HB 1146 88-0 (2023)
Author: Reynolds, Ron
Relating to the interconnection of the ERCOT power grid to grids outside the ERCOT power region.
House: State Affairs
Referred to State Affairs
| ELECTRIC RELIABILITY COUNCIL OF TEXAS (ERCOT) | PUBLIC UTILITY COMMISSION | Utilities--Electric
HB 1254 88-0 (2023)
Author: Darby, Drew
Relating to certificates of public convenience and necessity for certain transmission projects.
House: State Affairs
Referred to State Affairs
| ELECTRIC RELIABILITY COUNCIL OF TEXAS (ERCOT) | PUBLIC UTILITY COMMISSION | Utilities--Electric
HB 1412 88-0 (2023)
Author: Schaefer, Matt | et. al.
Relating to the resilience of the electric grid and certain municipalities; authorizing an administrative penalty.
House: State Affairs
Referred to State Affairs
| ADJUTANT GENERAL | Disaster Preparedness & Relief | ELECTRIC RELIABILITY COUNCIL OF TEXAS (ERCOT) | EMERGENCY MANAGEMENT, TEXAS DIVISION OF | Energy--General | GRID SECURITY COMMISSION, TEXAS | INFORMATION RESOURCES, DEPARTMENT OF | MILITARY PREPAREDNESS COMMISSION, TEXAS | RAILROAD COMMISSION | RISK MANAGEMENT, STATE OFFICE OF | Safety | State Agencies, Boards & Commissions--Newly Proposed | STATE-FEDERAL RELATIONS, OFFICE OF | Utilities--Electric
HB 1500 88-0 (2023)
Author: Holland, Justin | et. al.Sponsor: Schwertner, Charles
Relating to the continuation and functions of the Public Utility Commission of Texas and the Office of Public Utility Counsel, and the functions of the independent organization certified for the ERCOT power region; increasing an administrative penalty.
House: State Affairs Senate: Business & Commerce
Effective on 9/1/23
| DESALINATION | ELECTRIC RELIABILITY COUNCIL OF TEXAS (ERCOT) | LIEUTENANT GOVERNOR | PUBLIC UTILITY COMMISSION | PUBLIC UTILITY COUNSEL, OFFICE OF | RENEWABLE ENERGY | SPEAKER OF THE HOUSE | STAFF DEVELOPMENT & TRAINING | Sunset--Commission Bills | Utilities--Electric | Utilities--General | Utilities--Telecommunications
HB 1984 88-0 (2023)
Author: Vasut, Cody
Relating to cost recovery for costs arising from the interconnection of certain electric generation facilities with the ERCOT transmission system.
House: State Affairs
Left pending in committee
| ELECTRIC RELIABILITY COUNCIL OF TEXAS (ERCOT) | PUBLIC UTILITY COMMISSION | Utilities--Electric
HB 2286 88-0 (2023)
Author: Shaheen, Matt
Relating to the use of the electric generating facility fund to finance construction of electric generating facilities in the ERCOT power region; authorizing fees.
House: State Affairs
Referred to State Affairs
| COMPTROLLER OF PUBLIC ACCOUNTS | ELECTRIC GENERATING FACILITY FUND ADVISORY COMMITTEE | ELECTRIC RELIABILITY COUNCIL OF TEXAS (ERCOT) | Energy--Nuclear | LIEUTENANT GOVERNOR | PUBLIC UTILITY COMMISSION | SPEAKER OF THE HOUSE | State Agencies, Boards & Commissions--Newly Proposed | State Finances--Appropriations | TREASURY SAFEKEEPING TRUST COMPANY, TEXAS | Utilities--Electric | Utilities--Natural Gas
HB 2288 88-0 (2023)
Author: Patterson, Jared
Relating to the sale of electricity from certain non-dispatchable generation facilities in the ERCOT power region.
House: State Affairs
Referred to State Affairs
| ELECTRIC RELIABILITY COUNCIL OF TEXAS (ERCOT) | PUBLIC UTILITY COMMISSION | Utilities--Electric
HB 2524 88-0 (2023)
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
| Disaster Preparedness & Relief | ELECTRIC RELIABILITY COUNCIL OF TEXAS (ERCOT) | PUBLIC UTILITY COMMISSION | Utilities--Electric
HB 2569 88-0 (2023)
Author: Shaheen, Matt
Relating to notice of planned and unplanned service interruptions provided to ERCOT by certain electric generation service providers.
House: State Affairs
Placed on General State Calendar
| Disaster Preparedness & Relief | ELECTRIC RELIABILITY COUNCIL OF TEXAS (ERCOT) | EMAIL & ELECTRONIC COMMUNICATIONS | PUBLIC UTILITY COMMISSION | Utilities--Electric | Utilities--General
HB 2793 88-0 (2023)
Author: Anchía, Rafael | et. al.
Relating to the interconnection and integration of distributed energy resources.
House: State Affairs
Referred to State Affairs
| ELECTRIC RELIABILITY COUNCIL OF TEXAS (ERCOT) | Energy--General | PUBLIC UTILITY COMMISSION | Utilities--Electric | Utilities--General
HB 2973 88-0 (2023)
Author: Guillen, Ryan
Relating to facilities and construction machinery used to respond to power outages.
House: State Affairs
Referred to State Affairs
| CONSTRUCTION & HEAVY EQUIPMENT | Disaster Preparedness & Relief | ELECTRIC RELIABILITY COUNCIL OF TEXAS (ERCOT) | EMERGENCY MANAGEMENT, TEXAS DIVISION OF | PUBLIC UTILITY COMMISSION | Utilities--Electric | Vehicles & Traffic--Vehicle Registration
HB 3177 88-0 (2023)
Author: Rosenthal, Jon
Relating to the interconnection of the ERCOT power grid to grids outside the ERCOT power region.
House: State Affairs
Referred to State Affairs
| ELECTRIC RELIABILITY COUNCIL OF TEXAS (ERCOT) | PUBLIC UTILITY COMMISSION | Utilities--Electric
HB 3178 88-0 (2023)
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
| Disaster Preparedness & Relief | ELECTRIC RELIABILITY COUNCIL OF TEXAS (ERCOT) | PUBLIC UTILITY COMMISSION | Utilities--Electric
HB 3179 88-0 (2023)
Author: Rosenthal, Jon
Relating to electric power purchased for the ERCOT power region.
House: State Affairs
Referred to State Affairs
| ELECTRIC RELIABILITY COUNCIL OF TEXAS (ERCOT) | PUBLIC UTILITY COMMISSION | Utilities--Electric
HB 3182 88-0 (2023)
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
| COMPUTERS & SOFTWARE | ELECTRIC RELIABILITY COUNCIL OF TEXAS (ERCOT) | Energy--General | PUBLIC UTILITY COMMISSION | Utilities--Electric | Utilities--General
HB 3239 88-0 (2023)
Author: Hernandez, Ana
Relating to the participation of distributed energy resources in the ERCOT ancillary services and wholesale energy markets.
House: State Affairs
Referred to State Affairs
| ELECTRIC RELIABILITY COUNCIL OF TEXAS (ERCOT) | Energy--General | PUBLIC UTILITY COMMISSION | Utilities--Electric | Utilities--General
HB 3326 88-0 (2023)
Author: Goodwin, Vikki
Relating to the development of an extreme weather adaptation plan by certain entities.
House: State Affairs
Referred to State Affairs
| AGRICULTURE, DEPARTMENT OF | COMPTROLLER OF PUBLIC ACCOUNTS | Disaster Preparedness & Relief | DROUGHT | ELECTRIC RELIABILITY COUNCIL OF TEXAS (ERCOT) | ENVIRONMENTAL QUALITY, TEXAS COMMISSION ON | FLOODS | GENERAL LAND OFFICE | Governor | HEALTH & HUMAN SERVICES COMMISSION | HOUSING & COMMUNITY AFFAIRS, TEXAS DEPARTMENT OF | INSURANCE, TEXAS DEPARTMENT OF | Legislature | PARKS & WILDLIFE DEPARTMENT | PUBLIC SAFETY, DEPARTMENT OF | PUBLIC UTILITY COMMISSION | State Agencies, Boards & Commissions | TEXAS A&M FOREST SERVICE | TRANSPORTATION, TEXAS DEPARTMENT OF | WATER DEVELOPMENT BOARD, TEXAS
HB 3390 88-0 (2023)
Author: Hunter, ToddSponsor: Schwertner, Charles | et. al.
Relating to the provision of information regarding distributed generation and certain electrical loads.
House: State Affairs Senate: Business & Commerce
Effective immediately
| City Government--Utilities | ELECTRIC RELIABILITY COUNCIL OF TEXAS (ERCOT) | PUBLIC UTILITY COMMISSION | Utilities--Electric | Utilities--General
HB 4002 88-0 (2023)
Author: Goldman, Craig
Relating to water control and improvement district customers of certain electric cooperatives.
House: State Affairs
Referred to State Affairs
| ELECTRIC RELIABILITY COUNCIL OF TEXAS (ERCOT) | PUBLIC UTILITY COMMISSION | Special Districts & Authorities--Water & Utility | Utilities--Electric | Utilities--General
HB 4105 88-0 (2023)
Author: Dean, Jay
Relating to the registration of large electrical loads.
House: State Affairs
Referred to State Affairs
| ELECTRIC RELIABILITY COUNCIL OF TEXAS (ERCOT) | Utilities--Electric | Utilities--General
HB 4573 88-0 (2023)
Author: Goldman, Craig
Relating to the issuance of a permit by the commissioner of the General Land Office for a wind power facility on coastal public land; authorizing a fee; providing a civil penalty.
House: State Affairs
Referred to State Affairs
| Coastal Affairs & Beaches | ELECTRIC RELIABILITY COUNCIL OF TEXAS (ERCOT) | Energy--Wind | ENVIRONMENTAL QUALITY, TEXAS COMMISSION ON | GENERAL LAND OFFICE | GENERAL LAND OFFICE COMMISSIONER | INSURANCE, TEXAS DEPARTMENT OF | PERMITS | PUBLIC UTILITY COMMISSION | RAILROAD COMMISSION | TRANSPORTATION, TEXAS DEPARTMENT OF
HB 4708 88-0 (2023)
Author: Bryant, John
Relating to gas supply information provided to the independent organization certified for the ERCOT power region.
House: State Affairs
Referred to State Affairs
| ELECTRIC RELIABILITY COUNCIL OF TEXAS (ERCOT) | Energy--General | Utilities--Electric | Utilities--General | Utilities--Natural Gas
HB 4728 88-0 (2023)
Author: Dean, Jay
Relating to the authority of an independent organization certified for the ERCOT power region to require information from and registration by certain facilities.
House: State Affairs
Left pending in committee
| ELECTRIC RELIABILITY COUNCIL OF TEXAS (ERCOT) | Utilities--Electric
HB 4793 88-0 (2023)
Author: Anchía, Rafael
Relating to the development of a severe weather adaptation plan by certain entities.
House: State Affairs
Referred to State Affairs
| AGRICULTURE, DEPARTMENT OF | COMPTROLLER OF PUBLIC ACCOUNTS | Disaster Preparedness & Relief | ELECTRIC RELIABILITY COUNCIL OF TEXAS (ERCOT) | Electronic Information Systems | EMERGENCY MANAGEMENT, TEXAS DIVISION OF | ENVIRONMENTAL QUALITY, TEXAS COMMISSION ON | GENERAL LAND OFFICE | HEALTH & HUMAN SERVICES COMMISSION | HOUSING & COMMUNITY AFFAIRS, TEXAS DEPARTMENT OF | INSURANCE, TEXAS DEPARTMENT OF | PARKS & WILDLIFE DEPARTMENT | PUBLIC SAFETY, DEPARTMENT OF | PUBLIC UTILITY COMMISSION | TEXAS A&M FOREST SERVICE | TRANSPORTATION, TEXAS DEPARTMENT OF | WATER DEVELOPMENT BOARD, TEXAS
HB 4811 88-0 (2023)
Author: Anchía, Rafael | et. al.
Relating to the creation of the Texas Energy Efficiency Council.
House: State Affairs Senate: Business & Commerce
Referred to Business & Commerce
| COMPTROLLER OF PUBLIC ACCOUNTS | ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT & TOURISM OFFICE, TEXAS | ELECTRIC RELIABILITY COUNCIL OF TEXAS (ERCOT) | ENERGY EFFICIENCY COUNCIL, TEXAS | Energy--Conservation | Energy--General | ENVIRONMENTAL QUALITY, TEXAS COMMISSION ON | HOUSING & COMMUNITY AFFAIRS, TEXAS DEPARTMENT OF | PUBLIC UTILITY COMMISSION | PUBLIC UTILITY COUNSEL, OFFICE OF | State Agencies, Boards & Commissions--Newly Proposed | STATE ENERGY CONSERVATION OFFICE | TEXAS A&M ENGINEERING EXPERIMENT STATION | WATER DEVELOPMENT BOARD, TEXAS
HB 4832 88-0 (2023)
Author: Hunter, Todd
Relating to the reliability of the ERCOT power grid.
House: State Affairs
Left pending in committee
| Disaster Preparedness & Relief | ELECTRIC RELIABILITY COUNCIL OF TEXAS (ERCOT) | PUBLIC UTILITY COMMISSION | Utilities--Electric | Utilities--General
HB 4862 88-0 (2023)
Author: Slawson, Shelby | et. al.
