HB 13 87-0 (2021)
Relating to the establishment of the Texas Energy Disaster Reliability Council.
House: State Affairs Senate: Jurisprudence
Left pending in committee
HB 14 87-0 (2021)
Relating to the creation of the Texas Electricity Supply Chain Security and Mapping Committee.
House: Energy Resources Senate: Jurisprudence
Left pending in committee
HB 17 87-0 (2021)
Relating to a restriction on the regulation of utility services and infrastructure based on the energy source to be used or delivered.
House: State Affairs Senate: Business & Commerce
Effective immediately
HB 623 87-0 (2021)
Author: Morales, Eddie | et. al.
Relating to the designation of wind-powered energy device construction areas by certain counties.
House: State Affairs
Committee report sent to Calendars
HB 739 87-0 (2021)
Author: Lopez, Ray | et. al.
Relating to a program administered by the Texas Veterans Commission to provide energy industry career training for veterans.
House: Defense & Veterans' Affairs Senate: Veteran Affairs
Referred to Vet Affairs
HB 783 87-0 (2021)
Author: Cyrier, John | et. al.
Relating to the powers and duties of the Parks and Wildlife Department regarding wind-powered energy devices; providing a civil penalty.
House: State Affairs Senate: Local Government
Referred to Local Government
HB 1282 87-0 (2021)
Author: Deshotel, Joe
Relating to a restriction on the regulation of utility services and infrastructure based on the energy source to be used or delivered.
House: State Affairs
Referred to State Affairs
HB 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
HB 1923 87-0 (2021)
Author: Thierry, Shawn
Relating to a study and report by a public institution of higher education on local and state supply chain disruptions caused by the COVID-19 pandemic and ERCOT power outages.
House: International Relations & Economic Development
Committee report sent to Calendars
HB 2189 87-0 (2021)
Author: King, Phil | et. al.
Relating to state contracts with and investments in certain companies that boycott energy companies.
House: State Affairs
Laid on the table subject to call
HB 2275 87-0 (2021)
Author: Zwiener, Erin | et. al.
Relating to the creation and uses of the critical infrastructure resiliency fund and the eligibility of certain water-related projects for state financial assistance.
House: State Affairs
Received from the House
HB 2481 87-0 (2021)
Author: Reynolds, Ron
Relating to the winter weather emergency preparedness of gas pipeline facilities and facilities for providing electric service.
House: State Affairs
Referred to State Affairs
HB 2562 87-0 (2021)
Author: Pacheco, Leo
Relating to certifying the Railroad Commission of Texas as the independent organization for the ERCOT power region.
House: State Affairs
Referred to State Affairs
HB 2563 87-0 (2021)
Author: Crockett, Jasmine
Relating to the interconnection of a solar energy device to an electricity distribution system.
House: State Affairs
Referred to State Affairs
HB 2786 87-0 (2021)
Author: Vasut, Cody | et. al.
Relating to load shedding participation for certain customers during a rolling blackout.
House: State Affairs
Referred to State Affairs
HB 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
HB 2899 87-0 (2021)
Author: Lopez, Ray
Relating to the creation of a task force to improve the reliability of electric service in this state.
House: State Affairs
Referred to State Affairs
HB 2979 87-0 (2021)
Author: Paul, Dennis
Relating to backup power supply requirements for certain critical facilities.
House: State Affairs
Referred to State Affairs
HB 3090 87-0 (2021)
Author: Vasut, Cody
Relating to the required procurement of an alternative power supply for certain power generation facilities.
House: State Affairs
Referred to State Affairs
HB 3184 87-0 (2021)
Author: Rosenthal, Jon
Relating to the use of adaptive model data analytics software by the independent organization certified to manage the ERCOT power region.
House: State Affairs
Referred to State Affairs
HB 3213 87-0 (2021)
Author: Sherman, Sr., Carl
Relating to the winter weather emergency preparedness of facilities for providing electric service.
House: State Affairs
Referred to State Affairs
HB 3308 87-0 (2021)
Author: Lucio III, Eddie | et. al.
