et. al.Sponsor: Phillips, Larry
Relating to procedural and registration requirements for certain sex offenders.
House: Law Enforcement Senate: Criminal Justice
Effective on 9/1/03
SB 302 78-0 (2003)
Author: Brimer, Kim
Relating to the collection of the costs of providing certain notice related to registered sex offenders.
Senate: Criminal Justice
Referred to Criminal Justice
SB 326 78-0 (2003)
Author: Shapleigh, Eliot
Relating to the regulation of certain sales of water to be transported by pipeline.
Senate: Natural Resources
Referred to Natural Resources
SB 487 78-0 (2003)
Author: Ogden, SteveSponsor: Krusee, Mike
Relating to the relocation of utilities required for the improvement of the state highway system.
House: Transportation Senate: Infrastructure Development and Security
Effective immediately
SB 508 78-0 (2003)
Author: Ellis, Rodney
Relating to planning and reporting requirements for gas utilities regarding workforce diversity and opportunities for small and historically underutilized businesses.
Senate: State Affairs
Referred to State Affairs
SB 647 78-0 (2003)
Author: Wentworth, Jeff
Relating to excepting from required public disclosure under the public information law the assessments of a utility's vulnerability to intentional acts of harm.
Senate: Infrastructure Development and Security
Left pending in subcommittee
SB 839 78-0 (2003)
Author: Duncan, Robert
Relating to gas transportation service for a state agency.
Senate: State Affairs
No action taken in committee
SB 907 78-0 (2003)
Author: Lindsay, Jon
Relating to the relocation of utility facilities on certain state highway contracts.
Senate: Infrastructure Development and Security
Referred to Infrastructure Dev & Security
SB 914 78-0 (2003)
Author: Fraser, Troy
Relating to the construction and maintenance of utility, common carrier, and energy transporter facilities along, over, under, or across a railroad right-of-way.
Senate: Infrastructure Development and Security
Referred to Infrastructure Dev & Security
SB 947 78-0 (2003)
Author: Hinojosa, Juan
Relating to the exclusion of urban property from irrigation districts and subsequent water use.
Senate: Natural Resources
Referred to Natural Resources
SB 951 78-0 (2003)
Author: Whitmire, John
Relating to use of regional notification centers to provide underground facility notification before excavation.
Senate: Infrastructure Development and Security
Referred to Infrastructure Dev & Security
SB 1104 78-0 (2003)
Author: Fraser, Troy
Relating to the composition of the electric utility restructuring legislative oversight committee.
Senate: State Affairs
Referred to State Affairs
SB 1197 78-0 (2003)
Author: Hinojosa, Juan
Relating to access by the Office of Public Utility Counsel to records gathered by the Public Utility Commission of Texas.
Senate: Business & Commerce
Referred to Business & Commerce
SB 1201 78-0 (2003)
Author: Lucio, Jr., Eddie
Relating to customers of the state power program.
Senate: Natural Resources
Referred to Natural Resources
SB 1208 78-0 (2003)
Author: Lucio, Jr., Eddie
Relating to cost based transportation rates for natural gas.
Senate: Natural Resources
Referred to Natural Resources
SB 1271 78-0 (2003)
Author: Armbrister, KennethSponsor: West, George | et. al.
Relating to incentives to encourage gas utilities to invest in new infrastructure.
House: Regulated Industries Senate: Natural Resources
Effective on 9/1/03
SB 1438 78-0 (2003)
Author: Duncan, Robert | et. al.
Relating to costs incurred by certain persons in relation to complaints filed with the Railroad Commission of Texas against gas utilities.
Senate: Natural Resources
Left pending in committee
SJR 31 78-0 (2003)
Author: Wentworth, Jeff
Proposing a constitutional amendment allowing the expenditure of motor vehicle fuel taxes and registration fees for rights-of-way for railroads and utilities.
Senate: Infrastructure Development and Security
Referred to Infrastructure Dev & Security
HB 49 78-1 (2003)
Author: Hughes, Bryan
Relating to gas transportation service for a state agency.
House: Energy Resources
Referred to Energy Resources
HB 62 78-1 (2003)
Author: Cook, Robert
Relating to energy and water conservation by state agencies.
House: Government Reform Senate: Government Organization
Referred to Government Organization
HB 125 78-1 (2003)
Author: Hughes, Bryan
Relating to the provision of water service, sewer service, and wastewater treatment service.
House: Natural Resources
Referred to Natural Resources
HB 16 78-3 (2003)
Author: Swinford, David
Relating to financing certain capital expenditures of state agencies with savings from utility cost savings contracts.
House: Government Reform
Referred to Government Reform
HB 472 77-0 (2001)
Author: Solomons, Burt | et. al.Sponsor: Shapleigh, Eliot
Relating to the regulation of telemarketing solicitation; providing penalties.
House: Business & Industry Senate: Business & Commerce
See remarks for effective date
HB 484 77-0 (2001)
Author: Craddick, Tom
Relating to emergency response preparations for pipeline transportation of hazardous liquids, carbon dioxide, or natural gas.
House: Energy Resources Senate: Natural Resources
Referred to Natural Resources
HB 517 77-0 (2001)
Author: Turner, Bob
Relating to testing natural gas piping in certain school facilities.
House: Energy Resources
Referred to Energy Resources
HB 524 77-0 (2001)
Author: Bailey, Kevin
Relating to the provision of water and sewer service in populous counties; providing a penalty.
House: Natural Resources
Referred to Natural Resources
HB 610 77-0 (2001)
Author: Turner, Bob
Relating to theft of retail water utility service.
House: Natural Resources
Referred to Natural Resources
HB 622 77-0 (2001)
Author: Lewis, Ron | et. al.
Relating to financing rural water projects.
House: Natural Resources Senate: Natural Resources
Referred to Natural Resources
HB 701 77-0 (2001)
Author: Najera, Manny
Relating to certain fees imposed by the Lower Valley Water District.
House: Land & Resource Management
Left pending in committee
HB 724 77-0 (2001)
Author: Turner, Sylvester
Relating to the transfer of the Texas Natural Resource Conservation Commission's powers and duties regarding water rates and services to the Public Utility Commission of Texas.
House: Environmental Regulation
Left pending in committee
HB 1281 77-0 (2001)
Author: Counts, David | et. al.Sponsor: Wentworth, Jeff
Relating to water utility services, rates, and tariffs.
House: Natural Resources Senate: Natural Resources
Committee report printed and distributed
HB 1300 77-0 (2001)
Author: Gray, Patricia
Relating to a requirement that certain utilities provide customers with toll-free telephone numbers for certain purposes.
House: State Affairs
Left pending in committee
HB 1400 77-0 (2001)
Author: Brimer, Kim
Relating to the regulation of cable television companies and cable television services; providing administrative penalties.
House: State Affairs
Referred to State Affairs
HB 1494 77-0 (2001)
Author: Gray, Patricia
Relating to the collection of solid waste disposal service fees by a county or by certain public or private entities contracting with a county.
House: Environmental Regulation
Left pending in committee
HB 1669 77-0 (2001)
Author: Turner, BobSponsor: Cain, David
Relating to the duties of an operator of an underground facility and of an excavator regarding marking of the location of an underground facility.
House: Public Safety Senate: State Affairs
Effective on . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
HB 1902 77-0 (2001)
Author: Turner, SylvesterSponsor: Sibley, David
Relating to school funding loss attributable to electric utility restructuring and the use of the system benefit fund.
House: Appropriations Senate: Business & Commerce
Effective on 9/1/01
HB 1912 77-0 (2001)
Author: Capelo, Jaime | et. al.Sponsor: West, Royce
Relating to the authority of a municipality to impose and use utility fees for certain disabled access improvements.
House: Urban Affairs Senate: Intergovernmental Relations
Record vote
HB 2033 77-0 (2001)
Author: Pitts, JimSponsor: Lucio, Jr., Eddie
Relating to requiring notice to purchasers of real property located in a certificated service area of a utility service provider regarding the cost or availability of water or sewer service.
House: Business & Industry Senate: Natural Resources
Effective on 9/1/01
HB 2040 77-0 (2001)
Author: Hawley, JudySponsor: Zaffirini, Judith
Relating to defense base development authorities created by certain municipalities.
House: State, Federal & International Relations Senate: Veteran Affairs & Military Installations
Effective immediately
HB 2117 77-0 (2001)
Author: Walker, Gary
Relating to the imposition by a municipality of a moratorium on property development in certain circumstances.
House: Land & Resource Management
Laid on the table subject to call
HB 2151 77-0 (2001)
Author: Danburg, Debra
Relating to the authority of local governments to aggregate, purchase, and sell energy and natural gas.
House: State Affairs
Left pending in committee
HB 2175 77-0 (2001)
Author: Hochberg, ScottSponsor: Ellis, Rodney
Relating to an exemption from ad valorem taxation of property owned by nonprofit corporations that provide chilled water and steam to certain health-related institutions of this state.
House: Ways & Means Senate: Intergovernmental Relations
Committee report printed and distributed
HB 2231 77-0 (2001)
Author: Turner, Sylvester
Relating to the acquisition of certain water utilities by a municipality.
House: Natural Resources
Referred to Natural Resources
HB 2391 77-0 (2001)
Author: Turner, BobSponsor: Cain, David
Relating to fees, penalties, and training courses relating to notification of underground excavation.
House: Public Safety Senate: State Affairs
Effective on 9/1/01
HB 2404 77-0 (2001)
Author: Lewis, RonSponsor: Brown, J. E.
Relating to the submetering and allocation of water service in apartment houses, manufactured home rental communities, condominiums, and other multiple use facilities.
House: Natural Resources Senate: Natural Resources
Effective on 9/1/01
HB 2718 77-0 (2001)
Author: Lewis, RonSponsor: Armbrister, Kenneth
Relating to the recovery of certain relocation costs by a gas utility.
House: Energy Resources Senate: Natural Resources
Effective on 9/1/01
HB 2806 77-0 (2001)
Author: Kitchen, Ann | et. al.Sponsor: Barrientos, Gonzalo
Relating to disconnection of natural gas service.
House: Energy Resources Senate: Natural Resources
Effective on 9/1/01
HB 2839 77-0 (2001)
Author: Dukes, DawnnaSponsor: Carona, John
Relating to energy efficiency programs developed by the energy office.
House: Energy Resources Senate: State Affairs
Vetoed by the Governor
HB 3034 77-0 (2001)
Author: Najera, MannySponsor: Shapleigh, Eliot
Relating to certain fees imposed by the Lower Valley Water District.
House: Land & Resource Management Senate: Natural Resources
Effective immediately
HB 3158 77-0 (2001)
Author: Bonnen, Dennis
Relating to granting a certificate of public convenience and necessity for water utility service.
House: Natural Resources
Referred to Natural Resources
HB 3353 77-0 (2001)
Author: Turner, Bob
Relating to excavation operations and underground facility damage prevention.
House: Public Safety
Referred to Public Safety
HB 3429 77-0 (2001)
Author: Merritt, Tommy
Relating to a transfer of the Railroad Commission of Texas' powers and duties regarding regulation of gas utilities to the Public Utility Commission of Texas.
House: Energy Resources
Referred to Energy Resources
HB 3435 77-0 (2001)
Author: Merritt, Tommy
Relating to mandatory extended area service in certain exchanges.
House: State Affairs
No action taken in committee
HB 3541 77-0 (2001)
Author: Howard, Charlie
Relating to the repair of damage to facilities of water districts within public rights-of-way.
House: Natural Resources
Referred to Natural Resources
HB 3545 77-0 (2001)
Author: Chisum, Warren
Relating to the requirement of obtaining a permit for the emission of air contaminants for certain facilities and the fees for which such facilities are liable.
House: Environmental Regulation
Left pending in committee
HB 3553 77-0 (2001)
Author: Raymond, Richard
Relating to the authority of a municipality to charge certain political subdivisions a franchise fee.