Relating to required reporting by the wholesale electric market monitor for the ERCOT power region.
House: State Affairs
Committee report sent to Calendars
| ELECTRIC RELIABILITY COUNCIL OF TEXAS (ERCOT) | PUBLIC UTILITY COMMISSION | Utilities--Electric
HB 5190 88-0 (2023)
Author: Harris, Caroline
Designating the Electric Reliability Council of Texas (ERCOT) as the entity responsible for the reliable supply of electricity in its interconnected area of responsibility, establishing a fund under ERCOT's control to fund a net 5,000 MWe of "dispatchable" "peaking unit" generating capacity owned by "Independent Power Producers", establishing the payment structure to such "Independent Power Producers" to fund the 5,000 MWe of "dispatchable" "peaking unit" generating capacity, establishing the criteria of operation and performance of the "peaking unit" generating capacity under ERCOT's direct control, and establishing criteria for review of ERCOT's performance in its duty to assure reliability of electricity supply.
House: State Affairs
Referred to State Affairs
| ELECTRIC RELIABILITY COUNCIL OF TEXAS (ERCOT) | Energy--General | PUBLIC UTILITY COMMISSION | Utilities--Electric
HB 5297 88-0 (2023)
Author: Bryant, John
Relating to the interconnection of the ERCOT power grid to grids outside the ERCOT power region.
House: State Affairs
Referred to State Affairs
| COMPTROLLER OF PUBLIC ACCOUNTS | ELECTRIC RELIABILITY COUNCIL OF TEXAS (ERCOT) | Interim Studies | PUBLIC UTILITY COMMISSION | Utilities--Electric
SB 6 88-0 (2023)
Author: Schwertner, Charles | et. al.
Relating to the establishment of the Texas Energy Insurance Program and other funding mechanisms to support the construction and operation of electric generating facilities.
House: State Affairs Senate: Business & Commerce
Referred to State Affairs
| City Government--Utilities | COMPTROLLER OF PUBLIC ACCOUNTS | ELECTRIC RELIABILITY COUNCIL OF TEXAS (ERCOT) | Insurance--General | LIEUTENANT GOVERNOR | PUBLIC UTILITY COMMISSION | SPEAKER OF THE HOUSE | State Finances--Management & Control | Sunset—Required Reviews | TREASURY SAFEKEEPING TRUST COMPANY, TEXAS | Utilities--Electric
SB 7 88-0 (2023)
Author: Schwertner, Charles | et. al.Sponsor: Hunter, Todd
Relating to the reliability of the ERCOT power grid.
House: State Affairs Senate: Business & Commerce
House appoints conferees-reported
| Disaster Preparedness & Relief | ELECTRIC RELIABILITY COUNCIL OF TEXAS (ERCOT) | PUBLIC UTILITY COMMISSION | Utilities--Electric | Utilities--General
SB 31 88-0 (2023)
Author: Zaffirini, Judith
Relating to the interconnection of the ERCOT power grid to grids outside the ERCOT power region.
Senate: Business & Commerce
Referred to Business & Commerce
| ELECTRIC RELIABILITY COUNCIL OF TEXAS (ERCOT) | PUBLIC UTILITY COMMISSION | Utilities--Electric
SB 114 88-0 (2023)
Author: Menéndez, José | et. al.Sponsor: Anchía, Rafael
Relating to the provision of electricity service in the ERCOT power region.
House: State Affairs Senate: Business & Commerce
Placed on General State Calendar
| ALERT SYSTEM | Disaster Preparedness & Relief | ELECTRIC RELIABILITY COUNCIL OF TEXAS (ERCOT) | PUBLIC UTILITY COMMISSION | Utilities--Electric
SB 330 88-0 (2023)
Author: Hall, Bob | et. al.Sponsor: Schaefer, Matt | et. al.
Relating to the resilience of the electric grid and certain municipalities.
House: State Affairs Senate: Business & Commerce
Placed on General State Calendar
| ADJUTANT GENERAL | Disaster Preparedness & Relief | ELECTRIC RELIABILITY COUNCIL OF TEXAS (ERCOT) | EMERGENCY MANAGEMENT, TEXAS DIVISION OF | Energy--General | GRID SECURITY COMMISSION, TEXAS | INFORMATION RESOURCES, DEPARTMENT OF | MILITARY PREPAREDNESS COMMISSION, TEXAS | RAILROAD COMMISSION | RISK MANAGEMENT, STATE OFFICE OF | Safety | State Agencies, Boards & Commissions--Newly Proposed | STATE-FEDERAL RELATIONS, OFFICE OF | Utilities--Electric
SB 857 88-0 (2023)
Author: Perry, Charles
Relating to the use of the electric generating facility fund to finance construction and maintenance of electric generating and transmission facilities in the ERCOT power region; authorizing an assessment.
Senate: Business & Commerce
Referred to Business & Commerce
| COMPTROLLER OF PUBLIC ACCOUNTS | ELECTRIC GENERATING FACILITY FUND ADVISORY COMMITTEE | ELECTRIC RELIABILITY COUNCIL OF TEXAS (ERCOT) | Energy--General | Financial--Savings & Loans | LIEUTENANT GOVERNOR | PUBLIC UTILITY COMMISSION | SPEAKER OF THE HOUSE | State Agencies, Boards & Commissions--Newly Proposed | State Finances--Management & Control | TREASURY SAFEKEEPING TRUST COMPANY, TEXAS | Utilities--Electric
SB 1075 88-0 (2023)
Author: King, PhilSponsor: Guillen, Ryan
Relating to facilities and construction machinery used to respond to power outages.
House: State Affairs Senate: Business & Commerce
Placed on General State Calendar
| CONSTRUCTION & HEAVY EQUIPMENT | Disaster Preparedness & Relief | ELECTRIC RELIABILITY COUNCIL OF TEXAS (ERCOT) | EMERGENCY MANAGEMENT, TEXAS DIVISION OF | PUBLIC UTILITY COMMISSION | Utilities--Electric | Vehicles & Traffic--Vehicle Registration
SB 1212 88-0 (2023)
Author: Johnson, Nathan | et. al.
Relating to the interconnection and integration of distributed energy resources.
House: State Affairs Senate: Business & Commerce
Referred to State Affairs
| ELECTRIC RELIABILITY COUNCIL OF TEXAS (ERCOT) | Energy--General | PUBLIC UTILITY COMMISSION | Utilities--Electric | Utilities--General
SB 1287 88-0 (2023)
Author: King, Phil | et. al.Sponsor: Slawson, Shelby | et. al.
Relating to the cost of interconnecting certain electric generation facilities with the ERCOT transmission system.
House: State Affairs Senate: Business & Commerce
Postponed
| ELECTRIC RELIABILITY COUNCIL OF TEXAS (ERCOT) | Energy--General | PUBLIC UTILITY COMMISSION | Utilities--Electric
SB 1303 88-0 (2023)
Author: Middleton, Mayes | et. al.
Relating to the issuance of a permit by the commissioner of the General Land Office for a wind power facility on coastal public land; authorizing a fee; providing a civil penalty.
Senate: Natural Resources & Economic Development
Referred to Natural Resources & Economic Development
| Coastal Affairs & Beaches | ELECTRIC RELIABILITY COUNCIL OF TEXAS (ERCOT) | Energy--Wind | GENERAL LAND OFFICE | GENERAL LAND OFFICE COMMISSIONER | INSURANCE, TEXAS DEPARTMENT OF | PERMITS | PUBLIC UTILITY COMMISSION
SB 1311 88-0 (2023)
Author: Eckhardt, Sarah
Relating to the creation of the Texas Transportation Electrification Council and the duties of that council.
Senate: Transportation
Referred to Transportation
| AFFORDABLE HOUSING CORPORATION, TEXAS STATE | ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT & TOURISM OFFICE, TEXAS | ELECTRIC RELIABILITY COUNCIL OF TEXAS (ERCOT) | ELECTRIC VEHICLES | EMERGENCY MANAGEMENT, TEXAS DIVISION OF | Energy--Alternative Fuels | ENVIRONMENTAL QUALITY, TEXAS COMMISSION ON | Fees & Other Nontax Revenue--State | HOUSING & COMMUNITY AFFAIRS, TEXAS DEPARTMENT OF | LICENSING & REGULATION, TEXAS DEPARTMENT OF | MOTOR VEHICLES, TEXAS DEPARTMENT OF | PUBLIC UTILITY COMMISSION | State Agencies, Boards & Commissions--Newly Proposed | STATE ENERGY CONSERVATION OFFICE | TRANSPORTATION ELECTRIFICATION COUNCIL, TEXAS | TRANSPORTATION, TEXAS DEPARTMENT OF | Vehicles & Traffic--General | Vehicles & Traffic--Vehicle Registration
SB 1368 88-0 (2023)
Author: Schwertner, Charles | et. al.
Relating to the continuation and functions of the Public Utility Commission of Texas and the Office of Public Utility Counsel, and the functions of the independent organization certified for the ERCOT power region.
Senate: Business & Commerce
Referred to Business & Commerce
| DESALINATION | ELECTRIC RELIABILITY COUNCIL OF TEXAS (ERCOT) | PUBLIC UTILITY COMMISSION | PUBLIC UTILITY COUNSEL, OFFICE OF | STAFF DEVELOPMENT & TRAINING | Sunset--Commission Bills | Utilities--Electric | Utilities--General | Utilities--Telecommunications
SB 1378 88-0 (2023)
Author: Parker, Tan
Relating to the procurement and operation of backup generation facilities for the ERCOT power region.
Senate: Business & Commerce
Referred to Business & Commerce
| COMPTROLLER OF PUBLIC ACCOUNTS | ELECTRIC RELIABILITY COUNCIL OF TEXAS (ERCOT) | Energy--Nuclear | PUBLIC UTILITY COMMISSION | Utilities--Electric | Utilities--General | Utilities--Natural Gas
SB 1751 88-0 (2023)
Author: Kolkhorst, Lois | et. al.
Relating to the regulation and tax treatment of facilities in the ERCOT power region that demand a large load of interruptible power.
House: State Affairs Senate: Business & Commerce
Referred to State Affairs
| CURRENCY & CURRENCY EXCHANGE | ELECTRIC RELIABILITY COUNCIL OF TEXAS (ERCOT) | PUBLIC UTILITY COMMISSION | Taxation--Property-Miscellaneous | Utilities--Electric
SB 1929 88-0 (2023)
Author: Johnson, Nathan | et. al.Sponsor: Dean, Jay
Relating to the registration of virtual currency mining facilities in the ERCOT power region that demand a large load of interruptible power.
House: State Affairs Senate: Business & Commerce
Effective on 9/1/23
| CURRENCY & CURRENCY EXCHANGE | ELECTRIC RELIABILITY COUNCIL OF TEXAS (ERCOT) | PUBLIC UTILITY COMMISSION | Utilities--Electric
SB 2010 88-0 (2023)
Author: Schwertner, Charles | et. al.Sponsor: Slawson, Shelby | et. al.
Relating to required reporting by the wholesale electric market monitor for the ERCOT power region.
House: State Affairs Senate: Business & Commerce
Vetoed by the Governor
| ELECTRIC RELIABILITY COUNCIL OF TEXAS (ERCOT) | PUBLIC UTILITY COMMISSION | Utilities--Electric
SB 2012 88-0 (2023)
Author: Schwertner, Charles | et. al.Sponsor: Hunter, Todd
Relating to the implementation of a program to meet the reliability needs of the ERCOT power region.
House: State Affairs Senate: Business & Commerce
Postponed
| ELECTRIC RELIABILITY COUNCIL OF TEXAS (ERCOT) | Legislature | LIEUTENANT GOVERNOR | PUBLIC UTILITY COMMISSION | SPEAKER OF THE HOUSE | Utilities--Electric | Utilities--General
SB 2013 88-0 (2023)
Author: Schwertner, Charles | et. al.Sponsor: Hunter, Todd
Relating to access to and the security of certain critical infrastructure.
House: State Affairs Senate: Business & Commerce
Effective immediately
| Business & Commerce--General | CRIMINAL RECORDS | ELECTRIC RELIABILITY COUNCIL OF TEXAS (ERCOT) | INTERNATIONAL RELATIONS | PUBLIC SAFETY, DEPARTMENT OF | PUBLIC UTILITY COMMISSION | Purchasing--General | Utilities--Electric
SB 2014 88-0 (2023)
Author: King, Phil | et. al.
Relating to the legislature's goals for renewable electric generating capacity.
House: State Affairs Senate: Business & Commerce
Left pending in committee
| ELECTRIC RELIABILITY COUNCIL OF TEXAS (ERCOT) | Energy--Alternative Fuels | Energy--Geothermal | Energy--Solar | Energy--Wind | Legislature | PUBLIC UTILITY COMMISSION | RENEWABLE ENERGY | Utilities--Electric
SB 2070 88-0 (2023)
Author: Bettencourt, Paul
Relating to the funding of projects by the Public Utility Commission of Texas to promote the reliability and resiliency of the power grid in this state; authorizing the issuance of revenue bonds.