Relating to the formation of special districts for the purpose of storm mitigation and resiliency, energy, water, and indoor air utilizing private funding sources; providing thereto the ability of specific entities to use conduit financing; and establishing specific consumer protection provisions for residential property owners related to the program.
House: County Affairs
Left pending in committee
HB 3371 87-0 (2021)
Author: Ramos, Ana-Maria
Relating to emergency operations and weatherization plans prepared by the Electric Reliability Council of Texas.
House: State Affairs
Referred to State Affairs
HB 3576 87-0 (2021)
Author: Guerra, R. D. "Bobby" | et. al.
Relating to the authority of the Railroad Commission of Texas to study geothermal energy and associated resources.
House: Energy Resources
Committee report sent to Calendars
HB 3593 87-0 (2021)
Author: Toth, Steve
Relating to the generation of electricity using a wind-powered generation facility.
House: State Affairs
Referred to State Affairs
HB 3795 87-0 (2021)
Author: Button, Angie | et. al.
Relating to the exemption from ad valorem taxation for certain solar or wind-powered energy devices.
House: Ways & Means
Reported favorably w/o amendment(s)
HB 3811 87-0 (2021)
Author: Lucio III, Eddie
Relating to ad valorem taxation.
House: Ways & Means
Referred to Ways & Means
HB 3885 87-0 (2021)
Author: Raney, John
Relating to licensing and examination requirements for persons engaged in liquefied petroleum gas activities.
House: Energy Resources
Committee report sent to Calendars
HB 3894 87-0 (2021)
Author: Hinojosa, Gina | et. al.
Relating to the creation by the Texas Workforce Commission of a program to assist with transitioning certain workers to clean energy jobs.
House: International Relations & Economic Development
Referred to International Relations & Economic Development
HB 3912 87-0 (2021)
Author: Hinojosa, Gina
Relating to the weather emergency preparedness of gas facilities and facilities for providing electric service.
House: State Affairs
Referred to State Affairs
HB 3916 87-0 (2021)
Author: Goldman, Craig | et. al.
Relating to the interconnection and operation of certain distributed electric generation facilities for the food supply chain.
House: State Affairs Senate: Business & Commerce
Referred to Business & Commerce
HB 3937 87-0 (2021)
Author: Sanford, Scott
Relating to the legislature's goals for renewable electric generating capacity.
House: State Affairs
Referred to State Affairs
HB 4007 87-0 (2021)
Author: Spiller, David
Relating to siting requirements for the construction of a wind turbine.
House: State Affairs
Referred to State Affairs
HB 4156 87-0 (2021)
Author: Turner, John
Relating to energy efficiency standards for appliances.
House: Energy Resources
Failed to receive affirmative vote in comm.
HB 4236 87-0 (2021)
Author: Raymond, Richard Peña
Relating to the target planning reserve margin for ERCOT.
House: State Affairs
Referred to State Affairs
HB 4332 87-0 (2021)
Author: Zwiener, Erin
Relating to distributed renewable generation and energy storage resources.
House: State Affairs
Referred to State Affairs
HB 4380 87-0 (2021)
Author: White, James
Relating to examinations for applicants for or holders of licenses or registrations to perform certain activities pertaining to compressed natural gas or liquefied natural gas.
House: Energy Resources
Referred to Energy Resources
HB 4462 87-0 (2021)
Author: Hinojosa, Gina
Relating to statewide requirements for electric energy storage.
House: State Affairs
Referred to State Affairs
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
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
HB 4561 87-0 (2021)
Author: Anchía, Rafael | et. al.
Relating to the powers and duties of the Railroad Commission of Texas; providing an administrative penalty.
House: Energy Resources
Referred to Energy Resources
HJR 103 87-0 (2021)
Author: Zwiener, Erin
Proposing a constitutional amendment providing for the creation of the water infrastructure resiliency fund and the critical infrastructure resiliency fund to assist in the financing of certain infrastructure projects.
House: State Affairs
Referred to State Affairs
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
SB 13 87-0 (2021)
Author: Birdwell, Brian | et. al.Sponsor: King, Phil | et. al.