House: Land & Resource Management
Referred to Land and Resource Management
HB 3604 77-0 (2001)
Author: Najera, MannySponsor: Shapleigh, Eliot
Relating to the requirements for the connection of land to utility service in certain subdivisions in certain counties.
House: Land & Resource Management Senate: Intergovernmental Relations
Effective on 9/1/01
HB 3609 77-0 (2001)
Author: Davis, Yvonne
Relating to the sales and use tax exemption for gas and electricity.
House: Ways & Means
No action taken in committee
HCR 315 77-0 (2001)
Author: Turner, BobSponsor: Zaffirini, Judith
Instructing the enrolling clerk of the house to make a technical correction to H.B. No. 2040.
Signed by the Governor
HR 359 77-0 (2001)
Author: Christian, Wayne | et. al.
Encouraging natural gas and energy suppliers to negotiate with agricultural producers to prevent disruption of utility services.
House: Energy Resources
Reported enrolled
SB 67 77-0 (2001)
Author: Moncrief, Mike
Relating to a requirement that cable companies provide notice of severe weather warnings.
Senate: Business & Commerce
Referred to Business & Commerce
SB 191 77-0 (2001)
Author: Lucio, Jr., Eddie
Relating to the applicability of subdivision platting requirements in a county near an international border.
Senate: Intergovernmental Relations
Referred to Intergovernmental Relations
SB 244 77-0 (2001)
Author: Shapleigh, Eliot
Relating to the regulation of telemarketing; providing penalties.
Senate: Business & Commerce
Referred to Business & Commerce
SB 295 77-0 (2001)
Author: West, Royce
Relating to certain limitations on discontinuance of basic local telecommunications service.
Senate: Business & Commerce
Referred to Business & Commerce
SB 352 77-0 (2001)
Author: Truan, Carlos | et. al.Sponsor: Gray, Patricia | et. al.
Relating to the collection of solid waste disposal service fees by a county or by certain public or private entities contracting with a county.
House: Environmental Regulation Senate: Natural Resources
Effective on 1/1/02
SB 662 77-0 (2001)
Author: Van de Putte, Leticia
Relating to combining the office of public insurance counsel, the Office of Public Utility Counsel, and the office of public interest counsel of the Texas Natural Resource Conservation Commission into a single independent office of public interest counsel; providing a penalty.
Senate: State Affairs
Referred to State Affairs
SB 958 77-0 (2001)
Author: Brown, J. E.
Relating to testing natural gas piping in certain school facilities.
Senate: Education
Referred to Education
SB 980 77-0 (2001)
Author: Carona, JohnSponsor: Walker, Gary
Relating to the imposition by a municipality of a moratorium on property development in certain circumstances.
House: Land & Resource Management Senate: Business & Commerce
Effective on 9/1/01
SB 996 77-0 (2001)
Author: Lindsay, Jon
Relating to the authority of local governments to aggregate, purchase, and sell energy and natural gas.
Senate: Business & Commerce
Referred to Business & Commerce
SB 1116 77-0 (2001)
Author: Armbrister, Kenneth
Relating to the responsibility for and allocation of renewable energy resources by a generation and transmission electric cooperative.
House: State Affairs Senate: Business & Commerce
Left pending in committee
SB 1122 77-0 (2001)
Author: Armbrister, Kenneth
Relating to the authority of utilities to deny or limit service as a condition of compliance with the federal Endangered Species Act of 1973.
House: Land & Resource Management Senate: Business & Commerce
Referred to Land and Resource Management
SB 1174 77-0 (2001)
Author: Wentworth, JeffSponsor: Turner, Bob
Relating to the punishment for the offense of criminal mischief involving a public water supply.
House: Criminal Jurisprudence Senate: Criminal Justice
Effective on 9/1/01
SB 1189 77-0 (2001)
Author: Ellis, RodneySponsor: Hochberg, Scott
Relating to an exemption from ad valorem taxation of property owned by nonprofit corporations that provide chilled water and steam to certain health-related institutions of this state.
House: Ways & Means Senate: Intergovernmental Relations
Effective immediately
SB 1330 77-0 (2001)
Author: Brown, J. E.
Relating to the submetering and allocation of water service in apartment houses, manufactured home rental communities, condominiums, and other multiple use facilities.
House: Natural Resources Senate: Natural Resources
Referred to Natural Resources
SB 1652 77-0 (2001)
Author: Bernsen, David
Relating to the funding and operation of certain emergency management and disaster relief programs.
Senate: Finance
Left pending in committee
HB 52 76-0 (1999)
Author: Cuellar, Henry | et. al.Sponsor: Lucio, Jr., Eddie
Relating to the expansion of subdivision requirements in counties near an international border and the establishment of a county planning commission in those counties to regulate subdivision platting and development.
House: Land & Resource Management Senate: Border Affairs - Special
No action taken in committee
HB 78 76-0 (1999)
Author: Gallego, Pete
Relating to the appropriate mix of resources of an electric utility.
House: State Affairs
Left pending in committee
HB 260 76-0 (1999)
Author: Maxey, Glen
Relating to providing protection from retaliation for reporting a violation of certain laws by employees of water or sewer service systems.
House: Business & Industry
Statement(s) of vote recorded in Journal
HB 515 76-0 (1999)
Author: Gray, Patricia
Relating to the funding and operation of certain emergency management and disaster relief programs.
House: Public Safety
Reported favorably as amended
HB 537 76-0 (1999)
Author: Danburg, Debra | et. al.Sponsor: Barrientos, Gonzalo
Relating to telephone solicitation; providing penalties.
House: Business & Industry Senate: Economic Development
Left pending in committee
HB 543 76-0 (1999)
Author: Reyna, Elvira | et. al.
Relating to the designation of a person to receive notice of utility service connections.
House: Natural Resources
Referred to Natural Resources
HB 603 76-0 (1999)
Author: Siebert, Bill | et. al.
Relating to the abolition of the Public Utility Commission of Texas and to the transfer of its powers and duties to the Railroad Commission of Texas.
House: State Affairs
Referred to State Affairs
HB 630 76-0 (1999)
Author: Gallego, Pete
Relating to the purposes and powers of an electric cooperative corporation serving a border county.
House: State Affairs
Left pending in committee
HB 818 76-0 (1999)
Author: Maxey, Glen
Relating to requiring a residential landlord to provide notice to tenants regarding the interruption of utilities in certain circumstances.
House: Business & Industry
No action taken in committee
HB 856 76-0 (1999)
Author: Lewis, RonSponsor: Bernsen, David
Relating to exempting certain persons from the safety belt law.
House: Transportation Senate: State Affairs
Effective on 9/1/99
HB 1062 76-0 (1999)
Author: Cook, Robert | et. al.
Relating to the provision of electric transmission services by a river authority.
House: State Affairs
Left pending in committee
HB 1289 76-0 (1999)
Author: Cook, Robert | et. al.Sponsor: Brown, J. E.
Relating to the regulation of gas utilities organized as limited liability companies.
House: Energy Resources Senate: Natural Resources
Effective immediately
HB 1303 76-0 (1999)
Author: Gray, PatriciaSponsor: Jackson, Mike
Relating to the authority of the San Leon Municipal Utility District of Galveston County to install and assess for street lighting.
House: Natural Resources Senate: Natural Resources
Effective on 9/1/99
HB 1304 76-0 (1999)
Author: Gray, PatriciaSponsor: Jackson, Mike
Relating to the authority of the Bacliff Municipal Utility District of Galveston County to install and assess for street lighting.
House: Natural Resources Senate: Natural Resources
Effective on 9/1/99
HB 1362 76-0 (1999)
Author: Clark, RonSponsor: Ogden, Steve
Relating to the selection of appraisers for the determination of compensation paid to certain retail public utilities.
House: Land & Resource Management Senate: Intergovernmental Relations
Effective on 9/1/99
HB 1463 76-0 (1999)
Author: Clark, Ron | et. al.
Relating to the provision of water or sewer service by a municipality outside the territory of the municipality.
House: Land & Resource Management
Considered in Calendars
HB 1573 76-0 (1999)
Author: Bailey, Kevin
Relating to the provision of water and sewer service in the unincorporated area of a populous county; authorizing the issuance of county bonds.
House: Natural Resources Senate: Natural Resources
Referred to Natural Resources
HB 1588 76-0 (1999)
Author: Hope, RubenSponsor: Nixon, Drew
Relating to providing notification of utility service connections to appraisal and emergency communication districts.
House: County Affairs Senate: Intergovernmental Relations
Effective on 9/1/99
HB 1625 76-0 (1999)
Author: Pitts, JimSponsor: Armbrister, Kenneth
Relating to the investment of funds of a nonprofit water supply or sewer service corporation.
House: Natural Resources Senate: Natural Resources
Effective immediately
HB 1674 76-0 (1999)
Author: Denny, Mary
Relating to procedures for annual and special meetings of nonprofit water supply and sewer service corporations.
House: Natural Resources
Companion considered in lieu of in committee
HB 1985 76-0 (1999)
Author: Lewis, RonSponsor: Armbrister, Kenneth
Relating to recovery of certain relocation costs by a gas utility.
House: Energy Resources Senate: Natural Resources
Effective on 9/1/99
HB 1988 76-0 (1999)
Author: Averitt, Kip
Relating to powers of certain nonprofit cooperative corporations.
House: Business & Industry
Referred to Business & Industry
HB 1989 76-0 (1999)
Author: Hardcastle, Rick
Relating to certain transactions by a gas utility.
House: Energy Resources
Companion considered in lieu of in committee
HB 2214 76-0 (1999)
Author: Olivo, Dora
Relating to the authority of a county to operate a water or sewer utility system; granting the power of eminent domain.
House: County Affairs
Laid on the table subject to call
HB 2308 76-0 (1999)
Author: Hawley, Judy
Relating to services of a gas utility provided to a school district.
House: Energy Resources
Laid on the table subject to call
HB 2447 76-0 (1999)
Author: Counts, DavidSponsor: Duncan, Robert
Relating to the authority of the Colorado River Municipal Water District to generate, purchase, and sell water power and electric energy and to acquire and dispose of facilities for those purposes.
House: Natural Resources Senate: Natural Resources
Left pending in committee
HB 2600 76-0 (1999)
Author: Dukes, Dawnna
Relating to energy efficiency programs developed by the energy office.
House: Energy Resources
Left pending in committee
HB 2685 76-0 (1999)
Author: Coleman, GarnetSponsor: Brown, J. E.
Relating to the execution of credit agreements and issuance of anticipation notes by certain school districts.
House: Public Education Senate: Education
Effective on 9/1/99
HB 2796 76-0 (1999)
Author: Alexander, Clyde
Relating to the regulation of water utilities.
House: Natural Resources
Referred to Natural Resources
HB 2898 76-0 (1999)
Author: Coleman, GarnetSponsor: Whitmire, John
Relating to the execution of credit agreements and issuance of obligations by certain political subdivisions.
House: Urban Affairs Senate: Intergovernmental Relations
Effective on 9/1/99
HB 2931 76-0 (1999)
Author: Cook, Robert
Relating to submetered and nonsubmetered water utility service provided to residents of manufactured home rental communities.
House: Natural Resources
Laid on the table subject to call
HB 3137 76-0 (1999)
Author: Brown, Fred
Relating to the provision of retail water and sewer service by a utility owned or operated by a municipality in certain territories of the municipality.
House: Land & Resource Management
Referred to Land and Resource Management
HB 3187 76-0 (1999)
Author: Longoria, John
Relating to the role of utilities in the administration and funding of energy efficiency related customer programs.
House: State Affairs
Left pending in committee
HB 3188 76-0 (1999)
Author: Longoria, John
Relating to monitoring and regulation of electric utilities in the provision of energy efficiency products and services.
House: State Affairs
Left pending in committee
HB 3203 76-0 (1999)
Author: Danburg, Debra
Relating to limitations placed on utilities with regard to its activities, relationship, and interaction with competitive affiliates.