Senate: Business & Commerce
Referred to Business & Commerce
| BONDS | COMPTROLLER OF PUBLIC ACCOUNTS | Disaster Preparedness & Relief | ELECTRIC RELIABILITY COUNCIL OF TEXAS (ERCOT) | LIEUTENANT GOVERNOR | PUBLIC UTILITY COMMISSION | PUBLIC UTILITY COUNSEL, OFFICE OF | SPEAKER OF THE HOUSE | State Finances--Management & Control | TREASURY SAFEKEEPING TRUST COMPANY, TEXAS | Utilities--Electric | Utilities--General
SB 2369 88-0 (2023)
Author: Campbell, Donna
Relating to the reliability and resiliency of the power grid in this state; authorizing the issuance of revenue bonds.
Senate: Business & Commerce
Referred to Business & Commerce
| COMPTROLLER OF PUBLIC ACCOUNTS | ELECTRIC RELIABILITY COUNCIL OF TEXAS (ERCOT) | Legislature | LIEUTENANT GOVERNOR | PUBLIC UTILITY COMMISSION | PUBLIC UTILITY COUNSEL, OFFICE OF | SPEAKER OF THE HOUSE | State Finances--Management & Control | TREASURY SAFEKEEPING TRUST COMPANY, TEXAS | Utilities--Electric | Utilities--General
SB 2383 88-0 (2023)
Author: Miles, Borris
Relating to the development of a severe weather adaptation plan by certain entities.
Senate: State Affairs
Referred to State Affairs
| AGRICULTURE, DEPARTMENT OF | AUDITOR, STATE | COMPTROLLER OF PUBLIC ACCOUNTS | Disaster Preparedness & Relief | ELECTRIC RELIABILITY COUNCIL OF TEXAS (ERCOT) | EMERGENCY MANAGEMENT, TEXAS DIVISION OF | ENVIRONMENTAL QUALITY, TEXAS COMMISSION ON | GENERAL LAND OFFICE | HEALTH & HUMAN SERVICES COMMISSION | HOUSING & COMMUNITY AFFAIRS, TEXAS DEPARTMENT OF | INSURANCE, TEXAS DEPARTMENT OF | PARKS & WILDLIFE DEPARTMENT | PUBLIC SAFETY, DEPARTMENT OF | PUBLIC UTILITY COMMISSION | State Agencies, Boards & Commissions | TEXAS A&M FOREST SERVICE | TRANSPORTATION, TEXAS DEPARTMENT OF | Utilities--Electric | WATER DEVELOPMENT BOARD, TEXAS
SB 2508 88-0 (2023)
Author: Alvarado, Carol
Relating to mobile source emissions reductions and transportation electrification.
Senate: Business & Commerce
Referred to Business & Commerce
| AFFORDABLE HOUSING CORPORATION, TEXAS STATE | COMPTROLLER OF PUBLIC ACCOUNTS | ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT & TOURISM OFFICE, TEXAS | ELECTRIC RELIABILITY COUNCIL OF TEXAS (ERCOT) | ELECTRIC VEHICLES | Electronic Information Systems | EMERGENCY MANAGEMENT, TEXAS DIVISION OF | ENVIRONMENTAL QUALITY, TEXAS COMMISSION ON | HOUSING & COMMUNITY AFFAIRS, TEXAS DEPARTMENT OF | LICENSING & REGULATION, TEXAS COMMISSION OF | LICENSING & REGULATION, TEXAS DEPARTMENT OF | MOTOR VEHICLES, TEXAS DEPARTMENT OF | PUBLIC UTILITY COMMISSION | State Agencies, Boards & Commissions--Newly Proposed | STATE ENERGY CONSERVATION OFFICE | TRANSPORTATION ELECTRIFICATION COUNCIL, TEXAS | TRANSPORTATION, TEXAS DEPARTMENT OF | VEHICLE EMISSIONS | Vehicles & Traffic--Equipment | Vehicles & Traffic--General
SB 2627 88-0 (2023)
Author: Schwertner, Charles | et. al.Sponsor: Hunter, Todd
Relating to funding mechanisms to support the construction, maintenance, modernization, and operation of electric generating facilities.
House: State Affairs Senate: Business & Commerce
Effective on adoption of const. amendment
| Business & Commerce--General | COMPTROLLER OF PUBLIC ACCOUNTS | ELECTRIC RELIABILITY COUNCIL OF TEXAS (ERCOT) | Energy--General | Legislature | LIEUTENANT GOVERNOR | LOANS | POWERING TEXAS FORWARD ACT | PUBLIC UTILITY COMMISSION | SPEAKER OF THE HOUSE | State Finances--Management & Control | Sunset—Required Reviews | TREASURY SAFEKEEPING TRUST COMPANY, TEXAS | Utilities--Electric | Utilities--General
HB 10 87-0 (2021)
Author: Paddie, Chris | et. al.
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
| ELECTRIC RELIABILITY COUNCIL OF TEXAS (ERCOT) | Governor | LIEUTENANT GOVERNOR | PUBLIC UTILITY COMMISSION | PUBLIC UTILITY COUNSEL, OFFICE OF | RESIDENCY REQUIREMENTS | SPEAKER OF THE HOUSE | Utilities--General
HB 11 87-0 (2021)
Author: Paddie, Chris | et. al.
Relating to the preparedness for extreme weather emergencies of facilities that provide electricity service; providing an administrative penalty.
House: State Affairs Senate: Jurisprudence
Left pending in committee
| Disaster Preparedness & Relief | ELECTRIC RELIABILITY COUNCIL OF TEXAS (ERCOT) | PUBLIC UTILITY COMMISSION | Utilities--Electric
HB 12 87-0 (2021)
Author: Raymond, Richard Peña | et. al.
Relating to a study on a statewide disaster alert system and implementation of that system and to notice to elected officials of a widespread power, water, or natural gas outage or emergency.
House: State Affairs Senate: Jurisprudence
Left pending in committee
| ALERT SYSTEM | Disaster Preparedness & Relief | ELECTRIC RELIABILITY COUNCIL OF TEXAS (ERCOT) | EMERGENCY MANAGEMENT, TEXAS DIVISION OF | PUBLIC UTILITY COMMISSION | Utilities--Electric | Utilities--Water & Sewer
HB 13 87-0 (2021)
Author: Paddie, Chris | et. al.
Relating to the establishment of the Texas Energy Disaster Reliability Council.
House: State Affairs Senate: Jurisprudence
Left pending in committee
| Disaster Preparedness & Relief | ELECTRIC RELIABILITY COUNCIL OF TEXAS (ERCOT) | EMERGENCY MANAGEMENT, TEXAS DIVISION OF | ENERGY DISASTER RELIABILITY COUNCIL, TEXAS | Energy--General | PUBLIC UTILITY COMMISSION | RAILROAD COMMISSION | Utilities--Electric | Utilities--Natural Gas
HB 14 87-0 (2021)
Author: Goldman, Craig | et. al.
Relating to the creation of the Texas Electricity Supply Chain Security and Mapping Committee.
House: Energy Resources Senate: Jurisprudence
Left pending in committee
| Disaster Preparedness & Relief | ELECTRIC RELIABILITY COUNCIL OF TEXAS (ERCOT) | ELECTRICITY SUPPLY CHAIN SECURITY & MAPPING COMMITTEE, TEXAS | Electronic Information Systems | EMERGENCY MANAGEMENT, TEXAS DIVISION OF | Energy--General | PUBLIC UTILITY COMMISSION | RAILROAD COMMISSION | Utilities--Electric | Utilities--Natural Gas
HB 1607 87-0 (2021)
Author: Darby, Drew | et. al.
Relating to certificates of public convenience and necessity for certain transmission projects.
House: State Affairs
Received from the House
| ELECTRIC RELIABILITY COUNCIL OF TEXAS (ERCOT) | PUBLIC UTILITY COMMISSION | Utilities--Electric
HB 1672 87-0 (2021)
Author: Holland, Justin | et. al.
Relating to use of electric energy storage facilities in the ERCOT power region.
House: State Affairs
Considered in Calendars
| ELECTRIC RELIABILITY COUNCIL OF TEXAS (ERCOT) | Energy--General | PUBLIC UTILITY COMMISSION | Utilities--Electric
HB 1951 87-0 (2021)
Author: Patterson, Jared | et. al.
Relating to electricity pricing rules and operating procedures that eliminate or compensate for market distortion caused by certain federal tax credits.
House: State Affairs
Referred to State Affairs
| ELECTRIC RELIABILITY COUNCIL OF TEXAS (ERCOT) | PUBLIC UTILITY COMMISSION | Utilities--Electric
HB 1965 87-0 (2021)
Author: Beckley, Michelle | et. al.
Relating to the authority of the Public Utility Commission of Texas to ensure the Electric Reliability Council of Texas has adequate reserve power to prevent blackout conditions.
House: State Affairs
Referred to State Affairs
| Disaster Preparedness & Relief | ELECTRIC RELIABILITY COUNCIL OF TEXAS (ERCOT) | PUBLIC UTILITY COMMISSION | Utilities--Electric
HB 2016 87-0 (2021)
Author: Thierry, Shawn
Relating to the authority of the Public Utility Commission of Texas to ensure the Electric Reliability Council of Texas has adequate reserve power to prevent blackout conditions.
House: State Affairs
Referred to State Affairs
| Disaster Preparedness & Relief | ELECTRIC RELIABILITY COUNCIL OF TEXAS (ERCOT) | PUBLIC UTILITY COMMISSION | Utilities--Electric
HB 2034 87-0 (2021)
Author: Raymond, Richard Peña
Relating to the governing body of the independent organization certified to manage the ERCOT power region.
House: State Affairs
Referred to State Affairs
| ELECTRIC RELIABILITY COUNCIL OF TEXAS (ERCOT) | PUBLIC UTILITY COMMISSION | Utilities--Electric
HB 2050 87-0 (2021)
Author: González, Jessica | et. al.
Relating to energy emergency alerts and notifications in the ERCOT power region.
House: State Affairs
Referred to State Affairs
| ALERT SYSTEM | ELECTRIC RELIABILITY COUNCIL OF TEXAS (ERCOT) | PUBLIC UTILITY COMMISSION | Utilities--Electric
HB 2078 87-0 (2021)
Author: Reynolds, Ron
Relating to the governing body of the independent organization certified to manage the ERCOT power region.
House: State Affairs
Referred to State Affairs
| ELECTRIC RELIABILITY COUNCIL OF TEXAS (ERCOT) | PUBLIC UTILITY COMMISSION | Utilities--Electric
HB 2221 87-0 (2021)
Author: Canales, Terry | et. al.
Relating to mobile source emissions reductions and transportation electrification; authorizing a surcharge.
House: State Affairs
Committee report sent to Calendars
| AFFORDABLE HOUSING CORPORATION, TEXAS STATE | ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT & TOURISM OFFICE, TEXAS | ELECTRIC RELIABILITY COUNCIL OF TEXAS (ERCOT) | EMERGENCY MANAGEMENT, TEXAS DIVISION OF | Energy--Alternative Fuels | ENVIRONMENTAL QUALITY, TEXAS COMMISSION ON | HOUSING & COMMUNITY AFFAIRS, TEXAS DEPARTMENT OF | HYBRID VEHICLES | LICENSING & REGULATION, TEXAS COMMISSION OF | LICENSING & REGULATION, TEXAS DEPARTMENT OF | MOTOR VEHICLES, TEXAS DEPARTMENT OF | PUBLIC UTILITY COMMISSION | State Agencies, Boards & Commissions--Newly Proposed | STATE ENERGY CONSERVATION OFFICE | TRANSPORTATION ELECTRIFICATION COUNCIL, TEXAS | TRANSPORTATION, TEXAS DEPARTMENT OF | Utilities--Electric | Vehicles & Traffic--General
HB 2354 87-0 (2021)
Author: Holland, Justin
Relating to the governing body of the independent organization to ensure access, reliability, adequacy, production, and market information of the ERCOT power region.
House: State Affairs
Referred to State Affairs
| ELECTRIC RELIABILITY COUNCIL OF TEXAS (ERCOT) | PUBLIC UTILITY COMMISSION | Utilities--Electric
HB 2467 87-0 (2021)
Author: Price, Four
Relating to the governing body and executive management team of the independent organization certified to manage the ERCOT power region.
House: State Affairs
Referred to State Affairs
| ELECTRIC RELIABILITY COUNCIL OF TEXAS (ERCOT) | Governor | PUBLIC UTILITY COMMISSION | Utilities--Electric
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
| ELECTRIC RELIABILITY COUNCIL OF TEXAS (ERCOT) | PUBLIC UTILITY COMMISSION | Utilities--Electric | Utilities--General
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
| ELECTRIC RELIABILITY COUNCIL OF TEXAS (ERCOT) | PUBLIC UTILITY COMMISSION | Utilities--Electric | Utilities--General
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
| ELECTRIC RELIABILITY COUNCIL OF TEXAS (ERCOT) | PUBLIC UTILITY COMMISSION | Utilities--Electric | Utilities--General
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
| ELECTRIC RELIABILITY COUNCIL OF TEXAS (ERCOT) | PUBLIC UTILITY COMMISSION | Utilities--Electric | Utilities--General
HB 2522 87-0 (2021)
Author: Metcalf, Will
Relating to the governing body of the independent organization certified to manage the ERCOT power region.