Relating to state contracts with and investments in certain companies that boycott energy companies.
House: State Affairs Senate: Natural Resources & Economic Development
Effective on 9/1/21
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
SB 595 87-0 (2021)
Author: Gutierrez, Roland
Relating to the designation of wind-powered energy device construction areas by certain counties.
Senate: Business & Commerce
Referred to Business & Commerce
SB 865 87-0 (2021)
Author: Creighton, Brandon | et. al.
Relating to a power outage alert system and a study on a statewide disaster alert system.
House: Homeland Security & Public Safety Senate: Business & Commerce
No action taken in committee
SB 1003 87-0 (2021)
Author: Springer, Drew
Relating to location requirements for the construction of certain wind-powered energy devices.
House: State Affairs Senate: Business & Commerce
Referred to State Affairs
SB 1029 87-0 (2021)
Author: Huffman, Joan | et. al.Sponsor: Button, Angie
Relating to the exemption from ad valorem taxation for certain solar or wind-powered energy devices.
House: Ways & Means Senate: Finance
Committee report sent to Calendars
SB 1256 87-0 (2021)
Author: Birdwell, Brian
Relating to the eligibility of certain property for an ad valorem tax abatement under the Property Redevelopment and Tax Abatement Act if certain renewable energy devices are installed or constructed on the property.
Senate: Natural Resources & Economic Development
Left pending in committee
SB 1262 87-0 (2021)
Author: Birdwell, Brian
Relating to a restriction on the regulation of utility services and infrastructure based on the energy source to be used or delivered.
Senate: Business & Commerce
Left pending in committee
SB 1331 87-0 (2021)
Author: Hinojosa, Juan
Relating to electric energy storage in the ERCOT power region.
Senate: Business & Commerce
Referred to Business & Commerce
SB 1479 87-0 (2021)
Author: Johnson, Nathan | et. al.
Relating to the participation of distributed energy resources in the ERCOT market.
Senate: Business & Commerce
Co-author authorized
SB 1582 87-0 (2021)
Author: Hughes, BryanSponsor: White, James
Relating to examinations for applicants for or holders of licenses or registrations to perform certain activities pertaining to compressed natural gas or liquefied natural gas.
House: Energy Resources Senate: Natural Resources & Economic Development
Effective on 9/1/21
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
SB 1624 87-0 (2021)
Author: Miles, Borris
Relating to the governing body of the independent organization certified to manage the ERCOT power region.
Senate: Business & Commerce
Referred to Business & Commerce
SB 1668 87-0 (2021)
Author: Hughes, BryanSponsor: Raney, John
Relating to certification and examination requirements for persons engaged in liquefied petroleum gas activities.
House: Energy Resources Senate: Natural Resources & Economic Development
Effective on 9/1/21
SB 1690 87-0 (2021)
Author: Gutierrez, Roland
Relating to rates charged for wholesale or retail electric service; authorizing a civil penalty.
Senate: Business & Commerce
Referred to Business & Commerce
SB 1993 87-0 (2021)
Author: Hughes, Bryan
Relating to imposing a tax on the value of tax preferences received by wind and solar electric generators.
Senate: Business & Commerce
Referred to Business & Commerce
SB 2076 87-0 (2021)
Author: Menéndez, José
Relating to the prevention of and response to blackout conditions in the ERCOT power region.
Senate: Business & Commerce
Referred to Business & Commerce
SB 2213 87-0 (2021)
Author: Springer, Drew
Relating to the removal of electric energy storage facilities.
Senate: Business & Commerce
Left pending in committee
SB 2231 87-0 (2021)
Author: Hall, Bob
Relating to the resilience of the electric grid and certain municipalities.
Senate: State Affairs
Referred to State Affairs
HB 132 87-1 (2021)
Author: Raymond, Richard Peña
Relating to the target planning reserve margin for ERCOT.
Filed
HB 231 87-1 (2021)
Author: Johnson, Julie
Relating to the applicability of the public information law to independent organizations certified to manage a power region.