House: State Affairs
Reported favorably as substituted
HB 3222 76-0 (1999)
Author: Gallego, Pete
Relating to Internet access in rural areas.
House: State Affairs
Referred to State Affairs
HB 3608 76-0 (1999)
Author: Burnam, Lon
Relating to the imposition of a tax on the purchase of coal in this state by a public utility; providing penalties.
House: Ways & Means
Left pending in committee
HB 3718 76-0 (1999)
Author: Merritt, Tommy
Relating to creating a code of conduct for companies providing retail electric, gas, and other end-use fuels; providing enforcement and administrative penalties.
House: State Affairs
Referred to State Affairs
HB 3721 76-0 (1999)
Author: Bailey, Kevin
Relating to the powers and duties of the Office of Public Utility Counsel to represent certain persons in certain proceedings.
House: State Affairs
Left pending in committee
HB 3723 76-0 (1999)
Author: Bailey, Kevin
Relating to required reporting of certain transactions of certain telecommunications utilities to the Public Utility Commission of Texas.
House: State Affairs
Left pending in committee
HB 3753 76-0 (1999)
Author: Lewis, Ron
Relating to registering pipeline operators with the Railroad Commission of Texas.
House: Energy Resources
Companion considered in lieu of in committee
SB 7 76-0 (1999)
Author: Sibley, David | et. al.Sponsor: Wolens, Steven
Relating to electric utility restructuring and to the powers and duties of the Public Utility Commission of Texas, Office of Public Utility Counsel, and Texas Natural Resource Conservation Commission; providing penalties.
House: State Affairs Senate: Electric Utility Restructuring - Special
Effective on 9/1/99
SB 120 76-0 (1999)
Author: Barrientos, Gonzalo | et. al.
Relating to telephone solicitation; providing penalties.
Senate: Economic Development
Co-author authorized
SB 144 76-0 (1999)
Author: Nelson, JaneSponsor: Reyna, Elvira
Relating to the designation of a person to receive notice of utility service connections.
House: Natural Resources Senate: Natural Resources
Effective immediately
SB 168 76-0 (1999)
Author: Armbrister, Kenneth
Relating to the provision of electric transmission services by a river authority.
House: State Affairs Senate: Economic Development
Referred to State Affairs
SB 300 76-0 (1999)
Author: Truan, Carlos
Relating to the use by political subdivisions that receive state financial assistance for water supply and sewer projects in economically distressed areas of the revenue received from those projects.
Senate: Border Affairs - Special
Referred to Border Affairs
SB 453 76-0 (1999)
Author: Brown, J. E. | et. al.
Relating to the regulation of gas utilities organized as limited liability companies.
Senate: Natural Resources
No action taken in committee
SB 533 76-0 (1999)
Author: Ratliff, BillSponsor: Denny, Mary
Relating to annual and special meetings and elections for water supply and sewer service corporations.
House: Natural Resources Senate: Natural Resources
Effective immediately
SB 630 76-0 (1999)
Author: Truan, Carlos
Relating to the use by political subdivisions that receive state financial assistance for water supply and sewer service projects in economically distressed areas of the revenue from the operation of those projects.
Senate: Border Affairs - Special
Withdrawn from intent calendar
SB 736 76-0 (1999)
Author: Armbrister, Kenneth
Relating to the investment of funds of a nonprofit water supply or sewer service corporation.
House: Natural Resources Senate: Natural Resources
Referred to Natural Resources
SB 741 76-0 (1999)
Author: Armbrister, Kenneth
Relating to recovery of certain relocation costs by a gas utility.
Senate: Natural Resources
Referred to Natural Resources
SB 816 76-0 (1999)
Author: Brown, J. E.Sponsor: Hardcastle, Rick
Relating to certain transactions by a gas utility.
House: Energy Resources Senate: Natural Resources
Effective on 9/1/99
SB 821 76-0 (1999)
Author: Armbrister, KennethSponsor: Olivo, Dora
Relating to the authority of a county to operate, or contract for the operation of, a water or sewer utility system; granting the power of eminent domain and the authority to issue bonds.
House: County Affairs Senate: Natural Resources
Effective immediately
SB 950 76-0 (1999)
Author: Duncan, RobertSponsor: Cook, Robert
Relating to submetered and nonsubmetered water utility service provided to residents of apartment houses and manufactured home rental communities.
House: Natural Resources Senate: Natural Resources
Effective in 90 days -- 8/30/99
SB 1037 76-0 (1999)
Author: Ogden, Steve
Relating to the provision of retail water and sewer service by a utility owned or operated by a municipality in certain territories of the municipality.
Senate: Natural Resources
Referred to Natural Resources
SB 1075 76-0 (1999)
Author: Carona, John
Relating to powers of certain nonprofit cooperative corporations.
Senate: Economic Development
Referred to Economic Development
SB 1177 76-0 (1999)
Author: Ogden, Steve
Relating to the relocation of utilities required for the improvement of the state highway system.
Senate: State Affairs
Referred to State Affairs
SB 1295 76-0 (1999)
Author: Brown, J. E.
Relating to testing natural gas piping in certain school facilities.
Senate: Education
Referred to Education
SB 1297 76-0 (1999)
Author: Brown, J. E.Sponsor: Lewis, Ron
Relating to registering pipeline operators with the Railroad Commission of Texas.
House: Energy Resources Senate: Natural Resources
Effective immediately
SB 1384 76-0 (1999)
Author: Shapleigh, Eliot
Relating to the powers and duties of the Office of Public Utility Counsel to represent certain persons in certain proceedings.
House: State Affairs Senate: Economic Development
Referred to State Affairs
SB 1385 76-0 (1999)
Author: Shapleigh, Eliot
Relating to required reporting of certain transactions of certain telecommunications utilities to the Public Utility Commission of Texas.
Senate: Economic Development
Referred to Economic Development
SB 1411 76-0 (1999)
Author: Zaffirini, Judith
Relating to the provision of utility services in economically distressed areas.
Senate: Border Affairs - Special
Committee report printed and distributed
SB 1422 76-0 (1999)
Author: Lucio, Jr., Eddie
Relating to financial assistance for residential hookups to water and wastewater services in economically distressed areas.
Senate: Border Affairs - Special
No action taken in committee
SB 1459 76-0 (1999)
Author: Cain, David
Relating to the abolishment of the Public Utility Commission of Texas and the transfer of its powers and duties to the Railroad Commission of Texas.
Senate: State Affairs
Referred to State Affairs
SB 1503 76-0 (1999)
Author: Truan, Carlos
Relating to certificates of public convenience and necessity to provide water or sewer utility service to economically distressed areas.
Senate: Border Affairs - Special
Withdrawn from intent calendar
SB 1797 76-0 (1999)
Author: Duncan, RobertSponsor: Hawley, Judy
Relating to services of a gas utility provided to a school district.
House: Energy Resources Senate: Natural Resources
Effective on 9/1/99
SB 1855 76-0 (1999)
Author: Bernsen, DavidSponsor: Zbranek, Zeb
Relating to the creation, administration, powers, duties, functions, operations, and financing of the Tarkington Special Utility District.
House: Natural Resources Senate: Natural Resources
Effective immediately
SB 1883 76-0 (1999)
Author: Harris, ChrisSponsor: Lewis, Ron
Relating to certain rates charged by a gas utility or municipally owned utility to a state agency.
House: Energy Resources Senate: Natural Resources
Effective immediately
HB 12 75-0 (1997)
Author: Chisum, Warren
Relating to the restructuring of the electric industry.
House: State Affairs
Referred to subcommittee
HB 123 75-0 (1997)
Author: Wolens, Steven
Relating to the use of protective orders.
House: State Affairs
Referred to subcommittee
HB 737 75-0 (1997)
Author: Kubiak, Dan
Relating to resale of certain electric power.
House: State Affairs
No action taken in committee
HB 776 75-0 (1997)
Author: Tillery, DaleSponsor: Cain, David
Relating to a municipal drainage utility system.
House: Urban Affairs Senate: Natural Resources
Effective on 9/1/97
HB 799 75-0 (1997)
Author: Elkins, GarySponsor: Lindsay, Jon
Relating to short-term obligations issued by certain counties.
House: Financial Institutions Senate: State Affairs
Effective in 90 days -- 9/01/97
HB 943 75-0 (1997)
Author: Hilderbran, Harvey
Relating to refunds.
House: State Affairs
Referred to subcommittee
HB 1160 75-0 (1997)
Author: Denny, Mary
Relating to revocation or amendment of a certificate of public convenience and necessity of a water or sewer utility.
House: Natural Resources
Left pending in committee
HB 1217 75-0 (1997)
Author: Gutierrez, Roberto | et. al.Sponsor: Lucio, Jr., Eddie
Relating to certain contracts for fire hydrant service.
House: Natural Resources Senate: Intergovernmental Relations
Effective immediately
HB 1309 75-0 (1997)
Author: Stiles, Mark
Relating to ensuring reliable electric service and prescribing an administrative penalty.
House: State Affairs
Referred to subcommittee
HB 1372 75-0 (1997)
Author: Wilson, Ron
Relating to mergers with and acquisitions of certain utilities by certain other utilities.
House: Energy Resources
Referred to Energy Resources
HB 1394 75-0 (1997)
Author: Turner, Bob
Relating to the provision of services to certain areas by a municipality.
House: Land & Resource Management
Tabled
HB 1406 75-0 (1997)
Author: Bosse, FredSponsor: Brown, J.E.
Relating to collection by water and sewer utilities of voluntary contributions on behalf of certain emergency services.
House: Natural Resources Senate: Natural Resources
Effective immediately
HB 1536 75-0 (1997)
Author: Wohlgemuth, Arlene
Relating to confidentiality of personal information of a customer of a government-operated utility.
House: State Affairs
Referred to State Affairs
HB 1541 75-0 (1997)
Author: Counts, David
Relating to regulation of water and sewer rates and services provided by retail public utilities.
House: Natural Resources
Left pending in committee
HB 1664 75-0 (1997)
Author: Oliveira, Rene | et. al.
Relating to the imposition of a criminal penalty for the intentional removal, damage, or concealment of signs or markers giving information about the location of certain underground facilities.
House: Public Safety Senate: Criminal Justice
Referred to Criminal Justice
HB 1725 75-0 (1997)
Author: Hirschi, John
Relating to the imposition of a tax on the purchase of coal in this state by a public utility; providing penalties.
House: Ways & Means
Referred to Ways & Means
HB 1807 75-0 (1997)
Author: Bosse, Fred
Relating to ensuring that customers receive reliable and affordable electric energy services.
House: State Affairs
Referred to subcommittee
HB 1847 75-0 (1997)
Author: McCall, Brian
Relating to the adoption of a nonsubstantive revision of statutes relating to utilities, including conforming amendments, repeals, and penalties.
House: State Affairs
Considered in Calendars
HB 1898 75-0 (1997)
Author: Alexander, ClydeSponsor: Fraser, Troy
Relating to the relocation of utilities by the Texas Department of Transportation essential to the timely completion of a state highway improvement project.
House: Transportation Senate: International Relations, Trade & Technology
Effective in 90 days -- 9/01/97
HB 1983 75-0 (1997)
Author: Danburg, Debra | et. al.
Relating to consumer information about pricing and production of electricity.
House: State Affairs
Left pending in committee
HB 2148 75-0 (1997)
Author: Longoria, John
Relating to monitoring and regulation of electric utilities in the provision of energy efficiency products and services.
House: State Affairs
Placed on General State Calendar
HB 2187 75-0 (1997)
Author: Moffat, Nancy
Relating to the sale of electric generation and transmission assets and related assets of river authorities.
House: Natural Resources
No action taken in committee
HB 2239 75-0 (1997)
Author: Janek, Kyle | et. al.
Relating to utility services for certain dwellings.