House: State Affairs
Referred to State Affairs
| ELECTRIC RELIABILITY COUNCIL OF TEXAS (ERCOT) | Governor | LIEUTENANT GOVERNOR | PUBLIC UTILITY COMMISSION | SPEAKER OF THE HOUSE | Utilities--Electric
HB 2529 87-0 (2021)
Author: Davis, Yvonne
Relating to the membership of the governing body of the independent organization certified for the ERCOT power region.
House: State Affairs
Referred to State Affairs
| ELECTRIC RELIABILITY COUNCIL OF TEXAS (ERCOT) | PUBLIC UTILITY COMMISSION | Utilities--Electric
HB 2544 87-0 (2021)
Author: Dominguez, Alex
Relating to the governing body of the independent organization certified to manage the ERCOT power region.
House: State Affairs
Referred to State Affairs
| ELECTRIC RELIABILITY COUNCIL OF TEXAS (ERCOT) | PUBLIC UTILITY COMMISSION | Utilities--Electric
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
| ELECTRIC RELIABILITY COUNCIL OF TEXAS (ERCOT) | Energy--General | PUBLIC UTILITY COMMISSION | RAILROAD COMMISSION | Utilities--Electric | Utilities--General
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
| AUDITS & AUDITORS | ELECTRIC RELIABILITY COUNCIL OF TEXAS (ERCOT) | PUBLIC UTILITY COMMISSION | Utilities--Electric | Utilities--General
HB 2599 87-0 (2021)
Author: Paul, Dennis | et. al.
Relating to ownership and use of mobile batteries to restore electric service after a natural disaster in the ERCOT power region.
House: State Affairs
Referred to State Affairs
| Disaster Preparedness & Relief | ELECTRIC RELIABILITY COUNCIL OF TEXAS (ERCOT) | Energy--Fuel Storage | PUBLIC UTILITY COMMISSION | Utilities--Electric
HB 2630 87-0 (2021)
Author: Leach, Jeff
Relating to the governing body and corporate officers of the independent organization certified to manage the ERCOT power region.
House: State Affairs
Referred to State Affairs
| ELECTRIC RELIABILITY COUNCIL OF TEXAS (ERCOT) | PUBLIC UTILITY COMMISSION | Utilities--Electric
HB 2638 87-0 (2021)
Author: Meza, Thresa "Terry" | et. al.
Relating to periods of customer curtailment for multifamily properties during rolling blackouts.
House: State Affairs
Referred to State Affairs
| ELECTRIC RELIABILITY COUNCIL OF TEXAS (ERCOT) | PUBLIC UTILITY COMMISSION | Utilities--Electric
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
| ELECTRIC RELIABILITY COUNCIL OF TEXAS (ERCOT) | PUBLIC UTILITY COMMISSION | Sunset--Recommended Reviews | Utilities--Electric | Utilities--General
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
| ELECTRIC RELIABILITY COUNCIL OF TEXAS (ERCOT) | PUBLIC UTILITY COMMISSION | Utilities--Electric | Utilities--General
HB 2686 87-0 (2021)
Author: Reynolds, Ron
Relating to interconnection of transmission facilities in ERCOT with transmission facilities outside of ERCOT.
House: State Affairs
Referred to State Affairs
| ELECTRIC RELIABILITY COUNCIL OF TEXAS (ERCOT) | PUBLIC UTILITY COMMISSION | Utilities--Electric
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
| ELECTRIC RELIABILITY COUNCIL OF TEXAS (ERCOT) | Utilities--Electric | Utilities--General
HB 2818 87-0 (2021)
Author: Thierry, Shawn
Relating to use of electric energy storage facilities in the ERCOT power region.
House: State Affairs
Referred to State Affairs
| ELECTRIC RELIABILITY COUNCIL OF TEXAS (ERCOT) | Energy--General | PUBLIC UTILITY COMMISSION | Utilities--Electric
HB 2820 87-0 (2021)
Author: Thierry, Shawn
Relating to the development of electricity demand response programs.
House: State Affairs
Referred to State Affairs
| ELECTRIC RELIABILITY COUNCIL OF TEXAS (ERCOT) | Energy--Conservation | PUBLIC UTILITY COMMISSION | Utilities--Electric
HB 2839 87-0 (2021)
Author: Longoria, Oscar | et. al.
Relating to the governing body of the independent organization certified to manage the ERCOT power region.
House: State Affairs
Referred to State Affairs
| ELECTRIC RELIABILITY COUNCIL OF TEXAS (ERCOT) | PUBLIC UTILITY COMMISSION | RESIDENCY REQUIREMENTS | Utilities--Electric
HB 2982 87-0 (2021)
Author: Paul, Dennis
Relating to the creation of a joint interim committee to study the reliability of the ERCOT electric grid.
House: House Administration
Left pending in committee
| ELECTRIC RELIABILITY COUNCIL OF TEXAS (ERCOT) | Interim Studies | Legislature | LIEUTENANT GOVERNOR | SPEAKER OF THE HOUSE | Utilities--Electric
HB 3061 87-0 (2021)
Author: Davis, Yvonne
Relating to the generation of electricity in this state.
House: State Affairs
Referred to State Affairs
| ELECTRIC RELIABILITY COUNCIL OF TEXAS (ERCOT) | PUBLIC UTILITY COMMISSION | Utilities--Electric | Utilities--General
HB 3062 87-0 (2021)
Author: Thierry, Shawn
Relating to the governing body of the independent organization certified to manage the ERCOT power region.
House: State Affairs
Referred to State Affairs
| ELECTRIC RELIABILITY COUNCIL OF TEXAS (ERCOT) | PUBLIC UTILITY COMMISSION | RESIDENCY REQUIREMENTS | Utilities--Electric
HB 3166 87-0 (2021)
Author: Crockett, Jasmine
Relating to wholesale electricity prices in the ERCOT power region during and after a state of disaster.
House: State Affairs
Referred to State Affairs
| Disaster Preparedness & Relief | ELECTRIC RELIABILITY COUNCIL OF TEXAS (ERCOT) | Utilities--Electric
HB 3177 87-0 (2021)
Author: Rosenthal, Jon | et. al.
Relating to accessing transmission service and power at wholesale outside of the ERCOT power region.
House: State Affairs
Referred to State Affairs
| City Government--Utilities | ELECTRIC RELIABILITY COUNCIL OF TEXAS (ERCOT) | PUBLIC UTILITY COMMISSION | Utilities--Electric
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
| ELECTRIC RELIABILITY COUNCIL OF TEXAS (ERCOT) | PUBLIC UTILITY COMMISSION | Utilities--Electric | Utilities--General
HB 3179 87-0 (2021)
Author: Rosenthal, Jon | et. al.
Relating to electric power purchased for the ERCOT power region.
House: State Affairs
Referred to State Affairs
| ELECTRIC RELIABILITY COUNCIL OF TEXAS (ERCOT) | PUBLIC UTILITY COMMISSION | Utilities--Electric
HB 3180 87-0 (2021)
Author: Rosenthal, Jon
Relating to eligibility criteria regarding commissioners of 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
| ELECTRIC RELIABILITY COUNCIL OF TEXAS (ERCOT) | PUBLIC UTILITY COMMISSION | RESIDENCY REQUIREMENTS | Utilities--Electric
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
| Disaster Preparedness & Relief | ELECTRIC RELIABILITY COUNCIL OF TEXAS (ERCOT) | Energy--General | PUBLIC UTILITY COMMISSION | RAILROAD COMMISSION | Utilities--Electric | Utilities--General
HB 3362 87-0 (2021)
Author: Reynolds, Ron
Relating to the provision of electricity service in this state.
House: State Affairs
Referred to State Affairs
| ELECTRIC RELIABILITY COUNCIL OF TEXAS (ERCOT) | PUBLIC UTILITY COMMISSION | Utilities--Electric
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
| Disaster Preparedness & Relief | ELECTRIC RELIABILITY COUNCIL OF TEXAS (ERCOT) | Energy--General | PUBLIC UTILITY COMMISSION | Utilities--Electric | Utilities--General
HB 3468 87-0 (2021)
Author: Hinojosa, Gina
Relating to the composition of the governing body of the independent organization certified to manage the ERCOT power region.
House: State Affairs
Referred to State Affairs
| CLIMATOLOGY & CLIMATOLOGISTS | ELECTRIC RELIABILITY COUNCIL OF TEXAS (ERCOT) | PUBLIC UTILITY COMMISSION | Utilities--Electric
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
| Disaster Preparedness & Relief | ELECTRIC RELIABILITY COUNCIL OF TEXAS (ERCOT) | Governor | PUBLIC UTILITY COMMISSION | SENATE, TEXAS | Utilities--Electric | Utilities--General
HB 3637 87-0 (2021)
Author: Goodwin, Vikki
Relating to mobile source emissions reductions and transportation electrification; authorizing a fee.
House: State Affairs
Referred to State Affairs
| AFFORDABLE HOUSING CORPORATION, TEXAS STATE | ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT & TOURISM OFFICE, TEXAS | ELECTRIC RELIABILITY COUNCIL OF TEXAS (ERCOT) | EMERGENCY MANAGEMENT, TEXAS DIVISION OF | Energy--Alternative Fuels | ENVIRONMENTAL QUALITY, TEXAS COMMISSION ON | HOUSING & COMMUNITY AFFAIRS, TEXAS DEPARTMENT OF | HYBRID VEHICLES | LICENSING & REGULATION, TEXAS DEPARTMENT OF | MOTOR VEHICLES, TEXAS DEPARTMENT OF | PUBLIC UTILITY COMMISSION | State Agencies, Boards & Commissions--Newly Proposed | STATE ENERGY CONSERVATION OFFICE | TRANSPORTATION ELECTRIFICATION COUNCIL, TEXAS | TRANSPORTATION, TEXAS DEPARTMENT OF | Utilities--Electric
HB 3700 87-0 (2021)
Author: Hernandez, Ana
Relating to certain calculations made for load shedding in the ERCOT power region.
House: State Affairs
Referred to State Affairs
| ELECTRIC RELIABILITY COUNCIL OF TEXAS (ERCOT) | PUBLIC UTILITY COMMISSION | Utilities--Electric
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
| AUDITS & AUDITORS | Disaster Preparedness & Relief | ELECTRIC RELIABILITY COUNCIL OF TEXAS (ERCOT) | Governor | INTERNET | PUBLIC UTILITY COMMISSION | State Agencies, Boards & Commissions | Utilities--General
HB 3792 87-0 (2021)
Author: Shaheen, Matt | et. al.
Relating to protecting the population of Texas, its environment, and its most vulnerable communities, promoting the resilience of the electric grid and certain municipalities.
House: State Affairs
Referred to State Affairs
| ELECTRIC RELIABILITY COUNCIL OF TEXAS (ERCOT) | EMERGENCY MANAGEMENT, TEXAS DIVISION OF | GRID SECURITY COMMISSION, TEXAS | INFORMATION RESOURCES, DEPARTMENT OF | MILITARY DEPARTMENT, TEXAS | MILITARY PREPAREDNESS COMMISSION, TEXAS | RISK MANAGEMENT, STATE OFFICE OF | Safety | STATE-FEDERAL RELATIONS, OFFICE OF | Utilities--Electric
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
| ELECTRIC RELIABILITY COUNCIL OF TEXAS (ERCOT) | Energy--General | Oil & Gas | RAILROAD COMMISSION | STATE CLIMATOLOGIST, TEXAS | Utilities--Electric | Utilities--General
HB 3936 87-0 (2021)
Author: Sanford, Scott
Relating to the governing body and corporate officers of the independent organization certified to manage the ERCOT power region.
House: State Affairs
Referred to State Affairs
| ELECTRIC RELIABILITY COUNCIL OF TEXAS (ERCOT) | PUBLIC UTILITY COMMISSION | RESIDENCY REQUIREMENTS | Utilities--Electric
HB 4120 87-0 (2021)
Author: Deshotel, Joe | et. al.
Relating to the efficient use and generation of electricity by public schools.
House: State Affairs
Committee report sent to Calendars
| Education--Primary & Secondary--Charter Schools | Education--Primary & Secondary--Facilities | Education--Primary & Secondary--General | Education--School Districts | ELECTRIC RELIABILITY COUNCIL OF TEXAS (ERCOT) | Energy--Conservation | ENVIRONMENTAL QUALITY, TEXAS COMMISSION ON | RENEWABLE ENERGY | SCHOOL BUSES & SCHOOL BUS DRIVERS | Transportation--Miscellaneous | Utilities--Electric | VEHICLE EMISSIONS
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
| ELECTRIC RELIABILITY COUNCIL OF TEXAS (ERCOT) | PUBLIC UTILITY COMMISSION | Utilities--Electric | Utilities--General
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
| ELECTRIC RELIABILITY COUNCIL OF TEXAS (ERCOT) | INSPECTOR GENERAL, OFFICE OF (PUBLIC UTILITY COMMISSION) | PUBLIC UTILITY COMMISSION | State Agencies, Boards & Commissions | Utilities--General
HB 4224 87-0 (2021)
Author: Bucy III, John
Relating to the winter weather emergency preparedness of facilities for providing electric service.
House: State Affairs
Referred to State Affairs
| Disaster Preparedness & Relief | ELECTRIC RELIABILITY COUNCIL OF TEXAS (ERCOT) | PUBLIC UTILITY COMMISSION | Utilities--Electric
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
| ELECTRIC RELIABILITY COUNCIL OF TEXAS (ERCOT) | Energy--General | PUBLIC UTILITY COMMISSION | Utilities--Electric | Utilities--General
HB 4323 87-0 (2021)
Author: Larson, Lyle
Relating to the development of a plan to reregulate the electric market in this state.