Filed
HB 236 87-1 (2021)
Author: Zwiener, Erin
Relating to the creation and uses of the critical infrastructure resiliency fund and the eligibility of certain water-related projects for state financial assistance.
Filed
HB 278 87-1 (2021)
Author: Rosenthal, Jon
Relating to the use of adaptive model data analytics software by the independent organization certified to manage the ERCOT power region.
Filed
SB 28 87-1 (2021)
Author: Hall, Bob
Relating to the resilience of the electric grid and certain municipalities.
Filed
HB 84 87-2 (2021)
Author: Zwiener, Erin | et. al.
Relating to the creation and uses of the critical infrastructure resiliency fund and the eligibility of certain water-related projects for state financial assistance.
Filed
HB 200 87-2 (2021)
Author: Landgraf, Brooks
Relating to the prohibition on the transportation, storage, and disposal of high-level radioactive waste in certain areas.
House: Environmental Regulation
Postponed
HB 229 87-2 (2021)
Author: Rosenthal, Jon
Relating to the use of adaptive model data analytics software by the independent organization certified to manage the ERCOT power region.
Filed
HB 236 87-2 (2021)
Author: Landgraf, Brooks
Relating to the prohibition on the transportation, storage, and disposal of high-level radioactive waste in certain areas.
House: Environmental Regulation
Referred to Environmental Regulation
SB 28 87-2 (2021)
Author: Hall, Bob
Relating to the resilience of the electric grid and certain municipalities.
Filed
HB 11 87-3 (2021)
Author: Zwiener, Erin | et. al.
Relating to the creation and uses of the critical infrastructure resiliency fund and the eligibility of certain water-related projects for state financial assistance.
Filed
SB 23 87-3 (2021)
Author: Hall, Bob
Relating to the resilience of the electric grid and certain municipalities.
Filed
HB 2546 86-0 (2019)
Author: Guillen, RyanSponsor: Hughes, Bryan
Relating to the energy efficiency performance standards for construction of certain industrialized housing.
House: Licensing & Administrative Procedures Senate: Business & Commerce
Effective on 9/1/19
HB 2714 86-0 (2019)
Author: Bailes, Ernest | et. al.Sponsor: Birdwell, Brian
Relating to the registration of liquefied petroleum gas container manufacturers and the regulation of liquefied petroleum gas licensees; authorizing fees.
House: Energy Resources Senate: Natural Resources & Economic Development
Effective on 9/1/19
HB 2802 86-0 (2019)
Author: Darby, Drew | et. al.
Relating to the amounts, availability, and use of certain statutorily dedicated revenue and accounts; reducing or affecting the amounts of certain statutorily dedicated fees.
House: Appropriations Senate: Finance
Referred to Finance
HB 2845 86-0 (2019)
Author: Canales, Terry | et. al.Sponsor: Creighton, Brandon | et. al.
Relating to the removal of wind power facilities.
House: State Affairs Senate: Business & Commerce
Effective on 9/1/19
HB 3168 86-0 (2019)
Author: Flynn, Dan
Relating to the applicability of the prohibition on certain ad valorem tax incentives relating to wind-powered energy devices located near a military aviation facility.
House: Ways & Means
Referred to Ways & Means
HB 4180 86-0 (2019)
Author: Miller, Rick
Relating to the applicability of the prohibition on certain ad valorem tax incentives relating to wind-powered energy devices located near a military aviation facility.
House: Ways & Means
Referred to Ways & Means
HB 4291 86-0 (2019)
Author: Flynn, Dan
Relating to a grant program administered by the Texas Veterans Commission to provide energy industry career training for veterans.
House: Defense & Veterans' Affairs
Referred to Defense & Veterans' Affairs
HB 4368 86-0 (2019)
Author: Martinez Fischer, Trey
Relating to the designation of wind-powered energy device construction areas by certain counties.
House: State Affairs
Referred to State Affairs
HB 4449 86-0 (2019)
Author: Holland, Justin | et. al.
Relating to the applicability of certain electric energy storage equipment requirements to municipally owned utilities and electric cooperatives.