House: Business & Industry
Left pending in committee
HB 2295 75-0 (1997)
Author: Oakley, Keith | et. al.Sponsor: Cain, David
Relating to excavation operations that may damage underground facilities; providing civil and criminal penalties.
House: Public Safety Senate: State Affairs
Effective on 9/1/97
HB 2316 75-0 (1997)
Author: Rangel, Irma | et. al.
Relating to the provision of utility service in economically distressed subdivisions.
House: Land & Resource Management
Left pending in committee
HB 2595 75-0 (1997)
Author: King, Tracy
Relating to notice of service connections provided by certain utilities.
House: Natural Resources
Subcommittee members named
HB 2759 75-0 (1997)
Author: Walker, Gary
Relating to the delivery by certain electric cooperative corporations of money that is presumed to be abandoned.
House: Business & Industry Senate: State Affairs
Referred to State Affairs
HB 2905 75-0 (1997)
Author: Wolens, Steven
Relating to the powers and duties of the Public Utility Commission of Texas.
House: State Affairs
Left pending in committee
HB 3037 75-0 (1997)
Author: Cook, RobertSponsor: Armbrister, Kenneth
Relating to cost-of-service studies for electric cooperative corporations exempt from rate regulation.
House: State Affairs Senate: State Affairs
Effective on 9/1/97
HB 3165 75-0 (1997)
Author: Gallego, Pete
Relating to the appropriateness and reliability of the mix of resources by electric utilities.
House: State Affairs
Left pending in committee
HB 3179 75-0 (1997)
Author: Lewis, Ron
Relating to consideration of certain expenses in utility ratemaking proceedings.
House: State Affairs
Left pending in committee
HB 3268 75-0 (1997)
Author: Berlanga, Hugo
Relating to electricity produced from state owned land or through conversion of state owned natural gas.
House: State Affairs
Referred to subcommittee
HB 3293 75-0 (1997)
Author: Wilson, Ron
Relating to certain franchises granted by a municipality for use of municipal rights-of-way and remedies for certain uses of municipal rights-of-way without a franchise.
House: Land & Resource Management
Referred to Land and Resource Management
HB 3355 75-0 (1997)
Author: Keel, Terry
Relating to regulation of water and sewer services provided by retail public utilities.
House: Natural Resources
Left pending in committee
HB 3365 75-0 (1997)
Author: Junell, Robert
Relating to the consolidation of state telecommunications services into a nonprofit corporation.
House: State Affairs
Referred to State Affairs
HB 3386 75-0 (1997)
Author: Gallego, Pete
Relating to the purposes and powers of an electric cooperative corporation serving a border county.
House: State Affairs
Placed on General State Calendar
HB 3454 75-0 (1997)
Author: Burnam, Lon | et. al.
Relating to the allowance of certain expenses of an electric utility in ratemaking proceedings.
House: State Affairs
Left pending in committee
HB 3479 75-0 (1997)
Author: Danburg, Debra
Relating to increased customer options in the purchase and management of electricity.
House: State Affairs
Referred to subcommittee
HB 3480 75-0 (1997)
Author: Danburg, Debra
Relating to the authority of a political subdivision to select the provider of electric service provided to the political subdivision.
House: State Affairs
Referred to subcommittee
SB 254 75-0 (1997)
Author: Barrientos, Gonzalo
Relating to refunds.
Senate: Economic Development
Referred to Economic Development
SB 690 75-0 (1997)
Author: Armbrister, Kenneth
Relating to state government's purchasing and use of electricity.
House: State Affairs Senate: State Affairs
Referred to State Affairs
SB 859 75-0 (1997)
Author: Lucio, Jr., Eddie
Relating to certain contracts for fire hydrant service.
Senate: Intergovernmental Relations
Removed from local & uncontested calendar
SB 965 75-0 (1997)
Author: Armbrister, KennethSponsor: Wolens, Steven | et. al.
Relating to the powers and duties of the Public Utility Commission of Texas.
House: State Affairs Senate: State Affairs
Point of order sustained
SB 979 75-0 (1997)
Author: Patterson, Jerry
Relating to resale of certain electric power.
Senate: State Affairs
Referred to State Affairs
SB 980 75-0 (1997)
Author: Patterson, Jerry
Relating to ensuring reliable electric service; providing an administrative penalty.
Senate: State Affairs
Referred to State Affairs
SB 1135 75-0 (1997)
Author: Wentworth, Jeff
Relating to refunding certain charges made by certain utilities.
Senate: State Affairs
Referred to State Affairs
SB 1168 75-0 (1997)
Author: Lindsay, Jon
Relating to short-term obligations issued by certain counties for public utilities.
Senate: State Affairs
Referred to State Affairs
SB 1281 75-0 (1997)
Author: Cain, David
Relating to excavation operations that may damage underground facilities and providing civil penalties.
Senate: State Affairs
Left pending in committee
SB 1370 75-0 (1997)
Author: Patterson, Jerry
Relating to certain merger, consolidation, and purchase transactions involving an electric and gas utility.
Senate: State Affairs
Left pending in committee
SB 1371 75-0 (1997)
Author: Patterson, Jerry
Relating to increased customer options in the purchase and management of electricity.
Senate: State Affairs
Left pending in committee
SB 1372 75-0 (1997)
Author: Patterson, Jerry
Relating to the computation and mitigation of an investor-owned electric utility's excess costs over market.
Senate: State Affairs
Referred to State Affairs
SB 1374 75-0 (1997)
Author: Patterson, Jerry
Relating to the allowance of certain expenses of an electric utility in ratemaking proceedings.
Senate: State Affairs
Referred to State Affairs
SB 1408 75-0 (1997)
Author: Patterson, Jerry
Relating to the authority of a political subdivision to select the provider of electric service provided to the political subdivision.
Senate: State Affairs
Referred to State Affairs
SB 1433 75-0 (1997)
Author: Nelson, Jane
Relating to the consolidation of state telecommunications services into a nonprofit corporation.
Senate: Economic Development
Referred to Economic Development
SB 1512 75-0 (1997)
Author: Truan, Carlos | et. al.Sponsor: Rangel, Irma
Relating to the provision of utility service in economically distressed areas.
House: Land & Resource Management Senate: International Relations, Trade & Technology
Effective on 9/1/97
SB 1521 75-0 (1997)
Author: Lucio, Jr., Eddie
Relating to taxation of certain water supply or sewer service expansion.
Senate: Finance
Referred to Finance
SB 1529 75-0 (1997)
Author: Brown, J.E.Sponsor: Janek, Kyle
Relating to the provision of housing and utility services for certain dwellings.
House: Business & Industry Senate: Natural Resources
Effective on 9/1/97
SB 1571 75-0 (1997)
Author: Madla, Frank | et. al.Sponsor: Puente, Robert
Relating to ratemaking proceedings for certain utilities.
House: State Affairs Senate: State Affairs
Committee report sent to Calendars
SB 1573 75-0 (1997)
Author: Madla, Frank
Relating to disclosure and collection of electric and magnetic field information in certain real property transactions.
Senate: Jurisprudence
Referred to Jurisprudence
SB 1670 75-0 (1997)
Author: Patterson, Jerry
Relating to increased customer options in the purchase and management of electricity.
Senate: State Affairs
Referred to State Affairs
SB 1716 75-0 (1997)
Author: Patterson, Jerry
Relating to electricity produced from state-owned land or through conversion of state-owned natural gas.
Senate: State Affairs
Referred to State Affairs
SB 1721 75-0 (1997)
Author: West, Royce
Relating to ensuring that customers receive reliable and affordable electric energy services.
Senate: State Affairs
Referred to State Affairs
SB 1751 75-0 (1997)
Author: Armbrister, KennethSponsor: McCall, Brian
Relating to the adoption of a nonsubstantive revision of statutes relating to utilities, including conforming amendments, repeals, and penalties.
House: State Affairs Senate: Administration
Effective on 9/1/97
SB 1768 75-0 (1997)
Author: Cain, David
Relating to the abolition of the Public Utility Commission of Texas amd to the transfer of its powers and duties to the Railroad Commission of Texas.
Senate: State Affairs
Withdrawn from intent calendar
SB 1853 75-0 (1997)
Author: Armbrister, Kenneth
Relating to the consolidation of state telecommunications services into a nonprofit corporation.
Senate: State Affairs
No action taken in committee
SB 1858 75-0 (1997)
Author: Gallegos, Jr., Mario
Relating to monitoring and regulation of electric utilities in the provision of energy efficiency products and services.
Senate: State Affairs
Referred to State Affairs
HB 176 74-0 (1995)
Author: Stiles, MarkSponsor: Armbrister, Kenneth
Relating to components of net income used in establishing rates of a gas utility.
House: Energy Resources Senate: State Affairs
Effective in 90 days -- 8/28/95
HB 620 74-0 (1995)
Author: Carter, Bill
Relating to excavation operations that may damage underground facilities; providing civil penalties.
House: Public Safety
Committee report sent to Calendars
HB 877 74-0 (1995)
Author: Saunders, RobertSponsor: Armbrister, Kenneth
Relating to the enforcement of tariffs of certain water supply or sewer service corporations.
House: Natural Resources Senate: Natural Resources
No action taken in committee
HB 1001 74-0 (1995)
Author: Cuellar, HenrySponsor: Zaffirini, Judith
Relating to the regulation of subdivisions in economically distressed areas and the delivery of water and sewer services to economically distressed subdivisions; providing civil and criminal penalties.
House: Land and Resource Management Senate: International Relations, Trade & Technology
Effective immediately
HB 1281 74-0 (1995)
Author: Duncan, RobertSponsor: Montford, John
Relating to the operation of cable television systems by general-law municipalities.
House: Urban Affairs Senate: Economic Development
Effective in 90 days -- 8/28/95
HB 1318 74-0 (1995)
Author: Kuempel, EdmundSponsor: Ratliff, Bill
Relating to an exemption from the sand and gravel permitting process for disturbances of marl, sand, gravel, shell, and mudshell for noncommercial maintenance projects by public utilities.
House: State Recreational Resources Senate: Natural Resources
Effective on 9/1/95
HB 1476 74-0 (1995)
Author: Craddick, Tom
Relating to the determination of the electrical load of an oil or gas field or lease.
House: Energy Resources
Laid on table subject to call in committee
HB 1477 74-0 (1995)
Author: Craddick, Tom
Relating to the selection of electrical service provided to an oil or gas field, lease, or well.
House: Energy Resources
Laid on table subject to call in committee
HB 1484 74-0 (1995)
Author: Oliveira, Rene
Relating to authority of an electric cooperative corporation to form and participate in a joint powers agency with a public entity.
House: State Affairs
Point of order sustained
HB 1485 74-0 (1995)
Author: Oliveira, Rene
Relating to entities to which an electric cooperative corporation may provide electric energy.
House: State Affairs
Point of order sustained
HB 1518 74-0 (1995)
Author: Wilson, Ron
Relating to transmission of electricity through wires located above ground.
House: State Affairs
Left pending in committee
HB 1715 74-0 (1995)
Author: Craddick, Tom
Relating to the determination of electric prices for certain customers, including operators of marginal wells.
House: Energy Resources
Placed on General State Calendar
HB 1783 74-0 (1995)
Author: Yarbrough, KenSponsor: Whitmire, John
Relating to the authority to charge a fee for installing or replacing water or sewer lines.
House: County Affairs Senate: Intergovernmental Relations
Effective on 9/1/95
HB 1788 74-0 (1995)
Author: Turner, Sylvester
Relating to a requirement that a utility make an effort to award contracts to historically underutilized businesses.
House: State Affairs
Left pending in committee
HB 1789 74-0 (1995)
Author: Black, Layton
Relating to the use of unclaimed money of a local telephone exchange company to fund rural scholarships.
House: Appropriations
Withdrawn from schedule
HB 1820 74-0 (1995)
Author: Duncan, Robert
Relating to the regulation of electric cooperative corporations.