House: State Affairs
Referred to State Affairs
| ELECTRIC RELIABILITY COUNCIL OF TEXAS (ERCOT) | PUBLIC UTILITY COMMISSION | Utilities--Electric
HB 4462 87-0 (2021)
Author: Hinojosa, Gina
Relating to statewide requirements for electric energy storage.
House: State Affairs
Referred to State Affairs
| ELECTRIC RELIABILITY COUNCIL OF TEXAS (ERCOT) | Energy--General | PUBLIC UTILITY COMMISSION | Utilities--Electric
HB 4466 87-0 (2021)
Author: King, Phil
Relating to the responsibility for ancillary services costs incurred for the operation of intermittent wind and solar resources.
House: State Affairs
Left pending in committee
| ELECTRIC RELIABILITY COUNCIL OF TEXAS (ERCOT) | Energy--Solar | PUBLIC UTILITY COMMISSION | Purchasing--State | Utilities--Electric
HB 4492 87-0 (2021)
Author: Paddie, ChrisSponsor: Hancock, Kelly
Relating to financing certain costs associated with electric markets; granting authority to issue bonds; authorizing fees.
House: State Affairs Senate: Business & Commerce
Effective immediately
| BONDS | COMPTROLLER OF PUBLIC ACCOUNTS | Courts--District | Disaster Preparedness & Relief | ELECTRIC RELIABILITY COUNCIL OF TEXAS (ERCOT) | ELECTRIC SECURITIZATION CORPORATION, TEXAS | Energy--General | PUBLIC UTILITY COMMISSION | SECRETARY OF STATE | SUPREME COURT | Utilities--Electric
HB 4502 87-0 (2021)
Author: Vasut, Cody
Relating to cost recovery for costs arising from the interconnection of certain electric generation facilities with the ERCOT transmission system.
House: State Affairs
Left pending in committee
| ELECTRIC RELIABILITY COUNCIL OF TEXAS (ERCOT) | Energy--Fuel Storage | PUBLIC UTILITY COMMISSION | Utilities--Electric
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
| Disaster Preparedness & Relief | ELECTRIC RELIABILITY COUNCIL OF TEXAS (ERCOT) | PUBLIC UTILITY COMMISSION | Utilities--Electric | Utilities--General
HB 4542 87-0 (2021)
Author: Martinez Fischer, Trey
Relating to municipally owned utilities in ERCOT accessing transmission service and power at wholesale outside of ERCOT.
House: State Affairs
Referred to State Affairs
| City Government--Utilities | ELECTRIC RELIABILITY COUNCIL OF TEXAS (ERCOT) | PUBLIC UTILITY COMMISSION | Utilities--Electric
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
| Disaster Preparedness & Relief | ELECTRIC RELIABILITY COUNCIL OF TEXAS (ERCOT) | EMERGENCY MANAGEMENT, TEXAS DIVISION OF | Governor | PUBLIC UTILITY COMMISSION | Utilities--Electric | Utilities--General
HB 4559 87-0 (2021)
Author: Anchía, Rafael
Relating to the load shed protocols within the ERCOT power region; authorizing a study.
House: State Affairs
Referred to State Affairs
| Disaster Preparedness & Relief | ELECTRIC RELIABILITY COUNCIL OF TEXAS (ERCOT) | Energy--General | PUBLIC UTILITY COMMISSION | Utilities--Electric
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
| ELECTRIC RELIABILITY COUNCIL OF TEXAS (ERCOT) | LIEUTENANT GOVERNOR | PUBLIC UTILITY COMMISSION | PUBLIC UTILITY COUNSEL, OFFICE OF | SPEAKER OF THE HOUSE | State Agencies, Boards & Commissions | Utilities--General
HB 4562 87-0 (2021)
Author: Anchía, Rafael | et. al.
Relating to the extreme weather emergency preparedness of facilities providing gas or fuel to be used in the production of an electric service; requiring reporting.
House: Energy Resources
Referred to Energy Resources
| ELECTRIC RELIABILITY COUNCIL OF TEXAS (ERCOT) | Electronic Information Systems | Oil & Gas | RAILROAD COMMISSION | Utilities--Natural Gas
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
| ELECTRIC RELIABILITY COUNCIL OF TEXAS (ERCOT) | Governor | LIEUTENANT GOVERNOR | PUBLIC UTILITY COMMISSION | PUBLIC UTILITY COUNSEL, OFFICE OF | RESIDENCY REQUIREMENTS | SPEAKER OF THE HOUSE | Utilities--Electric | Utilities--General
SB 3 87-0 (2021)
Author: Schwertner, Charles | et. al.Sponsor: Paddie, Chris
Relating to preparing for, preventing, and responding to weather emergencies and power outages; increasing the amount of administrative and civil penalties.
House: State Affairs Senate: Jurisprudence
Effective immediately
| ALERT SYSTEM | City Government--Utilities | Disaster Preparedness & Relief | ELECTRIC RELIABILITY COUNCIL OF TEXAS (ERCOT) | ELECTRICITY SUPPLY CHAIN SECURITY & MAPPING COMMITTEE, TEXAS | EMERGENCY MANAGEMENT, TEXAS DIVISION OF | ENERGY DISASTER RELIABILITY COUNCIL, TEXAS | ENERGY RELIABILITY COUNCIL, TEXAS (TERC) | Energy--General | ENVIRONMENTAL QUALITY, TEXAS COMMISSION ON | Governor | LIEUTENANT GOVERNOR | Oil & Gas | PIPELINE SAFETY | PUBLIC SAFETY, DEPARTMENT OF | PUBLIC UTILITY COMMISSION | PUBLIC UTILITY COUNSEL, OFFICE OF | RAILROAD COMMISSION | SIGNS | SPEAKER OF THE HOUSE | STATE ENERGY PLAN ADVISORY COMMITTEE | TRANSPORTATION COMMISSION, TEXAS | TRANSPORTATION, TEXAS DEPARTMENT OF | Utilities--Electric | Utilities--Water & Sewer
SB 415 87-0 (2021)
Author: Hancock, KellySponsor: Holland, Justin | et. al.
Relating to use of electric energy storage facilities in the ERCOT power region.
House: State Affairs Senate: Business & Commerce
Effective on 9/1/21
| ELECTRIC RELIABILITY COUNCIL OF TEXAS (ERCOT) | Energy--General | PUBLIC UTILITY COMMISSION | Utilities--Electric
SB 743 87-0 (2021)
Author: Springer, Drew | et. al.
Relating to the governing body of the independent organization to ensure access, reliability, adequacy, production, and market information of the ERCOT power region.
Senate: Business & Commerce
Referred to Business & Commerce
| ELECTRIC RELIABILITY COUNCIL OF TEXAS (ERCOT) | PUBLIC UTILITY COMMISSION | Utilities--Electric
SB 761 87-0 (2021)
Author: Seliger, Kel | et. al.
Relating to the governing body of the independent organization certified to manage the ERCOT power region.
Senate: Business & Commerce
Referred to Business & Commerce
| ELECTRIC RELIABILITY COUNCIL OF TEXAS (ERCOT) | PUBLIC UTILITY COMMISSION | Utilities--Electric
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
| City Government--Utilities | Disaster Preparedness & Relief | ELECTRIC RELIABILITY COUNCIL OF TEXAS (ERCOT) | PUBLIC UTILITY COMMISSION | Utilities--Electric | Utilities--General | Utilities--Natural Gas | Utilities--Water & Sewer
SB 835 87-0 (2021)
Author: Alvarado, Carol
Relating to the governing body of the independent organization certified to manage the ERCOT power region.
Senate: Business & Commerce
Referred to Business & Commerce
| ELECTRIC RELIABILITY COUNCIL OF TEXAS (ERCOT) | PUBLIC UTILITY COMMISSION | Utilities--Electric
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
| AUDITS & AUDITORS | ELECTRIC RELIABILITY COUNCIL OF TEXAS (ERCOT) | PUBLIC UTILITY COMMISSION | Utilities--Electric | Utilities--General
SB 1272 87-0 (2021)
Author: Paxton, Angela
Relating to the sunset review process and certain governmental entities subject to that process.
Senate: Administration
Referred to Administration
| ELECTRIC RELIABILITY COUNCIL OF TEXAS (ERCOT) | PUBLIC UTILITY COMMISSION | PUBLIC UTILITY COUNSEL, OFFICE OF | SUNSET ADVISORY COMMISSION | Sunset--Commission Bills | Sunset--Review Procedures
SB 1278 87-0 (2021)
Author: Hancock, Kelly
Relating to the responsibility for ancillary services costs incurred for the operation of intermittent generation resources.
House: State Affairs Senate: Business & Commerce
Referred to State Affairs
| ELECTRIC RELIABILITY COUNCIL OF TEXAS (ERCOT) | Energy--Solar | PUBLIC UTILITY COMMISSION | Purchasing--State | Utilities--Electric
SB 1281 87-0 (2021)
Author: Hancock, KellySponsor: King, Phil
Relating to a reliability assessment of the ERCOT power grid and certificates of public convenience and necessity for certain transmission projects.
House: State Affairs Senate: Business & Commerce
Effective on 9/1/21
| Disaster Preparedness & Relief | ELECTRIC RELIABILITY COUNCIL OF TEXAS (ERCOT) | PUBLIC UTILITY COMMISSION | Utilities--Electric
SB 1282 87-0 (2021)
Author: Hancock, Kelly | et. al.Sponsor: Paddie, Chris | et. al.
Relating to cost recovery for costs arising from the interconnection of certain electric generation facilities with the ERCOT transmission system.
House: State Affairs Senate: Business & Commerce
Postponed
| ELECTRIC RELIABILITY COUNCIL OF TEXAS (ERCOT) | Energy--Fuel Storage | PUBLIC UTILITY COMMISSION | Utilities--Electric
SB 1303 87-0 (2021)
Author: Blanco, César
Relating to the efficient use and generation of electricity by public schools.
Senate: Business & Commerce
Referred to Business & Commerce
| Education--Primary & Secondary--Charter Schools | Education--Primary & Secondary--Facilities | Education--Primary & Secondary--General | Education--School Districts | ELECTRIC RELIABILITY COUNCIL OF TEXAS (ERCOT) | Energy--Conservation | ENVIRONMENTAL QUALITY, TEXAS COMMISSION ON | RENEWABLE ENERGY | SCHOOL BUSES & SCHOOL BUS DRIVERS | Transportation--Miscellaneous | Utilities--Electric | VEHICLE EMISSIONS
SB 1325 87-0 (2021)
Author: Hinojosa, Juan | et. al.
Relating to certificates of public convenience and necessity for certain transmission projects.
Senate: Business & Commerce
Co-author authorized
| ELECTRIC RELIABILITY COUNCIL OF TEXAS (ERCOT) | PUBLIC UTILITY COMMISSION | Utilities--Electric
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
| ELECTRIC RELIABILITY COUNCIL OF TEXAS (ERCOT) | Energy--Fuel Storage | Energy--General | Utilities--Electric | Utilities--General
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
| ELECTRIC RELIABILITY COUNCIL OF TEXAS (ERCOT) | PUBLIC UTILITY COMMISSION | Utilities--Electric | Utilities--General
SB 1593 87-0 (2021)
Author: Bettencourt, Paul
Relating to ensuring system reliability of electricity generation through use of a compliance monitor and an enforcement division of the Public Utility Commission of Texas.
Senate: Jurisprudence
Referred to Jurisprudence
| ELECTRIC RELIABILITY COUNCIL OF TEXAS (ERCOT) | PUBLIC UTILITY COMMISSION | Utilities--Electric
SB 1606 87-0 (2021)
Author: Hall, Bob | et. al.
Relating to the resilience of the electric grid and certain municipalities.
House: State Affairs Senate: Business & Commerce
Referred to State Affairs
| Disaster Preparedness & Relief | ELECTRIC RELIABILITY COUNCIL OF TEXAS (ERCOT) | EMERGENCY MANAGEMENT, TEXAS DIVISION OF | Energy--General | GRID SECURITY COMMISSION, TEXAS | INFORMATION RESOURCES, DEPARTMENT OF | MILITARY DEPARTMENT, TEXAS | MILITARY PREPAREDNESS COMMISSION, TEXAS | RISK MANAGEMENT, STATE OFFICE OF | Safety | STATE-FEDERAL RELATIONS, OFFICE OF | Utilities--Electric
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
| ELECTRIC RELIABILITY COUNCIL OF TEXAS (ERCOT) | Energy--General | Governor | PUBLIC UTILITY COMMISSION | Utilities--Electric | Utilities--General
SB 1728 87-0 (2021)
Author: Schwertner, Charles | et. al.Sponsor: Canales, Terry
Relating to the equalization for road use by and public charging infrastructure for alternatively fueled vehicles; authorizing a fee and a surcharge.