House: State Affairs
Laid on the table subject to call
HB 4554 86-0 (2019)
Author: Cyrier, John
Relating to the parks and wildlife commission's authority to designate wind-powered energy device construction areas near certain lands.
House: State Affairs
Left pending in committee
SB 1012 86-0 (2019)
Author: Zaffirini, JudithSponsor: Holland, Justin | et. al.
Relating to the applicability of certain electric energy storage equipment requirements to municipally owned utilities and electric cooperatives.
House: State Affairs Senate: Business & Commerce
Effective on 9/1/19
SB 1515 86-0 (2019)
Author: Birdwell, Brian
Relating to the registration of liquefied petroleum gas container manufacturers and the regulation of liquefied petroleum gas licensees; authorizing fees.
Senate: Natural Resources & Economic Development
Referred to Natural Resources & Economic Development
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
HB 642 85-0 (2017)
Author: Phillips, Larry
Relating to the name of the Railroad Commission of Texas.
House: Energy Resources
Left pending in committee
HB 815 85-0 (2017)
Author: Burkett, Cindy | et. al.
Relating to the regulatory analysis of rules proposed by the Texas Commission on Environmental Quality.
House: Environmental Regulation
Withdrawn from schedule
HB 1168 85-0 (2017)
Author: Nevárez, Poncho
Relating to the mineral use of land that has been subdivided for energy development resulting in the generation of electricity.
House: Energy Resources
Referred to Energy Resources
HB 1717 85-0 (2017)
Author: Canales, Terry
Relating to wind energy conversion systems and facilities and the rights of owners of land on which the systems and facilities are located; providing an administrative penalty.
House: Energy Resources
Committee report sent to Calendars
HB 2582 85-0 (2017)
Author: Sheffield, J. D.Sponsor: Buckingham, Dawn
Relating to an exemption for certain quarries from regulation as aggregate production operations.
House: Environmental Regulation Senate: Natural Resources & Economic Development
Effective immediately
HB 2813 85-0 (2017)
Author: Darby, Drew
Relating to the abolishment of the transportation infrastructure fund and the grant program using money from the fund.
House: Energy Resources
Left pending in committee
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
HJR 47 85-0 (2017)
Author: Phillips, Larry
Proposing a constitutional amendment to change the name of the Railroad Commission of Texas to the Texas Energy Commission and to mandate that there be such an agency.
House: Energy Resources
Left pending in committee
SB 59 85-0 (2017)
Author: Zaffirini, JudithSponsor: Kuempel, John
Relating to energy and water management planning and reporting requirements for state agencies and institutions of higher education.
House: Government Transparency & Operation Senate: Business & Commerce
Effective on 9/1/17
SB 1305 85-0 (2017)
Author: Nichols, RobertSponsor: Darby, Drew
Relating to the grant program using money from the transportation infrastructure fund.
House: Energy Resources Senate: Transportation
Effective on . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
SB 1803 85-0 (2017)
Author: Miles, Borris
Relating to the financial security requirements for operators of oil and gas wells.
Senate: Natural Resources & Economic Development
Referred to Natural Resources & Economic Development
SB 1917 85-0 (2017)
Author: Buckingham, Dawn
Relating to an exemption for certain quarries from regulation as aggregate production operations.
Senate: Natural Resources & Economic Development
Left pending in committee
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
HB 706 84-0 (2015)
Author: Farrar, JessicaSponsor: Huffman, Joan
Relating to the procedure for claiming an exemption from ad valorem taxation of property on which a solar or wind-powered energy device is installed or constructed.
House: Ways & Means Senate: Finance
Effective on 1/1/16
HB 748 84-0 (2015)
Author: Isaac, Jason
Relating to the regulation of liquid propane gas tanks on residential property.
House: Business & Industry
Placed on General State Calendar
HB 857 84-0 (2015)
Author: Sanford, Scott
Relating to the legislature's goals for renewable electric generating capacity.
House: State Affairs
Referred to State Affairs
HB 1106 84-0 (2015)
Author: Phillips, Larry | et. al.
Relating to the name of the Railroad Commission of Texas.