House: State Affairs
Left pending in committee
HB 1824 74-0 (1995)
Author: Pickett, JosephSponsor: Rosson, Peggy
Relating to rates for water supply or sewer services charged by the City of El Paso to residents of a certain area of El Paso County.
House: Natural Resources Senate: Intergovernmental Relations
Effective immediately
HB 1935 74-0 (1995)
Author: Lewis, RonSponsor: Nixon, Drew
Relating to single certification of an area served by a municipality and certain retail public utilities.
House: Natural Resources Senate: Natural Resources
Effective in 90 days -- 8/28/95
HB 2128 74-0 (1995)
Author: Seidlits, Jr., Curtis | et. al.Sponsor: Sibley, David
Relating to the regulation of telecommunications utilities, to the provision of telecommunications and related services, and to the continuation of the Public Utility Commission of Texas.
House: State Affairs Senate: Economic Development
Effective on 9/1/95
HB 2332 74-0 (1995)
Author: Jones, Delwin
Relating to the service and rates of a gas utility.
House: Energy Resources
Laid on table subject to call in committee
HB 2368 74-0 (1995)
Author: Danburg, Debra
Relating to authority of an exempt wholesale generator or power marketer to sell electricity at wholesale in this state.
House: State Affairs
Referred to subcommittee
HB 2387 74-0 (1995)
Author: Johnson, JerrySponsor: Ratliff, Bill
Relating to the regulation of retail water or sewer service utilities.
House: Natural Resources Senate: Natural Resources
Effective on 9/1/95
HB 2449 74-0 (1995)
Author: Duncan, RobertSponsor: Cain, David
Relating to the distribution of state agency binding encumbrance reports and state agency reports about utility audits.
House: State Affairs Senate: Finance
Effective on 9/1/95
HB 2773 74-0 (1995)
Author: Serna, Gilbert
Relating to electric rate classification of a community college.
House: State Affairs
Comm. report sent to Local & Consent Calendar
HB 2803 74-0 (1995)
Author: Naishtat, Elliott | et. al.Sponsor: Barrientos, Gonzalo
Relating to prohibiting improper utility disconnections in residential tenancies.
House: Business & Industry Senate: Economic Development
Effective on 9/1/95
HB 3154 74-0 (1995)
Author: Bailey, Kevin
Relating to certain procedures for the investigation of utility rates and the refund of excess earnings.
House: State Affairs
Referred to subcommittee
HB 3159 74-0 (1995)
Author: Danburg, Debra
Relating to continuation, operations, and functions of the Public Utility Commission of Texas and the Office of Public Utility Counsel; providing penalties.
House: State Affairs
Referred to subcommittee
HB 3164 74-0 (1995)
Author: Seidlits, Jr., CurtisSponsor: Armbrister, Kenneth
Relating to the continuation, operations, and functions of the Public Utility Commission of Texas and the Office of Public Utility Counsel; providing penalties.
House: State Affairs Senate: State Affairs
Conference committee report filed
HB 3175 74-0 (1995)
Author: Denny, Mary
Relating to the creation, boundaries, purposes, powers, duties, functions, authority, and financing of the Southwest Denton County Road and Utility District.
House: Natural Resources
Recommendations filed with the Speaker
SB 239 74-0 (1995)
Author: Armbrister, Kenneth
Relating to components of net income used in establishing rates of a gas utility.
Senate: State Affairs
No action taken in committee
SB 278 74-0 (1995)
Author: Zaffirini, Judith
Relating to conferring authority on commissioners courts in affected counties to regulate subdivisions in economically distressed areas; imposing certain platting requirements and service requirements on economically distressed subdivisions; imposing changes affecting certain local tax authorities by conferring authority on affected counties to create economically distressed area tax increment zones and conferring authority on counties to offer certain ad valorem tax abatements, conferring authority to issue bonds and create public debt; and imposing civil and criminal penalties.
Senate: International Relations, Trade & Technology
Ref. to Int. Relations, Trade & Technology
SB 319 74-0 (1995)
Author: Armbrister, Kenneth | et. al.Sponsor: Seidlits, Jr., Curtis
Relating to a nonsubstantive recodification of the Public Utility Regulatory Act.
House: State Affairs Senate: State Affairs
Effective immediately
SB 373 74-0 (1995)
Author: Armbrister, KennethSponsor: Seidlits, Jr., Curtis
Relating to the continuation, operations, and functions of the Public Utility Commission of Texas and the Office of Public Utility Counsel; providing penalties.
House: State Affairs Senate: State Affairs
Effective on 9/1/95
SB 389 74-0 (1995)
Author: Harris, Chris
Relating to excavation operations that may damage underground facilities; providing civil penalties.
Senate: State Affairs
Referred to State Affairs
SB 665 74-0 (1995)
Author: Lucio, Jr., Eddie
Relating to entities to which an electric cooperative corporation may provide electric energy.
Senate: State Affairs
Left pending in committee
SB 666 74-0 (1995)
Author: Lucio, Jr., Eddie
Relating to authority of an electric cooperative corporation to form and participate in a joint powers agency with a public entity.
Senate: State Affairs
Left pending in committee
SB 909 74-0 (1995)
Author: Armbrister, Kenneth
Relating to the determination of the electrical load of an oil or gas field or lease.
Senate: State Affairs
Referred to State Affairs
SB 910 74-0 (1995)
Author: Armbrister, Kenneth
Relating to the selection of electrical service provided to an oil or gas field, lease, or well.
Senate: State Affairs
Referred to State Affairs
SB 953 74-0 (1995)
Author: Truan, Carlos | et. al.
Relating to regional planning of water supply or sewer services for an area eligible for economically distressed area program financial assistance.
House: Natural Resources Senate: Natural Resources
Co-author withdrawn
SB 1012 74-0 (1995)
Author: Ratliff, Bill
Relating to the regulation of retail water or sewer service utilities.
Senate: Natural Resources
Left pending in committee
SB 1054 74-0 (1995)
Author: Shapiro, Florence
Relating to establishment of infrastructure funds by certain municipalities.
Senate: Intergovernmental Relations
Record vote
SB 1227 74-0 (1995)
Author: Armbrister, KennethSponsor: Duncan, Robert
Relating to the regulation of electric cooperative corporations.
House: State Affairs Senate: State Affairs
Effective immediately
SB 1268 74-0 (1995)
Author: Montford, John
Relating to the ownership, operation, or provision of a cable television service by a general-law municipality.
Senate: Economic Development
Referred to Economic Development
SB 1283 74-0 (1995)
Author: Rosson, Peggy
Relating to rates for water supply or sewer services charged by the City of El Paso to residents of a certain area of El Paso County.
Senate: Intergovernmental Relations
Referred to Intergovernmental Relations
SB 1300 74-0 (1995)
Author: Cain, David
Relating to the use of unclaimed money of a local telephone exchange company to fund rural scholarships.
Senate: Economic Development
Referred to Economic Development
SB 1424 74-0 (1995)
Author: Lucio, Jr., Eddie
Relating to state assistance for public school facilities.
Senate: Finance
Referred to Finance
SB 1524 74-0 (1995)
Author: Rosson, Peggy
Relating to the composition of a rate class for electric service.
Senate: State Affairs
Withdrawn from intent calendar
SB 1527 74-0 (1995)
Author: Montford, John
Relating to administrative hearings for the Public Utility Commission of Texas provided by the State Office of Administrative Hearings.
Senate: State Affairs
Referred to State Affairs
SB 1607 74-0 (1995)
Author: Nelson, JaneSponsor: Denny, Mary
Relating to the creation, boundaries, purposes, powers, duties, functions, authority, and financing of the Southwest Denton County Road and Utility District.
House: Natural Resources Senate: Intergovernmental Relations
Effective immediately
SB 1628 74-0 (1995)
Author: Henderson, DonSponsor: Jones, Delwin
Relating to service and rates of a gas utility.
House: Energy Resources Senate: State Affairs
Effective in 90 days -- 8/28/95
HB 133 73-0 (1993)
Author: Tallas, Jim
Relating to rates for electric service to certain residential buildings.
House: Energy Resources
Referred to Energy Resources
HB 142 73-0 (1993)
Author: Bailey, Kevin
Relating to the authority of the Public Utility Commission of Texas to increase a utility's rates because of a change in tax liability.
House: State Affairs
Referred to State Affairs
HB 185 73-0 (1993)
Author: Bailey, Kevin
Relating to prohibition of consideration of charitable contributions in setting a utility's rates.
House: State Affairs
Referred to State Affairs
HB 670 73-0 (1993)
Author: Thompson, SenfroniaSponsor: Whitmire, John
Relating to the payment date of a utility bill for an elderly person.
House: Business & Industry Senate: Economic Development
Effective in 90 days -- 8/30/93
HB 690 73-0 (1993)
Author: Bosse, FredSponsor: Shelley, Dan
Relating to collection by a water or sewer service corporation of voluntary contributions on behalf of certain emergency services.
House: Natural Resources Senate: Natural Resources
Effective in 90 days -- 8/30/93
HB 859 73-0 (1993)
Author: Greenberg, Sherri | et. al.Sponsor: Rosson, Peggy
Relating to confidentiality of certain information of a customer of a government-operated utility; providing a criminal penalty.
House: State Affairs Senate: State Affairs
Effective on 9/1/93
HB 1062 73-0 (1993)
Author: Wilson, Ron
Relating to purchases by utilities from certain disadvantaged businesses.
House: State Affairs
No action taken in committee
HB 1153 73-0 (1993)
Author: Bailey, Kevin | et. al.Sponsor: Whitmire, John
Relating to the location of certain utility rate hearings.
House: Natural Resources Senate: Natural Resources
Effective in 90 days -- 8/30/93
HB 1209 73-0 (1993)
Author: Stiles, Mark
Relating to components of net income used in establishing rates of a gas utility.
House: Energy Resources Senate: Economic Development
Referred to Economic Development
HB 1229 73-0 (1993)
Author: Cain, David
Relating to continuation, operations, and functions of the Public Utility Commission of Texas and the Office of Public Utility Counsel; providing penalties.
House: State Affairs
Companion considered in lieu of in committee
HB 1432 73-0 (1993)
Author: Uher, D.R.Sponsor: Armbrister, Kenneth
Relating to the powers of a river authority that engages in the distribution and sale of electric energy; granting the authority to issue bonds.
House: Energy Resources Senate: Natural Resources
Effective in 90 days -- 8/30/93
HB 1695 73-0 (1993)
Author: Uher, D.R. | et. al.
Relating to the service area of certain public utilities.
House: Economic Development
Coauthor Authorized
HB 1701 73-0 (1993)
Author: Wilson, Ron
Relating to the number of members of the public utility commission.
House: State Affairs
No action taken in committee
HB 2164 73-0 (1993)
Author: Rangel, Irma
Amending Chapter 616, Acts of the 72nd Legislature, Regular Session, 1991, by increasing the number of counties to which it applies and making provision for a county utility board to operate and manage certain utilities.
House: Natural Resources
Rules suspended
HB 2225 73-0 (1993)
Author: Seidlits, Jr., Curtis
Relating to the components of invested capital and net income used in establishing rates of a public utility.
House: State Affairs
Referred to State Affairs
HB 2307 73-0 (1993)
Author: Turner, Sylvester
Relating to the right of electric utilities to seek contribution or reimbursement from persons transmitting power on utility transmission or distribution systems or using utility transmission or distribution systems to make sales to utilities.
House: Energy Resources
Left pending in committee
HB 2490 73-0 (1993)
Author: Dutton, Jr., Harold V.
Relating to unfair business practices by a gas utility and its affiliate.
House: Energy Resources
Left pending in committee
HB 2754 73-0 (1993)
Author: Hirschi, John
Relating to electric utility integrated resource planning under the oversight of the Texas Public Utility Commission, and the establishment of targets and timelines for the development of renewable energy as a source of power, and the foundation of a sustainment energy industry in Texas.