House: Transportation Senate: Transportation
Returned to Calendars Committee
| AFFORDABLE HOUSING CORPORATION, TEXAS STATE | ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT & TOURISM OFFICE, TEXAS | ELECTRIC RELIABILITY COUNCIL OF TEXAS (ERCOT) | EMERGENCY MANAGEMENT, TEXAS DIVISION OF | Energy--Alternative Fuels | ENVIRONMENTAL QUALITY, TEXAS COMMISSION ON | Fees & Other Nontax Revenue--State | HOUSING & COMMUNITY AFFAIRS, TEXAS DEPARTMENT OF | HYBRID VEHICLES | LICENSING & REGULATION, TEXAS DEPARTMENT OF | MOTOR VEHICLE BOARD | MOTOR VEHICLES, TEXAS DEPARTMENT OF | PUBLIC SAFETY, DEPARTMENT OF | PUBLIC UTILITY COMMISSION | STATE ENERGY CONSERVATION OFFICE | TRANSPORTATION ELECTRIFICATION COUNCIL, TEXAS | TRANSPORTATION, TEXAS DEPARTMENT OF | Vehicles & Traffic--Vehicle Registration
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
| ELECTRIC RELIABILITY COUNCIL OF TEXAS (ERCOT) | Oil & Gas | PUBLIC UTILITY COMMISSION | RAILROAD COMMISSION | Utilities--Electric | Utilities--General
SB 1750 87-0 (2021)
Author: Hancock, Kelly | et. al.
Relating to extreme weather preparedness of critical electric and natural gas infrastructure; authorizing administrative penalties.
House: State Affairs Senate: Business & Commerce
Referred to State Affairs
| Disaster Preparedness & Relief | ELECTRIC RELIABILITY COUNCIL OF TEXAS (ERCOT) | EMERGENCY MANAGEMENT, TEXAS DIVISION OF | Oil & Gas | PUBLIC UTILITY COMMISSION | RAILROAD COMMISSION | Utilities--Electric | Utilities--Natural Gas
SB 1843 87-0 (2021)
Author: Eckhardt, Sarah
Relating to the weather preparedness of facilities for providing electric service.
Senate: Business & Commerce
Referred to Business & Commerce
| Disaster Preparedness & Relief | ELECTRIC RELIABILITY COUNCIL OF TEXAS (ERCOT) | PUBLIC UTILITY COMMISSION | Utilities--Electric
SB 2052 87-0 (2021)
Author: Menéndez, José
Relating to the provision of electricity service in this state.
Senate: Business & Commerce
Referred to Business & Commerce
| ELECTRIC RELIABILITY COUNCIL OF TEXAS (ERCOT) | PUBLIC UTILITY COMMISSION | Utilities--Electric
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
| Disaster Preparedness & Relief | ELECTRIC RELIABILITY COUNCIL OF TEXAS (ERCOT) | Energy--General | PUBLIC UTILITY COMMISSION | Utilities--Electric | Utilities--General
SB 2077 87-0 (2021)
Author: Menéndez, José
Relating to a study of certain Electric Reliability Council of Texas actions.
Senate: Business & Commerce
Referred to Business & Commerce
| ELECTRIC RELIABILITY COUNCIL OF TEXAS (ERCOT) | Governor | SENATE, TEXAS | Utilities--Electric
SB 2109 87-0 (2021)
Author: Schwertner, Charles
Relating to the provision of electricity service in this state.
Senate: Jurisprudence
Left pending in committee
| ELECTRIC RELIABILITY COUNCIL OF TEXAS (ERCOT) | PUBLIC UTILITY COMMISSION | Utilities--Electric
SB 2142 87-0 (2021)
Author: Hughes, Bryan
Relating to correcting the prices of wholesale power and ancillary services sold in the ERCOT market during a certain period.
House: State Affairs Senate: Jurisprudence
Referred to State Affairs
| ELECTRIC RELIABILITY COUNCIL OF TEXAS (ERCOT) | PUBLIC UTILITY COMMISSION | Utilities--Electric
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
| BONDS | Corporations & Associations | ELECTRIC RELIABILITY COUNCIL OF TEXAS (ERCOT) | ELECTRIC SECURITIZATION CORPORATION, TEXAS | PUBLIC UTILITY COMMISSION | SECRETARY OF STATE | Utilities--Electric | Utilities--General
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
| City Government--Utilities | Disaster Preparedness & Relief | ELECTRIC RELIABILITY COUNCIL OF TEXAS (ERCOT) | EMERGENCY MANAGEMENT, TEXAS DIVISION OF | Energy--General | GRID SECURITY COMMISSION, TEXAS | INFORMATION RESOURCES, DEPARTMENT OF | MILITARY DEPARTMENT, TEXAS | MILITARY PREPAREDNESS COMMISSION, TEXAS | NATIONAL GUARD, TEXAS | RISK MANAGEMENT, STATE OFFICE OF | Safety | State Agencies, Boards & Commissions--Newly Proposed | STATE-FEDERAL RELATIONS, OFFICE OF | Utilities--Electric | Utilities--General
HB 63 87-1 (2021)
Author: Beckley, Michelle
Relating to reports regarding inadequate power supply in the ERCOT power region.
Filed
| ELECTRIC RELIABILITY COUNCIL OF TEXAS (ERCOT) | Utilities--Electric | Utilities--General
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
| ELECTRIC RELIABILITY COUNCIL OF TEXAS (ERCOT) | PUBLIC UTILITY COMMISSION | Utilities--Electric | Utilities--General
HB 132 87-1 (2021)
Author: Raymond, Richard Peña
Relating to the target planning reserve margin for ERCOT.
Filed
| ELECTRIC RELIABILITY COUNCIL OF TEXAS (ERCOT) | Energy--General | PUBLIC UTILITY COMMISSION | Utilities--Electric | Utilities--General
HB 142 87-1 (2021)
Author: Dominguez, Alex
Relating to the members of the governing body of an independent organization certified for the ERCOT power region.
Filed
| ELECTRIC RELIABILITY COUNCIL OF TEXAS (ERCOT) | Utilities--Electric
HB 161 87-1 (2021)
Author: Reynolds, Ron
Relating to interconnection of transmission facilities in ERCOT with transmission facilities outside of ERCOT.
Filed
| ELECTRIC RELIABILITY COUNCIL OF TEXAS (ERCOT) | PUBLIC UTILITY COMMISSION | Utilities--Electric
HB 218 87-1 (2021)
Author: Patterson, Jared
Relating to electricity pricing rules and operating procedures that eliminate or compensate for market distortion caused by certain federal tax credits.
Filed
| ELECTRIC RELIABILITY COUNCIL OF TEXAS (ERCOT) | PUBLIC UTILITY COMMISSION | Utilities--Electric
HB 275 87-1 (2021)
Author: Rosenthal, Jon
Relating to electric power purchased for the ERCOT power region.
Filed
| ELECTRIC RELIABILITY COUNCIL OF TEXAS (ERCOT) | PUBLIC UTILITY COMMISSION | Utilities--Electric
HB 277 87-1 (2021)
Author: Rosenthal, Jon
Relating to accessing transmission service and power at wholesale outside of the ERCOT power region.
Filed
| ELECTRIC RELIABILITY COUNCIL OF TEXAS (ERCOT) | PUBLIC UTILITY COMMISSION | Utilities--Electric
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
| ELECTRIC RELIABILITY COUNCIL OF TEXAS (ERCOT) | Energy--General | Utilities--Electric | Utilities--General
SB 28 87-1 (2021)
Author: Hall, Bob
Relating to the resilience of the electric grid and certain municipalities.
Filed
| ADJUTANT GENERAL | Disaster Preparedness & Relief | ELECTRIC RELIABILITY COUNCIL OF TEXAS (ERCOT) | EMERGENCY MANAGEMENT, TEXAS DIVISION OF | Energy--General | GRID SECURITY COMMISSION, TEXAS | INFORMATION RESOURCES, DEPARTMENT OF | MILITARY DEPARTMENT, TEXAS | MILITARY PREPAREDNESS COMMISSION, TEXAS | RISK MANAGEMENT, STATE OFFICE OF | State Agencies, Boards & Commissions--Newly Proposed | STATE-FEDERAL RELATIONS, OFFICE OF | Utilities--Electric
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
| ELECTRIC RELIABILITY COUNCIL OF TEXAS (ERCOT) | PUBLIC UTILITY COMMISSION | Utilities--Electric | Utilities--General
HB 68 87-2 (2021)
Author: Reynolds, Ron
Relating to interconnection of transmission facilities in ERCOT with transmission facilities outside of ERCOT.
Filed
| ELECTRIC RELIABILITY COUNCIL OF TEXAS (ERCOT) | PUBLIC UTILITY COMMISSION | Utilities--Electric
HB 197 87-2 (2021)
Author: Dominguez, Alex
Relating to the members of the governing body of an independent organization certified for the ERCOT power region.
Filed
| ELECTRIC RELIABILITY COUNCIL OF TEXAS (ERCOT) | Utilities--Electric
HB 230 87-2 (2021)
Author: Rosenthal, Jon
Relating to accessing transmission service and power at wholesale outside of the ERCOT power region.
Filed
| ELECTRIC RELIABILITY COUNCIL OF TEXAS (ERCOT) | PUBLIC UTILITY COMMISSION | Utilities--Electric
HB 232 87-2 (2021)
Author: Rosenthal, Jon
Relating to electric power purchased for the ERCOT power region.
Filed
| ELECTRIC RELIABILITY COUNCIL OF TEXAS (ERCOT) | PUBLIC UTILITY COMMISSION | Utilities--Electric
SB 28 87-2 (2021)
Author: Hall, Bob
Relating to the resilience of the electric grid and certain municipalities.
Filed
| ADJUTANT GENERAL | Disaster Preparedness & Relief | ELECTRIC RELIABILITY COUNCIL OF TEXAS (ERCOT) | EMERGENCY MANAGEMENT, TEXAS DIVISION OF | Energy--General | GRID SECURITY COMMISSION, TEXAS | INFORMATION RESOURCES, DEPARTMENT OF | MILITARY DEPARTMENT, TEXAS | MILITARY PREPAREDNESS COMMISSION, TEXAS | RISK MANAGEMENT, STATE OFFICE OF | State Agencies, Boards & Commissions--Newly Proposed | STATE-FEDERAL RELATIONS, OFFICE OF | Utilities--Electric
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
| ELECTRIC RELIABILITY COUNCIL OF TEXAS (ERCOT) | PUBLIC UTILITY COMMISSION | Utilities--Electric | Utilities--General
HB 64 87-3 (2021)
Author: Reynolds, Ron
Relating to interconnection of transmission facilities in ERCOT with transmission facilities outside of ERCOT.
Filed
| ELECTRIC RELIABILITY COUNCIL OF TEXAS (ERCOT) | PUBLIC UTILITY COMMISSION | Utilities--Electric
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
| BONDS | COMPTROLLER OF PUBLIC ACCOUNTS | ELECTRIC RELIABILITY COUNCIL OF TEXAS (ERCOT) | HISTORICALLY UNDERUTILIZED BUSINESSES | Legislature | LIEUTENANT GOVERNOR | PUBLIC UTILITY COMMISSION | PUBLIC UTILITY COUNSEL, OFFICE OF | SPEAKER OF THE HOUSE | STATE ENERGY CONSERVATION OFFICE | State Finances--Appropriations | State Finances--Management & Control | STATE UTILITIES RELIABILITY FUND ADVISORY COMMITTEE | TREASURY SAFEKEEPING TRUST COMPANY, TEXAS | Utilities--General | WATER DEVELOPMENT BOARD, TEXAS
SB 23 87-3 (2021)
Author: Hall, Bob
Relating to the resilience of the electric grid and certain municipalities.
Filed
| ADJUTANT GENERAL | Disaster Preparedness & Relief | ELECTRIC RELIABILITY COUNCIL OF TEXAS (ERCOT) | EMERGENCY MANAGEMENT, TEXAS DIVISION OF | Energy--General | GRID SECURITY COMMISSION, TEXAS | INFORMATION RESOURCES, DEPARTMENT OF | MILITARY DEPARTMENT, TEXAS | MILITARY PREPAREDNESS COMMISSION, TEXAS | RISK MANAGEMENT, STATE OFFICE OF | State Agencies, Boards & Commissions--Newly Proposed | STATE-FEDERAL RELATIONS, OFFICE OF | Utilities--Electric
HB 2493 86-0 (2019)
Author: Holland, Justin
Relating to an advisory body on the security of the electric grid.
House: State Affairs
Referred to State Affairs
| Disaster Preparedness & Relief | ELECTRIC GRID SECURITY COUNCIL, TEXAS | ELECTRIC RELIABILITY COUNCIL OF TEXAS (ERCOT) | Electronic Information Systems | Governor | PUBLIC UTILITY COMMISSION | Utilities--Electric
HB 2591 86-0 (2019)
Author: Holland, Justin
Relating to a cybersecurity monitor for certain electric utilities.
House: State Affairs
Referred to State Affairs
| ELECTRIC RELIABILITY COUNCIL OF TEXAS (ERCOT) | Electronic Information Systems | PUBLIC UTILITY COMMISSION | State Agencies, Boards & Commissions | Utilities--Electric
HB 2908 86-0 (2019)
Author: Patterson, Jared
Relating to a study of potential rules, procedures, and protocols to eliminate or compensate for market distortion caused by certain federal tax credits.
House: State Affairs
Committee report sent to Calendars
| ELECTRIC RELIABILITY COUNCIL OF TEXAS (ERCOT) | PUBLIC UTILITY COMMISSION | Taxation--Energy Resources | Utilities--Electric
HB 3377 86-0 (2019)
Author: Hernandez, Ana
Relating to a cybersecurity monitor for certain electric utilities.