House: Energy Resources
Committee report sent to Calendars
HB 1178 84-0 (2015)
Author: Isaac, Jason
Relating to the enforceability of certain restrictive covenants governing the use of fuel on and supply of fuel to property in certain subdivisions or other planned developments.
House: Business & Industry
Placed on General State Calendar
HB 1637 84-0 (2015)
Author: Guillen, Ryan
Relating to the use of certain money deposited to the state highway fund for transportation projects in energy-producing regions of this state.
House: Transportation
Referred to Transportation
HB 1736 84-0 (2015)
Author: Villalba, Jason | et. al.Sponsor: Fraser, Troy | et. al.
Relating to building energy efficiency performance standards.
House: Business & Industry Senate: Natural Resources & Economic Development
Effective immediately
HB 2238 84-0 (2015)
Author: Paddie, Chris | et. al.
Relating to municipal authority to regulate wind turbines in the extraterritorial jurisdiction of the municipality.
House: Energy Resources
Left pending in committee
HB 3732 84-0 (2015)
Author: Cook, Byron
Relating to the eligibility of property used for a large-scale electric energy storage facility for ad valorem tax benefits under the Texas Economic Development Act.
House: Ways & Means
Committee report sent to Calendars
HB 4023 84-0 (2015)
Author: Nevárez, Poncho
Relating to the mineral use of land that has been subdivided for energy development resulting in the generation of electricity.
House: Energy Resources
Referred to Energy Resources
HJR 76 84-0 (2015)
Author: Phillips, Larry | et. al.
Proposing a constitutional amendment to change the name of the Railroad Commission of Texas to the Texas Energy Commission.
House: Energy Resources
Committee report sent to Calendars
SB 635 84-0 (2015)
Author: Campbell, Donna
Relating to the eligibility of property used in connection with renewable energy electric generation through the use of wind power for a limitation on appraised value of property for ad valorem tax purposes under the Texas Economic Development Act.
Senate: Natural Resources & Economic Development
Referred to Natural Resources & Economic Development
SB 882 84-0 (2015)
Author: Hinojosa, Juan
Relating to municipal authority to regulate wind turbines in the extraterritorial jurisdiction of the municipality.
Senate: Natural Resources & Economic Development
Referred to Natural Resources & Economic Development
SB 913 84-0 (2015)
Author: Zaffirini, JudithSponsor: Minjarez, Ina
Relating to energy and water management planning and reporting requirements for state agencies and institutions of higher education.
House: State Affairs Senate: Business & Commerce
Placed on General State Calendar
SB 929 84-0 (2015)
Author: Fraser, Troy
Relating to building energy efficiency performance standards; establishing the Building Energy Efficiency Advisory Committee.
Senate: Natural Resources & Economic Development
Referred to Natural Resources & Economic Development
SB 1827 84-0 (2015)
Author: Campbell, Donna
Relating to the legislature's goals for renewable electric generating capacity.
Senate: Natural Resources & Economic Development
Referred to Natural Resources & Economic Development
SB 1875 84-0 (2015)
Author: Uresti, Carlos | et. al.
Relating to funding to counties for transportation infrastructure projects located in areas of the state affected by increased oil and gas production.
House: Transportation Senate: Transportation
Referred to Transportation
HB 546 83-0 (2013)
Author: Strama, MarkSponsor: Watson, Kirk
Relating to the creation of renewable energy reinvestment zones and the abatement of ad valorem taxes on property of a renewable energy company located in such a zone.
House: Ways & Means Senate: Finance
Left pending in subcommittee
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
HB 2026 83-0 (2013)
Author: Sanford, Scott | et. al.
Relating to the legislature's goals for renewable electric generating capacity.
House: State Affairs
Left pending in committee
HB 2074 83-0 (2013)
Author: Rodriguez, Eddie
Relating to a franchise tax deduction for certain energy-generating equipment.
House: Ways & Means
Referred to Ways & Means
HB 2196 83-0 (2013)
Author: Anchía, Rafael
Relating to compensation for surplus electricity generated by distributed renewable generation.