House: Energy Resources
Left pending in committee
HR 86 73-0 (1993)
Author: Seidlits, Jr., Curtis
Commemorating the 120th anniversary of the conjunction of the Houston and Texas Central and the Missouri Kansas and Texas railroads.
House: Rules and Resolutions
Reported enrolled
SB 83 73-0 (1993)
Author: Parker, CarlSponsor: Williamson, Richard
Relating to the payment date of certain public utility assessments and utility service and related service provided by or to the state, a state agency or institution, or a local government.
House: State Affairs Senate: Economic Development
Effective on 9/1/93
SB 375 73-0 (1993)
Author: Barrientos, GonzaloSponsor: Corte, Frank
Relating to metering for water usage in newly constructed apartments, condominium projects, mobile home parks, and multiple use facilities.
House: Natural Resources Senate: Economic Development
Considered in Calendars
SB 412 73-0 (1993)
Author: Harris, O.H.
Relating to components of net income used in establishing rates of a gas utility.
Senate: Economic Development
Withdrawn from intent calendar
SB 420 73-0 (1993)
Author: Carriker, StevenSponsor: Cook, John
Relating to requiring a gas utility to refund illegal or unlawful compensation collected by the utility.
House: Energy Resources Senate: Economic Development
Effective in 90 days -- 8/30/93
SB 421 73-0 (1993)
Author: Carriker, StevenSponsor: Cook, John
Relating to the requirement of notice of requests by gas utilities for rate increases and to the statutory procedures for approval and refund of temporary rates in gas utility rate cases.
House: Energy Resources Senate: Economic Development
Vetoed by the Governor
SB 498 73-0 (1993)
Author: Parker, CarlSponsor: Cain, David
Relating to the continuation of the Public Utility Commission of Texas and the Office of Public Utility Counsel.
House: State Affairs Senate: Economic Development
Effective on 9/1/93
SB 696 73-0 (1993)
Author: Madla, Frank
Relating to unfair business practices by a gas utility and its affiliate.
Senate: Economic Development
Referred to Economic Development
SB 1093 73-0 (1993)
Author: Madla, Frank | et. al.Sponsor: Rangel, Irma
Relating to authorization for a county to create a county utility system board to operate and manage certain utility systems.
House: Natural Resources Senate: Intergovernmental Relations
Effective immediately
SB 1121 73-0 (1993)
Author: Rosson, Peggy
Relating to allowable expenses for utility companies.
Senate: Economic Development
Referred to Economic Development
SB 1122 73-0 (1993)
Author: Rosson, Peggy
Relating to mergers and acquisitions of utilities.
Senate: Economic Development
Referred to Economic Development
SB 1123 73-0 (1993)
Author: Rosson, Peggy
Relating to the definition of public utility.
Senate: Economic Development
Referred to Economic Development
SB 1237 73-0 (1993)
Author: Turner, Jim
Relating to utility improvements on the Texas A&M University campus.
Senate: Education
Withdrawn from intent calendar
SB 1490 73-0 (1993)
Author: Montford, John
Relating to the provision of utility service to certain political subdivisions.
Senate: Economic Development
Reported favorably w/o amendments
SCR 95 73-0 (1993)
Author: Madla, Frank
Withdrawing Senate Bill No. 696 and House Bill No. 2490 from consideration and commending all parties involved in the compromise.
Senate: Economic Development
Tabled in committee
SR 1202 73-0 (1993)
Author: Parker, Carl
Suspending limitations on conference committee jurisdiction, S.B. 498.
Reported enrolled
HB 67 72-0 (1991)
Author: Thompson, Senfronia
Relating to the election of the members of the public utility commission.
House: State Affairs
Left pending in committee
HB 227 72-0 (1991)
Author: Wilson, Ron
Relating to the number of members of the public utility commission.
House: State Affairs
Referred to State Affairs
HB 315 72-0 (1991)
Author: Collazo, Jr., Frank
Relating to the election of the members of the public utility commission.
House: State Affairs
Left pending in committee
HB 352 72-0 (1991)
Author: Thompson, Senfronia
Relating to the payment date of a utility bill for an elderly person.
House: Retirement and Aging
1st Printing sent to Calendars
HB 428 72-0 (1991)
Author: Rodriguez, Ciro
Relating to the number and selection of members of the public utility commission.
House: State Affairs
Referred to State Affairs
HB 792 72-0 (1991)
Author: Dutton, Jr., Harold V.
Relating to certain information to be included in a utility's notice of its intent to change rates.
House: State Affairs
Placed on General State Calendar
HB 827 72-0 (1991)
Author: Thomas, BillSponsor: Lyon, Ted
Relating to regulation of water and sewer utilities.
House: Natural Resources Senate: Natural Resources
Effective on 9/1/91
HB 934 72-0 (1991)
Author: Seidlits, Jr., Curtis
Relating to procedures governing the filing of certain utility proceedings.
House: State Affairs
Placed on General State Calendar
HB 935 72-0 (1991)
Author: Seidlits, Jr., Curtis
Relating to procedures governing the determination of certain utility proceedings.
House: State Affairs
1st Printing sent to Calendars
HB 994 72-0 (1991)
Author: Rodriguez, Ciro
Relating to the issuance of a certificate of convenience and necessity for utility transmission facilities.
House: State Affairs
Left pending in committee
HB 1067 72-0 (1991)
Author: Dutton, Jr., Harold V.
Relating to notification to the public utility commission of rate increases by a television cable system.
House: State Affairs
Left pending in committee
HB 1365 72-0 (1991)
Author: Laney, James | et. al.
Relating to the duty of the Public Utility Commission to audit certain public utilities.
House: State Affairs
Left pending in committee
HB 1373 72-0 (1991)
Author: Yost, GeraldSponsor: Ratliff, Bill
Relating to the authority of a water supply or sewer service corporation.
House: Natural Resources Senate: Natural Resources
Effective in 90 days -- 8/26/91
HB 1613 72-0 (1991)
Author: Tallas, Jim
Relating to the offense of criminal trespass on the premises of an electric generating plant or electric utility substation.
House: Criminal Jurisprudence
Placed on General State Calendar
HB 1818 72-0 (1991)
Author: Hightower, Allen
Relating to county regulation of subdivisions and to certain requirements before utilities may be connected.
House: County Affairs
Referred to subcommittee
HB 1981 72-0 (1991)
Author: Yost, Gerald
Relating to the authority of a political subdivision supplying water, sewer, roadway, or drainage facilities and located in the extraterritorial jurisdiction of a municipality to annex additional territory and to provide additional utility services.
House: Natural Resources
Left pending in committee
HB 2044 72-0 (1991)
Author: Seidlits, Jr., Curtis
Relating to the regulation by the public utility commission of fuel cost collection by electric utilities.
House: State Affairs
1st Printing sent to Calendars
HB 2133 72-0 (1991)
Author: Larry, Jerald
Relating to authorizing conveyance of an interest in park land to certain utility companies if the utility use of the land is for park benefit.
House: Urban Affairs
Referred to subcommittee
HB 2200 72-0 (1991)
Author: Laney, James
Relating to adjustment of electric utility rates for cost of purchased electricity.
House: State Affairs
Left pending in committee
HB 2202 72-0 (1991)
Author: Laney, James
Relating to the reimbursement of audit expenses by public utilities.
House: State Affairs
Left pending in committee
HB 2203 72-0 (1991)
Author: Laney, James
Relating to the authorization of the Public Utility Commission of Texas to receive and direct the use of private funds.
House: State Affairs
Left pending in committee
HB 2204 72-0 (1991)
Author: Laney, James
Relating to appeals to the Public Utility Commission of orders and ordinances of municipalities affecting electric utilities and regarding the rates of municipal electric utilities.
House: State Affairs
Left pending in committee
HB 2205 72-0 (1991)
Author: Laney, James
Relating to the filing deadline for public utilities to report sales, acquisitions, leases, rentals, mergers and consolidations, and the requirements for such reports by public utility holding companies.
House: State Affairs
Left pending in committee
HB 2206 72-0 (1991)
Author: Laney, James | et. al.
Relating to the operation of an electric cooperative.
House: State Affairs
Coauthor Authorized
HB 2264 72-0 (1991)
Author: Berlanga, Hugo
Relating to the authority of a county to require adequate utilities in a subdivision.
House: County Affairs
Left pending in committee
HB 2361 72-0 (1991)
Author: Lewis, RonSponsor: Ratliff, Bill
Relating to regulatory assessments collected by a public utility or water supply or sewer service corporation from its retail customers.
House: Natural Resources Senate: Natural Resources
Placed on intent calendar
HB 2425 72-0 (1991)
Author: Yarbrough, Ken
Relating to unfair business practices by state-regulated public utility companies and their affiliates; providing penalties.
House: State Affairs
Left pending in committee
HB 2639 72-0 (1991)
Author: Rodriguez, Ciro
Relating to the authority of a county to impose a charge for the use of county roads, bridges, and rights-of-way by a public utility.
House: State Affairs
Withdrawn from schedule
HB 2663 72-0 (1991)
Author: Shelley, Dan
Relating to excavation operations that may damage underground facilities; imposing civil penalties.
House: Energy
Left pending in committee
HB 2694 72-0 (1991)
Author: Dutton, Jr., Harold V.Sponsor: Sims, Bill
Relating to easements granted by the Board of Criminal Justice.
House: Corrections Senate: Criminal Justice
Effective immediately
HB 2853 72-0 (1991)
Author: Earley, Robert
Relating to the use of natural gas to generate electricity.
House: Energy
Returned to Local & Consent Calendars Comm.
HCR 86 72-0 (1991)
Author: Lewis, Ron
Encouraging the Public Utility Commission of Texas to support efforts to ensure that utilities retain the ability to tailor their conservation programs to their individual system needs.
House: State Affairs
Referred to State Affairs
SB 96 72-0 (1991)
Author: Harris, O.H.
Relating to excavation operations that may damage underground facilities; imposing civil penalties.
Senate: Economic Development
Referred to special subcommittee
SB 129 72-0 (1991)
Author: Ratliff, Bill
Relating to political advertising signs and the posting of political advertising signs on utility poles; providing penalties.
Senate: State Affairs
Left pending in subcommittee
SB 158 72-0 (1991)
Author: Carriker, Steven | et. al.
Relating to the operation and funding, including fees and appropriations, of the Office of Public Utility Counsel.
Senate: State Affairs
Co-author authorized
SB 185 72-0 (1991)
Author: Lyon, Ted
Relating to the regulation by the public utility commission of fuel cost collection by electric utilities.
Senate: State Affairs
Subcommittee meeting cancelled
SB 651 72-0 (1991)
Author: Glasgow, BobSponsor: Laney, James
Relating to the operation of an electric cooperative.
House: State Affairs Senate: State Affairs
Placed on General State Calendar
SB 718 72-0 (1991)
Author: Johnson, Eddie
Relating to the staff and powers and duties of the Public Utility Commission of Texas and the Office of Public Utility Counsel.
Senate: State Affairs
Refer to s/c on Regulatory Agencies by Chair
SB 1049 72-0 (1991)
Author: Lucio, EddieSponsor: Stiles, Mark
Relating to the regulation of metered electric utility service provided by recreational vehicle park owners.
House: State Affairs Senate: State Affairs
Effective in 90 days -- 8/26/91
SB 1092 72-0 (1991)
Author: Lucio, EddieSponsor: Seidlits, Jr., Curtis
Relating to procedures governing the filing of certain utility proceedings.
House: State Affairs Senate: State Affairs
Effective immediately
SB 1097 72-0 (1991)
Author: Lucio, EddieSponsor: Seidlits, Jr., Curtis
Relating to procedures governing the determination of certain utility proceedings.