House: State Affairs
Considered in Calendars
| ELECTRIC RELIABILITY COUNCIL OF TEXAS (ERCOT) | Electronic Information Systems | PUBLIC UTILITY COMMISSION | State Agencies, Boards & Commissions | Utilities--Electric
HB 3378 86-0 (2019)
Author: Hernandez, Ana | et. al.
Relating to an advisory body on the security of the electric grid.
House: State Affairs
Considered in Calendars
| Disaster Preparedness & Relief | ELECTRIC GRID SECURITY COUNCIL, TEXAS | ELECTRIC RELIABILITY COUNCIL OF TEXAS (ERCOT) | Electronic Information Systems | Governor | PUBLIC UTILITY COMMISSION | Utilities--Electric
SB 475 86-0 (2019)
Author: Hancock, KellySponsor: Hernandez, Ana | et. al.
Relating to an advisory body on the security of the electric grid.
House: State Affairs Senate: Business & Commerce
Effective immediately
| Disaster Preparedness & Relief | ELECTRIC GRID SECURITY COUNCIL, TEXAS | ELECTRIC RELIABILITY COUNCIL OF TEXAS (ERCOT) | Electronic Information Systems | Governor | PUBLIC UTILITY COMMISSION | Utilities--Electric
SB 936 86-0 (2019)
Author: Hancock, KellySponsor: Hernandez, Ana
Relating to a cybersecurity monitor for certain electric utilities.
House: State Affairs Senate: Business & Commerce
Effective on 9/1/19
| ELECTRIC RELIABILITY COUNCIL OF TEXAS (ERCOT) | Electronic Information Systems | PUBLIC UTILITY COMMISSION | State Agencies, Boards & Commissions | Utilities--Electric
SB 1003 86-0 (2019)
Author: Hall, Bob
Relating to promoting the resilience of the electric grid and certain municipalities.
Senate: Natural Resources & Economic Development
Referred to Natural Resources & Economic Development
| Disaster Preparedness & Relief | ELECTRIC RELIABILITY COUNCIL OF TEXAS (ERCOT) | EMERGENCY MANAGEMENT DIVISION, GOVERNOR'S OFFICE | GRID SECURITY COMMISSION, TEXAS | INFORMATION RESOURCES, DEPARTMENT OF | MILITARY DEPARTMENT, TEXAS | MILITARY PREPAREDNESS COMMISSION, TEXAS | RISK MANAGEMENT, STATE OFFICE OF | State Agencies, Boards & Commissions--Newly Proposed | STATE-FEDERAL RELATIONS, OFFICE OF | Utilities--Electric
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
| ELECTRIC RELIABILITY COUNCIL OF TEXAS (ERCOT) | Energy--General | PUBLIC UTILITY COMMISSION | Utilities--General
SB 2232 86-0 (2019)
Author: Hancock, Kelly
Relating to a study of the elimination of the effects of federal renewable energy subsidies.
House: State Affairs Senate: Business & Commerce
Left pending in committee
| ELECTRIC RELIABILITY COUNCIL OF TEXAS (ERCOT) | PUBLIC UTILITY COMMISSION | RENEWABLE ENERGY | Utilities--Electric
HB 788 85-0 (2017)
Author: Parker, Tan
Relating to enhancing the security of the electric grid; making an appropriation.
House: Appropriations
Referred to Appropriations
| ELECTRIC RELIABILITY COUNCIL OF TEXAS (ERCOT) | PUBLIC UTILITY COMMISSION | Safety | State Finances--Appropriations | Utilities--Electric
HB 1460 85-0 (2017)
Author: Workman, Paul
Relating to electricity service provided by municipally owned utilities.
House: State Affairs
Left pending in committee
| City Government--Utilities | ELECTRIC RELIABILITY COUNCIL OF TEXAS (ERCOT) | PUBLIC UTILITY COMMISSION | Utilities--Electric
HB 1665 85-0 (2017)
Author: Oliveira, René
Relating to the regulation of cross-border electric generating facilities.
House: State Affairs
Placed on General State Calendar
| BORDER | ELECTRIC RELIABILITY COUNCIL OF TEXAS (ERCOT) | Intergovernmental Relations | MEXICO | PUBLIC UTILITY COMMISSION | Utilities--Electric
HB 2910 85-0 (2017)
Author: Flynn, Dan
Relating to electric rates imposed on residential customers by certain electric utilities in the ERCOT region.
House: State Affairs
Referred to State Affairs
| ELECTRIC RELIABILITY COUNCIL OF TEXAS (ERCOT) | PUBLIC UTILITY COMMISSION | Utilities--Electric
HB 3534 85-0 (2017)
Author: Lambert, Stan
Relating to rates charged by certain transmission and distribution utilities to certain places of worship.
House: State Affairs
Left pending in committee
| ELECTRIC RELIABILITY COUNCIL OF TEXAS (ERCOT) | PUBLIC UTILITY COMMISSION | Religion | Utilities--Electric
HB 4217 85-0 (2017)
Author: Farrar, Jessica
Relating to energy resources planning for electric generation in ERCOT.
House: State Affairs
Referred to State Affairs
| ELECTRIC RELIABILITY COUNCIL OF TEXAS (ERCOT) | Energy--Alternative Fuels | Energy--General | PUBLIC UTILITY COMMISSION | Utilities--Electric
SB 1510 85-0 (2017)
Author: Perry, Charles
Relating to rates charged by certain transmission and distribution utilities to certain places of worship.
House: State Affairs Senate: Business & Commerce
Referred to State Affairs
| ELECTRIC RELIABILITY COUNCIL OF TEXAS (ERCOT) | PUBLIC UTILITY COMMISSION | Religion | Utilities--Electric
SB 1999 85-0 (2017)
Author: Watson, Kirk
Relating to energy resources planning for electric generation in ERCOT.
Senate: Business & Commerce
Referred to Business & Commerce
| ELECTRIC RELIABILITY COUNCIL OF TEXAS (ERCOT) | Energy--Alternative Fuels | Energy--General | PUBLIC UTILITY COMMISSION | Utilities--Electric
HB 2561 84-0 (2015)
Author: Keffer, Jim
Relating to the allocation of congestion rents in the ERCOT wholesale market.
House: State Affairs
Left pending in committee
| ELECTRIC RELIABILITY COUNCIL OF TEXAS (ERCOT) | PUBLIC UTILITY COMMISSION | Utilities--Electric
HB 4097 84-0 (2015)
Author: Hunter, Todd | et. al.Sponsor: Kolkhorst, Lois | et. al.
Relating to seawater desalination projects.
House: Natural Resources Senate: Agriculture, Water & Rural Affairs
Effective immediately
| DESALINATION | ELECTRIC RELIABILITY COUNCIL OF TEXAS (ERCOT) | ENVIRONMENTAL QUALITY, TEXAS COMMISSION ON | HEALTH & HUMAN SERVICES COMMISSION | PERMITS | PUBLIC UTILITY COMMISSION | Water--Development | Water--General
SB 933 84-0 (2015)
Author: Fraser, TroySponsor: Cook, Byron | et. al.
Relating to the authority of the Public Utility Commission of Texas to review transmission interconnections that enable imports or exports from the ERCOT power grid.
House: State Affairs Senate: Natural Resources & Economic Development
Effective on 9/1/15
| ELECTRIC RELIABILITY COUNCIL OF TEXAS (ERCOT) | IMPORTS & EXPORTS | PUBLIC UTILITY COMMISSION | Utilities--Electric
SB 1284 84-0 (2015)
Author: Watson, Kirk
Relating to the development of electricity demand response programs.
Senate: Natural Resources & Economic Development
Referred to Natural Resources & Economic Development
| ELECTRIC RELIABILITY COUNCIL OF TEXAS (ERCOT) | PUBLIC UTILITY COMMISSION | Utilities--Electric
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
| ELECTRIC RELIABILITY COUNCIL OF TEXAS (ERCOT) | PUBLIC UTILITY COMMISSION | Utilities--Electric | Utilities--General
HB 1570 83-0 (2013)
Author: Lewis, Tryon
Relating to the determination of the amount of energy available for sale from a clean energy project to a wholesale power purchaser.
House: State Affairs
Referred to State Affairs
| ELECTRIC RELIABILITY COUNCIL OF TEXAS (ERCOT) | Energy--General | PUBLIC UTILITY COMMISSION | Utilities--Electric
HB 2920 83-0 (2013)
Author: Kolkhorst, Lois
Relating to the consideration of adequate alternatives to resolve transmission constraints.
House: State Affairs
Left pending in committee
| ELECTRIC RELIABILITY COUNCIL OF TEXAS (ERCOT) | PUBLIC UTILITY COMMISSION | Utilities--Electric
SB 1139 83-0 (2013)
Author: Carona, John
Relating to the exclusion of hospital facilities from a rolling blackout.
Senate: Business & Commerce
Left pending in committee
| ELECTRIC RELIABILITY COUNCIL OF TEXAS (ERCOT) | Hospitals | PUBLIC UTILITY COMMISSION | Utilities--Electric
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
| ELECTRIC RELIABILITY COUNCIL OF TEXAS (ERCOT) | PUBLIC UTILITY COMMISSION | Utilities--Electric | Utilities--General
SB 1280 83-0 (2013)
Author: Watson, Kirk
Relating to attaining reserve capacity margins in power regions to meet expected peak demand.
Senate: Business & Commerce
Not again placed on intent calendar
| ELECTRIC RELIABILITY COUNCIL OF TEXAS (ERCOT) | Utilities--Electric
SB 1478 83-0 (2013)
Author: Rodríguez, José
Relating to the satisfaction of annual renewable energy requirements by certain utilities.
Senate: Business & Commerce
Not again placed on intent calendar
| ELECTRIC RELIABILITY COUNCIL OF TEXAS (ERCOT) | PUBLIC UTILITY COMMISSION | RENEWABLE ENERGY | Utilities--Electric
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
| ELECTRIC RELIABILITY COUNCIL OF TEXAS (ERCOT) | Energy--General | PUBLIC UTILITY COMMISSION | STATE ENERGY CONSERVATION OFFICE | Utilities--General
HB 1629 82-0 (2011)
Author: Anchía, Rafael
Relating to energy efficiency goals and programs, public information regarding energy efficiency programs, and the participation of loads in certain energy markets.
House: Energy Resources
Laid on the table subject to call
| ELECTRIC RELIABILITY COUNCIL OF TEXAS (ERCOT) | Energy--Conservation | INTERNET | PUBLIC UTILITY COMMISSION | RENEWABLE ENERGY | Utilities--Electric
HB 1986 82-0 (2011)
Author: Turner, Sylvester
Relating to the authority of the Public Utility Commission of Texas to ensure the Electric Reliability Council of Texas has adequate reserve power to prevent blackout conditions.
House: State Affairs
Referred to State Affairs
| Disaster Preparedness & Relief | ELECTRIC RELIABILITY COUNCIL OF TEXAS (ERCOT) | PUBLIC UTILITY COMMISSION | Utilities--Electric
HB 2044 82-0 (2011)
Author: Burnam, Lon
Relating to the disclosure of electricity generation offers received by ERCOT.
House: State Affairs
Referred to State Affairs
| ELECTRIC RELIABILITY COUNCIL OF TEXAS (ERCOT) | Utilities--Electric
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
| ELECTRIC RELIABILITY COUNCIL OF TEXAS (ERCOT) | PUBLIC UTILITY COMMISSION | PUBLIC UTILITY COUNSEL, OFFICE OF | Sunset--Commission Bills | Utilities--Electric | Utilities--General
HB 2264 82-0 (2011)
Author: Ritter, Allan
Relating to the authority of the Public Utility Commission of Texas to participate in certain proceedings before the Federal Energy Regulatory Commission.
House: State Affairs
Laid on the table subject to call
| ATTORNEY GENERAL | ELECTRIC RELIABILITY COUNCIL OF TEXAS (ERCOT) | FEDERAL ENERGY REGULATORY COMMISSION | PUBLIC UTILITY COMMISSION | Utilities--Electric
HB 3200 82-0 (2011)
Author: Davis, Yvonne
Relating to reregulation of retail electric services.
House: State Affairs
Referred to State Affairs
| ELECTRIC RELIABILITY COUNCIL OF TEXAS (ERCOT) | PUBLIC UTILITY COMMISSION | Utilities--Electric
HB 3558 82-0 (2011)
Author: Lucio III, Eddie
Relating to information used by the Electric Reliability Council of Texas to settle or resettle a market participant's load or certain trade days.
House: State Affairs
Referred to State Affairs
| ELECTRIC RELIABILITY COUNCIL OF TEXAS (ERCOT) | PUBLIC UTILITY COMMISSION | Utilities--Electric
SB 492 82-0 (2011)
Author: Fraser, Troy | et. al.
Relating to the creation of a distributed solar generation incentive program.
Senate: Natural Resources
Referred to Natural Resources
| ELECTRIC RELIABILITY COUNCIL OF TEXAS (ERCOT) | Energy--Solar | PUBLIC UTILITY COMMISSION | STATE ENERGY CONSERVATION OFFICE | Utilities--Electric
SB 652 82-0 (2011)
Author: Hegar, GlennSponsor: Bonnen, Dennis
Relating to governmental and certain quasi-governmental entities subject to the sunset review process.
House: State Affairs Senate: Government Organization
Effective immediately
| ADJUTANT GENERAL | ADMINISTRATIVE HEARINGS, STATE OFFICE OF | AGING & DISABILITY SERVICES, DEPARTMENT OF | ANIMAL HEALTH COMMISSION, TEXAS | ARCHITECTURAL EXAMINERS, BOARD OF | ASSISTIVE & REHABILITATIVE SERVICES, DEPARTMENT OF | BANKING, TEXAS DEPARTMENT OF | BLIND, TEXAS COMMISSION FOR THE | BOARD OF OCCUPATIONAL THERAPY EXAMINERS, TEXAS | BOARD OF PHYSICAL THERAPY EXAMINERS, TEXAS | CONSUMER CREDIT COMMISSIONER, OFFICE OF | COUNCIL ON PURCHASING FROM PEOPLE WITH DISABILITIES, TEXAS | COURT REPORTERS CERTIFICATION BOARD, TEXAS | CRIMINAL JUSTICE, TEXAS DEPARTMENT OF | DEAF & HARD OF HEARING, TEXAS COMMISSION FOR THE | DENTAL EXAMINERS, STATE BOARD OF | DEVELOPMENTAL DISABILITIES, TEXAS COUNCIL FOR | ELECTRIC RELIABILITY COUNCIL OF TEXAS (ERCOT) | ETHICS COMMISSION, TEXAS | EXECUTIVE COUNCIL OF PHYSICAL THERAPY AND OCCUPATIONAL THERAPY EXAMINERS | FAMILY & PROTECTIVE SERVICES, DEPARTMENT OF | FINANCE COMMISSION OF TEXAS | FUNERAL SERVICE COMMISSION, TEXAS | Governor | GOVERNOR'S COMMITTEE ON PEOPLE WITH DISABILITIES | GUARANTEED STUDENT LOAN CORPORATION, TEXAS | GUARDIANSHIP CERTIFICATION BOARD | HEALTH & HUMAN SERVICES COMMISSION | HIGHER EDUCATION COORDINATING BOARD, TEXAS | HUMAN SERVICES, DEPARTMENT OF | INTERAGENCY TASK FORCE FOR CHILDREN WITH SPECIAL NEEDS | INVASIVE SPECIES COORDINATING COMMITTEE, TEXAS | LAW EXAMINERS, BOARD OF | LICENSED COURT INTERPRETER ADVISORY BOARD | LICENSING & REGULATION, TEXAS COMMISSION ON | LICENSING & REGULATION, TEXAS DEPARTMENT OF | MENTAL HEALTH & MENTAL RETARDATION, TEXAS DEPARTMENT OF | MOTOR VEHICLES, TEXAS DEPARTMENT OF | OFFICIAL CITRUS PRODUCERS' PEST & DISEASE MGMT. CORPORATION, BOARD OF DIRECTORS OF | ORTHOTICS & PROSTHETICS, TEXAS BOARD OF | PLUMBING EXAMINERS, TEXAS STATE BOARD OF | PORT OF HOUSTON AUTHORITY | PREPAID HIGHER EDUCATION TUITION BOARD | PROCESS SERVER REVIEW BOARD | PROFESSIONAL ENGINEERS, TEXAS BOARD OF | PROFESSIONAL GEOSCIENTISTS, TEXAS BOARD OF | PROFESSIONAL LAND SURVEYING, TEXAS BOARD OF | PUBLIC SAFETY, DEPARTMENT OF | PUBLIC UTILITY COMMISSION | PUBLIC UTILITY COUNSEL, OFFICE OF | RAILROAD COMMISSION | REGIONAL EDUCATION SERVICE CENTERS | REHABILITATION COMMISSION | SAVINGS & MORTGAGE LENDING, DEPARTMENT OF | SCHOOL LAND BOARD | SECURITIES BOARD, STATE | State Agencies, Boards & Commissions | STATE BAR OF TEXAS | STATE HEALTH SERVICES, DEPARTMENT OF | STATE-FEDERAL RELATIONS, OFFICE OF | SUNSET ADVISORY COMMISSION | Sunset--Commission Bills | TEXAS HEALTH SERVICES AUTHORITY | VETERANS COMMISSION, TEXAS | WINDSTORM INSURANCE ASSOCIATION, TEXAS | WORKFORCE COMMISSION, TEXAS
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
| ELECTRIC RELIABILITY COUNCIL OF TEXAS (ERCOT) | ENVIRONMENTAL QUALITY, TEXAS COMMISSION ON | PUBLIC UTILITY COMMISSION | PUBLIC UTILITY COUNSEL, OFFICE OF | Sunset--Commission Bills | Utilities--Electric | Utilities--General
SB 689 82-0 (2011)
Author: Ellis, Rodney
Relating to the disclosure of electricity generation offers received by ERCOT.
Senate: Business & Commerce
Referred to Business & Commerce
| ELECTRIC RELIABILITY COUNCIL OF TEXAS (ERCOT) | Utilities--Electric
SB 898 82-0 (2011)
Author: Carona, JohnSponsor: Cook, Byron
Relating to energy efficiency programs in institutions of higher education and certain governmental entities.
House: State Affairs Senate: Business & Commerce
Effective on 9/1/11
| Education--Higher--Institutions & Programs | ELECTRIC RELIABILITY COUNCIL OF TEXAS (ERCOT) | Energy--Conservation | ENVIRONMENTAL QUALITY, TEXAS COMMISSION ON | Political Subdivisions | State Agencies, Boards & Commissions | STATE ENERGY CONSERVATION OFFICE
SB 924 82-0 (2011)
Author: Carona, JohnSponsor: Keffer, Jim
Relating to the duties of certain utilities regarding energy efficiency reports and emergency notification systems.
House: Energy Resources Senate: Business & Commerce
See remarks for effective date
| City Government--Utilities | ELECTRIC RELIABILITY COUNCIL OF TEXAS (ERCOT) | Energy--Conservation | ENVIRONMENTAL QUALITY, TEXAS COMMISSION ON | PUBLIC UTILITY COMMISSION | STATE ENERGY CONSERVATION OFFICE | Utilities--Electric
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
| ELECTRIC RELIABILITY COUNCIL OF TEXAS (ERCOT) | Energy--General | PUBLIC UTILITY COMMISSION | STATE ENERGY CONSERVATION OFFICE | Utilities--General
SB 1031 82-0 (2011)
Author: Carona, John
Relating to design, construction, renovation, and energy efficiency standards for buildings.
Senate: Natural Resources
Left pending in committee
| City Government--General | County Government--General | Education--Higher--General | ELECTRIC RELIABILITY COUNCIL OF TEXAS (ERCOT) | Energy--Conservation | FACILITIES COMMISSION, TEXAS | Public Lands, Buildings & Resources | STATE ENERGY CONSERVATION OFFICE
SB 1133 82-0 (2011)
Author: Hegar, GlennSponsor: Harless, Patricia
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 Senate: Business & Commerce
Effective immediately
| ELECTRIC RELIABILITY COUNCIL OF TEXAS (ERCOT) | PUBLIC UTILITY COMMISSION | Utilities--Electric
SB 1153 82-0 (2011)
Author: Williams, TommySponsor: Ritter, Allan
Relating to the authority of the Public Utility Commission of Texas to participate in certain proceedings before the Federal Energy Regulatory Commission.
House: State Affairs Senate: Business & Commerce
Effective immediately
| ATTORNEY GENERAL | ELECTRIC RELIABILITY COUNCIL OF TEXAS (ERCOT) | FEDERAL ENERGY REGULATORY COMMISSION | PUBLIC UTILITY COMMISSION | Utilities--Electric
HB 1604 81-0 (2009)
Author: Turner, Sylvester
Relating to this state's goal for energy efficiency, including load management and demand response in the Electric Reliability Council of Texas.
House: State Affairs
Left pending in committee
| City Government--Utilities | ELECTRIC RELIABILITY COUNCIL OF TEXAS (ERCOT) | Energy--General | PUBLIC UTILITY COMMISSION | Utilities--Electric
HB 1783 81-0 (2009)
Author: Solomons, Burt | et. al.Sponsor: Fraser, Troy
Relating to the Internet broadcasting of Public Utility Commission of Texas and ERCOT public hearings and meetings.
House: State Affairs Senate: Business & Commerce
Effective on 9/1/09
| ELECTRIC RELIABILITY COUNCIL OF TEXAS (ERCOT) | INTERNET | PUBLIC UTILITY COMMISSION | State Agencies, Boards & Commissions
HB 2782 81-0 (2009)
Author: Keffer, Jim
Relating to regulation of electric generation capacity ownership in the electric power market.
House: State Affairs
Left pending in committee
| ELECTRIC RELIABILITY COUNCIL OF TEXAS (ERCOT) | Environment--Air | PUBLIC UTILITY COMMISSION | Utilities--Electric
HB 4059 81-0 (2009)
Author: Smith, Todd
Relating to the monitoring of electric generation offers in the ERCOT power region.
House: State Affairs
Referred to State Affairs
| ELECTRIC RELIABILITY COUNCIL OF TEXAS (ERCOT) | Utilities--Electric
HB 4330 81-0 (2009)
Author: Strama, Mark
Relating to a study concerning the feasibility and viability of certain time-differentiated pricing schemes for electric service.
House: State Affairs
Referred to State Affairs
| ELECTRIC RELIABILITY COUNCIL OF TEXAS (ERCOT) | PUBLIC UTILITY COMMISSION | Utilities--Electric
HB 4645 81-0 (2009)
Author: Lucio III, Eddie
Relating to the recovery of transmission costs imposed on electric cooperatives and certain utilities in ERCOT.
House: State Affairs
Referred to State Affairs
| ELECTRIC RELIABILITY COUNCIL OF TEXAS (ERCOT) | Utilities--Electric
SB 428 81-0 (2009)
Author: West, Royce
Relating to the requirement that retail electric providers give notice to customers before permanently ceasing to operate.
Senate: Business & Commerce
Referred to Business & Commerce
| Consumer Protection | ELECTRIC RELIABILITY COUNCIL OF TEXAS (ERCOT) | Electronic Information Systems | PUBLIC UTILITY COMMISSION | Utilities--Electric
SB 1420 81-0 (2009)
Author: Lucio, Jr., Eddie
Relating to the sale of electric energy produced by distributed renewable generation owners.
Senate: Business & Commerce
Left pending in committee
| ELECTRIC RELIABILITY COUNCIL OF TEXAS (ERCOT) | Energy--Solar | INTERNET | PUBLIC UTILITY COMMISSION | RENEWABLE ENERGY | Utilities--Electric
SB 1821 81-0 (2009)
Author: Fraser, Troy
Relating to a study and a pilot project with regard to, and the implementation of policies to promote, the adoption of plug-in hybrid electric vehicles.
House: Energy Resources Senate: Business & Commerce
Referred to Energy Resources
| ELECTRIC RELIABILITY COUNCIL OF TEXAS (ERCOT) | ENVIRONMENTAL QUALITY, TEXAS COMMISSION ON | HYBRID VEHICLES | PUBLIC UTILITY COMMISSION | Vehicles & Traffic--General
SB 2165 81-0 (2009)
Author: Ellis, Rodney | et. al.
Relating to the disclosure of electricity generation offers received by ERCOT.
Senate: Business & Commerce
Referred to Business & Commerce
| ELECTRIC RELIABILITY COUNCIL OF TEXAS (ERCOT) | Utilities--Electric
HB 553 80-0 (2007)
Author: Turner, Sylvester
Relating to market power abuse in the wholesale electricity market and pricing safeguards in certain markets; providing administrative and criminal penalties.
House: Regulated Industries
No action taken in committee
| ELECTRIC RELIABILITY COUNCIL OF TEXAS (ERCOT) | PUBLIC UTILITY COMMISSION | Utilities--Electric
HB 1777 79-0 (2005)
Author: King, Phil
Relating to regulation of the electric power market and energy efficiency.
House: Regulated Industries Senate: Business & Commerce
Referred to Business & Commerce
| City Government--Utilities | Consumer Protection | ELECTRIC RELIABILITY COUNCIL OF TEXAS (ERCOT) | PUBLIC UTILITY COMMISSION | Utilities--Electric
SB 743 79-0 (2005)
Author: Fraser, TroySponsor: King, Phil
Relating to independent organizations in ERCOT and their regulation and certification by the Public Utility Commission of Texas; providing an administrative penalty.
House: Regulated Industries Senate: Business & Commerce
House appoints conferees-reported
| ELECTRIC RELIABILITY COUNCIL OF TEXAS (ERCOT) | PUBLIC UTILITY COMMISSION | Utilities--Electric
SB 1494 79-0 (2005)
Author: Fraser, TroySponsor: King, Phil
Relating to the unbundling of electric utilities in the transition to competitive retail electric markets.
House: Regulated Industries Senate: Business & Commerce
Postponed
| ELECTRIC RELIABILITY COUNCIL OF TEXAS (ERCOT) | Utilities--Electric
HB 349 76-0 (1999)
Author: Wolens, Steven
Relating to competition in retail electric markets.
House: State Affairs
Left pending in committee
| Business & Commerce--General | ELECTRIC RELIABILITY COUNCIL OF TEXAS (ERCOT) | PUBLIC UTILITY REGULATORY ACT | Utilities--Electric