House: State Affairs Senate: State Affairs
Effective immediately
SB 1111 72-0 (1991)
Author: Rosson, Peggy
Relating to the establishment and powers and duties of the Texas Public Utility Commission and to the staff and powers and duties of the Office of Public Utility Counsel.
Senate: State Affairs
Referred to State Affairs
SB 1380 72-0 (1991)
Author: Haley, Bill
Relating to the re-creation of a joint powers agency by public entities for the purpose of generating, transmitting or distributing electric energy.
Senate: State Affairs
Referred to State Affairs
SB 1396 72-0 (1991)
Author: Tejeda, Frank
Relating to the authority of a county to impose a charge for the use of county roads, bridges, and rights-of-way by a public utility.
Senate: State Affairs
Referred to State Affairs
SB 1439 72-0 (1991)
Author: Turner, Jim
Relating to the duty of the Public Utility Commission to audit certain public utilites.
Senate: State Affairs
Refer to s/c on Regulatory Agencies by Chair
SB 1535 72-0 (1991)
Author: Dickson, Temple | et. al.
Relating to the use of natural gas to generate electricity.
Senate: Economic Development
No action taken in committee
SB 1546 72-0 (1991)
Author: Lyon, TedSponsor: McDonald, Nancy
Relating to improvements which may be undertaken by a municipal public improvement district and to the procedure for creating the district.
House: Urban Affairs Senate: Intergovernmental Relations
1st Printing sent to Calendars
SB 1549 72-0 (1991)
Author: Turner, Jim
Relating to the acquisition, construction, improvement, and financing of cable television systems and facilities by certain municipalities.
House: Urban Affairs Senate: State Affairs
Referred to Urban Affairs
SB 1561 72-0 (1991)
Author: Parker, Carl
Relating to the regulation of electric cooperatives.
Senate: Economic Development
Referred to Economic Development
SR 849 72-0 (1991)
Author: Rosson, Peggy | et. al.
Directing the Subcommittee on Water to conduct an interim study regarding the adequacy of utility service currently being provided in the state.
Senate: Administration
Referred to Administration
HB 102 72-1 (1991)
Author: Lewis, Ron
Relating to regulatory assessments collected by public utilities, water supply or sewer service corporations, and certain districts from their retail customers.
House: Natural Resources
Referred to Natural Resources
HB 168 72-1 (1991)
Author: Thompson, Senfronia
Relating to the payment date of a utility bill for an elderly person.
House: Retirement and Aging
Referred to Retirement & Aging
SB 26 72-1 (1991)
Author: Montford, John | et. al.
Relating to the transfer of the functions of the Public Utility Commission of Texas to the Railroad Commission of Texas.
Senate: Finance
Co-author authorized
SB 89 72-1 (1991)
Author: Krier, Cynthia | et. al.
Relating to the imposition of certain gross receipts taxes on an electric utility owned by a municipality.
Senate: Finance
No action taken in committee
HB 5 72-2 (1991)
Author: Bailey, Kevin
Relating to the authority of the Public Utility Commission of Texas to increase a utility's rates because of a change in tax liability.
Filed
HB 40 72-2 (1991)
Author: Thompson, Senfronia
Relating to the payment date of a utility bill for an elderly person.
House: Retirement and Aging
Referred to Retirement & Aging
SB 64 72-2 (1991)
Author: Dickson, Temple
Relating to the use of natural gas to generate electricity.
Senate: State Affairs
Referred to State Affairs
HB 74 71-0 (1989)
Author: Collazo, Jr., Frank | et. al.
Relating to the election of the members of the public utility commission.
House: State Affairs
Referred to subcommittee
HB 192 71-0 (1989)
Author: Rodriguez, Ciro
Relating to the number and selection of members of the public utility commission.
House: State Affairs
Referred to subcommittee
HB 244 71-0 (1989)
Author: Valigura, Keith
Relating to a requirement that utility rates be based on the cost of rendering service to people in this state.
House: State Affairs
Referred to State Affairs
HB 315 71-0 (1989)
Author: Smith, Terral
Relating to appeals of rates set by a municipally owned utility.
House: State Affairs
Rules suspended
HB 316 71-0 (1989)
Author: Smith, TerralSponsor: Armbrister, Kenneth
Relating to the appeal of utility rates set by a municipality.
House: State Affairs Senate: Intergovernmental Relations
Reported favorably with substitute
HB 317 71-0 (1989)
Author: Smith, Terral
Relating to the requirement of a certificate of public convenience and necessity for municipally-owned utilities.
House: State Affairs
No action taken in subcommittee
HB 641 71-0 (1989)
Author: Hudson III, Samuel
Relating to the requirement that a housing authority provide to tenants a statement of utility charges.
House: Urban Affairs
Withdrawn from schedule
HB 810 71-0 (1989)
Author: Rodriguez, Ciro
Relating to a requirement that municipally owned utilities maintain uniform financial accounts.
House: State Affairs
Pending in subcommittee
HB 839 71-0 (1989)
Author: Rodriguez, Ciro
Relating to a requirement that municipally owned electric utilities report their load forecast, generation and transmission, and other information to the public utility commission.
House: State Affairs Senate: Intergovernmental Relations
Referred to Intergovernmental Relations
HB 842 71-0 (1989)
Author: Cuellar, HenrySponsor: Montford, John
Relating to the filing of an instrument granting a security interest by a utility in connection with real property.
House: Judiciary Senate: Economic Development
Effective in 90 days-8/28/89
HB 864 71-0 (1989)
Author: Guerrero, Lena
Relating to the single certification of municipally owned electric utilities in annexed areas and in incorporated areas.
House: State Affairs
No action taken in subcommittee
HB 902 71-0 (1989)
Author: Rodriguez, Ciro
Relating to the issuance of a certificate of convenience and necessity for utility transmission facilities.
House: State Affairs
Referred to subcommittee
HB 911 71-0 (1989)
Author: Smith, TerralSponsor: Montford, John
Relating to the rates, regulation, and contracts of certain municipally owned electric utilities.
House: State Affairs Senate: Intergovernmental Relations
Effective in 90 days-8/28/89
HB 912 71-0 (1989)
Author: Smith, TerralSponsor: Armbrister, Kenneth
Relating to the issuance of a certificate of convenience and necessity for utility transmission facilities.
House: State Affairs Senate: State Affairs
Reported favorably with substitute
HB 1024 71-0 (1989)
Author: Richardson, Bob
Relating to tenant remedies against the owner or landlord of an apartment house for cutoffs of electricity, gas, or water furnished to an apartment house through a mastermeter; relating to cutoff procedures and the....
House: Business & Commerce
Referred to Business & Commerce
HB 1034 71-0 (1989)
Author: Lucio, Eddie
Relating to power of a county to regulate subdivisions in the unincorporated area of the county.
House: County Affairs
Placed on General State Calendar
HB 1053 71-0 (1989)
Author: Kuempel, Edmund
Relating to exempting from sales and use taxes purchases of electricity used in maintaining or repairing railroad equipment.
House: Ways & Means
Referred to subcommittee
HB 1063 71-0 (1989)
Author: Gibson, Bruce
Relating to the operation of an electric cooperative.
House: State Affairs
Referred to State Affairs
HB 1177 71-0 (1989)
Author: Rodriguez, Ciro
Relating to the duty of a municipally owned utility to provide wheeling service.
House: State Affairs
Reported from s/c fav. w/o amdt(s)
HB 1217 71-0 (1989)
Author: Parker, JimSponsor: Carriker, Steven
Relating to the safety requirements for electric utility lines.
House: State Affairs Senate: State Affairs
Effective immediately
HB 1240 71-0 (1989)
Author: Lewis, Ron | et. al.
Relating to regulation of a public utility that is a party to a collective bargaining agreement.
House: State Affairs
1st Printing sent to Comm. on Cal.
HB 1316 71-0 (1989)
Author: Tallas, Jim
Relating to the authority of a public utility to self-insure against certain losses and to the consideration of those costs in determining rates.
House: State Affairs
Referred to subcommittee
HB 1370 71-0 (1989)
Author: Earley, Robert
Relating to a limitation on the authority of the public utility commission to award contracts to certain persons.
House: State Affairs
Referred to subcommittee
HB 1455 71-0 (1989)
Author: Hill, Anita
Relating to the appointment and certification of utility company peace officers, their duties and powers, the scope of their employment, and liability for their acts and omissions.
House: Public Safety
Referred to Public Safety
HB 1573 71-0 (1989)
Author: Robnett, Nolan
Relating to the determination of income tax expenses of a public utility for ratemaking purposes.
House: State Affairs Senate: State Affairs
Referred to State Affairs
HB 1714 71-0 (1989)
Author: Hury, James
Relating to liability for damages from the generation, transmission, distribution, or sale of electricity.
House: State Affairs
Referred to subcommittee
HB 1767 71-0 (1989)
Author: Tallas, Jim
Relating to the status and rights of state agencies receiving certain services from certain utilities.
House: State Affairs
Referred to subcommittee
HB 1799 71-0 (1989)
Author: Harrison, Dudley
Relating to the obligation of an electric utility to serve certain customers.
House: State Affairs
Referred to subcommittee
HB 1808 71-0 (1989)
Author: Smith, TerralSponsor: Santiesteban, H.
Relating to the regulation of water and sewer utilities; providing administrative and civil penalties.
House: Natural Resources Senate: Natural Resources
Effective on 9/1/89
HB 1878 71-0 (1989)
Author: Perry, RickSponsor: Montford, John
Relating to persons who sell or transport natural gas for vehicle fuel.
House: Energy Senate: State Affairs
Effective in 90 days-8/28/89
HB 1883 71-0 (1989)
Author: Smith, Terral
Relating to the utilization of gas power by state agencies under the General Land Office jurisdiction; the cooperation of state agencies in the use of gas power and their ability to charge for excess capacity and...
House: Energy
Pending in committee
HB 1969 71-0 (1989)
Author: Oakley, Keith
Relating to the Public Utility Regulatory Act and transmission services available to qualifying facilities.
House: State Affairs
Referred to subcommittee
HB 2027 71-0 (1989)
Author: Earley, Robert
Relating to the Public Utility Regulatory Act and access to the transmission system by electric utilities and cooperatives and the authority of the PUC to adopt and enforce rules.
House: State Affairs
Withdrawn from schedule
HB 2099 71-0 (1989)
Author: Criss, Lloyd
Relating to the Public Utility Regulatory Act and encouraging utilities to actively seek alternative energy sources before commencing construction of any new power plant and to use competitive bidding to assure that....
House: State Affairs
Referred to subcommittee
HB 2100 71-0 (1989)
Author: Criss, Lloyd
Relating to the Public Utility Regulatory Act and specifying competitive bidding by public utilities for major construction contracts.
House: State Affairs
Referred to subcommittee
HB 2109 71-0 (1989)
Author: Robnett, Nolan
Relating to the interruption of utilities and the exclusion of a tenant.
House: Business & Commerce
Companion considered in lieu in comm.
HB 2119 71-0 (1989)
Author: Edge, EldonSponsor: Zaffirini, Judith
Relating to the sale or transfer of stock in a water supply or sewer service corporation and to the rights of the person to whom the stock is sold or transferred.
House: Natural Resources Senate: Natural Resources
Effective on 9/1/89
HB 2155 71-0 (1989)
Author: Cain, David
Relating to charges by a city for use of a street, alley or public way by a public utility.
House: State Affairs
Pending in committee
HB 2174 71-0 (1989)
Author: Hudson III, Samuel
Relating to the amount a nonprofit corporation may be charged for cable television services.
House: Business & Commerce
Withdrawn from schedule
HB 2297 71-0 (1989)
Author: Smith, TerralSponsor: Santiesteban, H.
Relating to the provision of service by a municipally owned utility system.
House: Natural Resources Senate: Intergovernmental Relations
Effective in 90 days-8/28/89
HB 2314 71-0 (1989)
Author: Oakley, Keith
Relating to public utilities refunding overcollected taxes proportionately to customers.
House: State Affairs
Referred to subcommittee
HB 2384 71-0 (1989)
Author: Hill, Anita | et. al.
Amending Section 55(d), Public Utility Regulatory Act (Article 1446C, Vernon's Texas Civil Statutes, as amended); relating to revocation of certificates of convenience and necessity of an electric utility....
House: State Affairs
Referred to subcommittee
HB 2428 71-0 (1989)
Author: Wallace III, Ralph
Relating to costs of disposing of nuclear waste and decommissioning nuclear plants.
House: State Affairs
Referred to subcommittee
HB 2452 71-0 (1989)
Author: Turner, Sylvester
Relating to single certification of water and sewer utilities in incorporated or annexed areas.
House: Natural Resources
Companion considered in lieu in comm.
HB 2478 71-0 (1989)
Author: Smith, TerralSponsor: Brown, J.E.
Relating to appeal of utility rates set by a municipality.
House: State Affairs Senate: Intergovernmental Relations
Effective on 9/1/89
HB 2577 71-0 (1989)
Author: Laney, James
Relating to the method of calculating extensions of the period of suspension of utility rate schedules to account for days of hearing.
House: State Affairs
Placed on General State Calendar
HB 2578 71-0 (1989)
Author: Laney, James
Relating to required staff positions for the Public Utility Commission of Texas.
House: State Affairs
Referred to subcommittee
HB 2579 71-0 (1989)
Author: Laney, James
Relating to funding of audits of utilities conducted on behalf of the Public Utility Commission of Texas.
House: State Affairs
Referred to subcommittee
HB 2580 71-0 (1989)
Author: Laney, James
Relating to deletion of obsolete statutory provisions pertinent to water supply and sewer service corporations and TEXAN and TEXAN II telecommunications service.
House: State Affairs
Placed on General State Calendar
HB 2590 71-0 (1989)
Author: Williamson, Richard
Relating to the authority of a public entity to create a municipal power agency.
House: State Affairs
Pending in subcommittee
HB 2610 71-0 (1989)
Author: Thomas, Bill
Relating to the management and operation of certain municipally owned utilities, including the power to issue bonds and the power of eminent domain.
House: State Affairs
Placed on General State Calendar
HB 2613 71-0 (1989)
Author: Stiles, Mark
Relating to the prevention of negligent or unsafe excavation or demolition operations resulting in damage to underground utilities, requiring the filing of certain notices by the owners of underground facilities and....
House: State Affairs
Referred to State Affairs
HB 2641 71-0 (1989)
Author: Moreno, Alex
Relating to the authority of a municipality, county, or other political subdivision to grant an easement to a water supply or sewer service corporation.
House: Natural Resources
Postponed in committee
HB 2776 71-0 (1989)
Author: Connelly, Barry
Relating to regulation of operator service providers.
House: State Affairs
1st Printing sent to Comm. on Cal.
HB 2881 71-0 (1989)
Author: Wallace III, Ralph
Relating to public utilities refunding amounts collected based on taxes not paid.
House: State Affairs
Referred to subcommittee
HB 2882 71-0 (1989)
Author: Wallace III, Ralph
Relating to electric utilities having excess capacity.
House: State Affairs
Referred to subcommittee
HB 2886 71-0 (1989)
Author: Smith, Terral
Relating to competition and trade practices regarding the sale or distribution of satellite television programming; providing a civil penalty.
House: Business & Commerce
Referred to subcommittee
HB 2913 71-0 (1989)
Author: Collazo, Jr., Frank
Relating to the requirement for a certificate of convenience and necessity for municipally-owned utilities to serve customers within the corporate boundaries of the municipality.
House: State Affairs
No action taken in subcommittee
HB 2947 71-0 (1989)
Author: Moreno, Alex
Relating to plat requirements, regulations and utility services applicable to certain subdivisions of land.
House: Urban Affairs
Laid on table subj. to call in comm.
HB 2948 71-0 (1989)
Author: Moreno, Alex
Relating to the right of certain municipally-owned electric utilities to enter cooperative agreements.
House: State Affairs
Pending in subcommittee
HB 2949 71-0 (1989)
Author: Moreno, Alex
Relating to expenses that may be considered in determining the rates a utility may charge and to reports relating to those expenses.
House: State Affairs
Referred to subcommittee
HB 2965 71-0 (1989)
Author: Collazo, Jr., Frank
Relating to the compensation a municipally-owned utility must pay when condemning any electric utility property for its own use.
House: State Affairs
Pending in subcommittee
HB 3007 71-0 (1989)
Author: Cain, David
Relating to the authority of certain corporations to use public roads, streets, and waters for magnetic telegraph lines.
House: State Affairs
Referred to subcommittee
HB 3049 71-0 (1989)
Author: Tallas, Jim
Relating to reducing the assessment fee imposed on public utilities.
House: State Affairs
1st Printing sent to Comm. on Cal.
HB 3147 71-0 (1989)
Author: Craddick, Tom
Relating to a requirement that gas utilities in this state buy gas produced in this state.
House: Energy
Referred to Energy
HCR 189 71-0 (1989)
Author: Smith, Terral
Requesting the City of Austin to adhere to the agreement reflected in H.C.R. 32 from the 70th Regular Session.
House: State Affairs
Referred to State Affairs
HR 62 71-0 (1989)
Author: Collazo, Jr., Frank
Directing the Public Utility Commission to act promptly on matters of consumer interest.
House: State Affairs
Withdrawn from schedule
HR 534 71-0 (1989)
Author: Cain, David | et. al.
Restating the legislative intent of the Public Utility Regulatory Act.
House: State Affairs
Reported enrolled
SB 65 71-0 (1989)
Author: Whitmire, John
Relating to a prohibition on certain local officials serving on the board of directors of a utility.
Senate: Intergovernmental Relations
Referred to Intergovernmental Relations
SB 217 71-0 (1989)
Author: Lyon, Ted
Relating to the regulation by the public utility commission of fuel cost collection by electric utilities.
Senate: State Affairs
Record vote
SB 340 71-0 (1989)
Author: Edwards, ChetSponsor: Lewis, Ron
Relating to regulation of a public utility that is a party to a collective bargaining agreement.
House: State Affairs Senate: State Affairs
Effective in 90 days-8/28/89
SB 389 71-0 (1989)
Author: Parker, CarlSponsor: Stiles, Mark
Relating to the operation of certain vehicles transporting poles for the maintenance of electric power transmission and distribution lines.
House: Transportation Senate: State Affairs
1st Printing sent to Local&Consent Cal.
SB 425 71-0 (1989)
Author: Montford, JohnSponsor: Gibson, Bruce
Relating to the operation of an electric cooperative.
House: State Affairs Senate: State Affairs
1st Printing sent to Comm. on Cal.
SB 445 71-0 (1989)
Author: Edwards, Chet
Relating to use of public roads, streets, and waters by telegraph companies.
Senate: State Affairs
Referred to State Affairs
SB 600 71-0 (1989)
Author: Lyon, TedSponsor: Tallas, Jim
Relating to the authority of public utilities to self-insure against certain losses and to the consideration of those costs in determining rates.
House: State Affairs Senate: State Affairs
Effective on 9/1/89
SB 935 71-0 (1989)
Author: Lyon, TedSponsor: Thomas, Bill
Relating to the management and operation of certain municipally owned utilities, including the power to issue bonds and the power of eminent domain.
House: State Affairs Senate: State Affairs
Effective immediately
SB 944 71-0 (1989)
Author: Caperton, Kent
Relating to costs of disposing of nuclear waste and decommissioning nuclear plants.
Senate: State Affairs
Reported favorably with substitute
SB 968 71-0 (1989)
Author: Santiesteban, H.
Relating to the utilization of gas power by state agencies under the General Land Office jurisdiction; the cooperation of state agencies in the use of gas power and their ability to charge for . . .
Senate: State Affairs
Left as pending business in comm.
SB 1023 71-0 (1989)
Author: Montford, John
Relating to persons who sell or transport natural gas for vehicle fuel.
Senate: State Affairs
Referred to State Affairs
SB 1040 71-0 (1989)
Author: Haley, Bill
Relating to charges by a city for use of a street, alley or public way by a public utility.
Senate: State Affairs
Referred to State Affairs
SB 1061 71-0 (1989)
Author: Glasgow, Bob
Relating to the determination of income tax expenses of a public utility for ratemaking purposes.
Senate: State Affairs
Referred to State Affairs
SB 1063 71-0 (1989)
Author: Green, Gene
Relating to the prevention of negligent or unsafe excavation or demolition operations resulting in damage to underground utilities, requiring the filing of certain notices by the owners of underground facilities ....
Senate: State Affairs
No action taken in committee
SB 1067 71-0 (1989)
Author: Green, GeneSponsor: Turner, Sylvester
Relating to single certification of water and sewer utilities in incorporated or annexed areas.
House: Natural Resources Senate: Natural Resources
Effective in 90 days-8/28/89
SB 1082 71-0 (1989)
Author: Edwards, ChetSponsor: Berlanga, Hugo
Relating to regulation of operator service providers.
House: State Affairs Senate: State Affairs
Laid on the table subject to call
SB 1096 71-0 (1989)
Author: Caperton, Kent
Relating to the obligation of electric utilities to provide service to certain electric consumers.
House: State Affairs Senate: State Affairs
Referred to State Affairs
SB 1265 71-0 (1989)
Author: Harris, O.H.
Relating to unlawful practices related to satellite programming; providing a civil penalty.
Senate: Economic Development
Reported favorably with substitute
SB 1276 71-0 (1989)
Author: Barrientos, Gonzalo
Relating to tenant remedies against the owner or landlord of an apartment house for cutoffs of electricity, gas, or water furnished to an apartment house through a mastermeter; relating to cutoff procedures and the ...
Senate: Jurisprudence
Referred to Jurisprudence
SB 1288 71-0 (1989)
Author: Brown, J.E. | et. al.Sponsor: Robnett, Nolan
Relating to the exclusion of a tenant.
House: Business & Commerce Senate: Jurisprudence
Effective on 9/1/89
SB 1290 71-0 (1989)
Author: Brown, J.E. | et. al.Sponsor: Robnett, Nolan
Relating to the interruption of utilities connected to leased premises and the removal of property and exclusion of a tenant from leased premises.
House: Business & Commerce Senate: Jurisprudence
Effective on 9/1/89
SB 1298 71-0 (1989)
Author: Armbrister, Kenneth
Amending Art. 1113 V.C.S., relating to the rates charged for municipal electric utility services.
Senate: State Affairs
Left as pending business in comm.
SB 1398 71-0 (1989)
Author: Washington, Craig
Relating to the Public Utility Regulatory Act and transmission services available to qualifying facilities.
Senate: State Affairs
Left as pending business in comm.
SB 1415 71-0 (1989)
Author: Leedom, John
Amending Section 55(d), Public Utility Regulatory Act (Article 1446c, Vernon's Texas Civil Statutes, as amended); relating to revocation of certificates of convenience and necessity of an electric utility....
Senate: State Affairs
Referred to Special Subcommittee
SB 1454 71-0 (1989)
Author: Brown, J.E.
Relating to the Public Utility Regulatory Act and access to the transmission system by electric utilities and cooperatives and the authority of the PUC to adopt and enforce rules.
Senate: State Affairs
Left as pending business in comm.
SB 1554 71-0 (1989)
Author: Washington, Craig
Relating to electric utilities having excess capacity.
Senate: State Affairs
No action taken in committee
SB 1578 71-0 (1989)
Author: Montford, John
Relating to funding of audits of utilities conducted on behalf of the Public Utility Commission of Texas.
Senate: State Affairs
No action taken in committee
SB 1579 71-0 (1989)
Author: Montford, John
Relating to deletion of obsolete statutory provisions pertinent to water supply and sewer service corporations and TEXAN and TEXAN II telecommunications service.
Senate: State Affairs
Referred to State Affairs