House: State Affairs
Referred to State Affairs
HB 2446 83-0 (2013)
Author: Crownover, Myra | et. al.Sponsor: Estes, Craig
Relating to the definitions of advanced clean energy projects and clean energy projects and to franchise tax credits for certain of those projects.
House: Energy Resources Senate: Natural Resources
Effective immediately
HB 3168 83-0 (2013)
Author: King, Susan | et. al.
Relating to wind energy facilities and the rights of owners of land on which wind energy facilities are located.
House: Energy Resources
Committee report sent to Calendars
HB 3583 83-0 (2013)
Author: Strama, Mark
Relating to renewable energy technology capable of serving peak demand.
House: State Affairs
Referred to State Affairs
HB 3701 83-0 (2013)
Author: Lucio III, Eddie
Relating to compensation for excess electricity generated by a retail electric customer's on-site generation.
House: State Affairs
Referred to State Affairs
HB 3780 83-0 (2013)
Author: Isaac, Jason
Relating to the regulation of liquid propane gas tanks on residential property.
House: Business & Industry
Referred to Business & Industry
HB 3822 83-0 (2013)
Author: Carter, Stefani
Relating to a prohibition on the use of an interlocal agreement to purchase energy or energy-related services.
House: Government Efficiency & Reform
No action taken in committee
HB 3853 83-0 (2013)
Author: Anchía, Rafael
Relating to the promotion of Texas energy products, services and technologies in the global marketplace.
House: International Trade & Intergovernmental Affairs
Referred to International Trade & Intergovernmental Affairs
HB 3854 83-0 (2013)
Author: Anchía, Rafael
Relating to the promotion of Texas products and services in the global marketplace.
House: International Trade & Intergovernmental Affairs
Referred to International Trade & Intergovernmental Affairs
SB 241 83-0 (2013)
Author: Carona, John
Relating to the regulation of advanced meters and the interconnection of ERCOT with another grid; requiring a study on the health effects of advanced meters; authorizing an administrative penalty.
Senate: Business & Commerce
Not again placed on intent calendar
SB 916 83-0 (2013)
Author: Estes, CraigSponsor: Kleinschmidt, Tim
Relating to quorums and meetings by teleconference of the Texas Bioenergy Policy Council and the Texas Bioenergy Research Committee.
House: Agriculture & Livestock Senate: Open Government
Effective immediately
SB 1239 83-0 (2013)
Author: Rodríguez, José | et. al.
Relating to distributed renewable generation and compensation for excess electricity generated by distributed renewable generation.
Senate: Business & Commerce
Not again placed on intent calendar
SB 1468 83-0 (2013)
Author: Estes, Craig
Relating to the qualifications of certain electric generation projects for programs designed to encourage the capture and utilization of carbon dioxide for use in enhanced oil recovery.
Senate: Natural Resources
Left pending in committee
HB 340 82-0 (2011)
Author: Gallego, Pete
Relating to net metering for retail electric service customers and compensation for excess electricity generated by a retail electric customer's on-site generator.
House: State Affairs
Left pending in committee
HB 355 82-0 (2011)
Author: Burnam, Lon
Relating to the imposition of a fee on coal loaded on or unloaded from railcars in this state and to the allocation of the revenue from the fee.
House: Ways & Means
Left pending in committee
HB 453 82-0 (2011)
Author: Lucio III, Eddie
Relating to an exemption from the sales tax for certain renewable energy devices.
House: Ways & Means
Referred to Ways & Means
HB 773 82-0 (2011)
Author: Anchía, Rafael
Relating to creating an energy efficiency council to coordinate administration of energy efficiency programs.
House: Energy Resources
Statement(s) of vote recorded in Journal
HB 1421 82-0 (2011)
Author: Anchía, Rafael
Relating to the classification, use, and regulation of electric energy storage equipment or facilities.
House: State Affairs
Comm. report sent to Local & Consent Calendar
HB 1509 82-0 (2011)
Author: Pickett, Joseph | et. al.
Relating to notice of the construction or expansion of a wind-powered electric generation facility located near a federally owned or operated radar installation or military installation.
House: Defense & Veterans' Affairs
Companion considered in lieu of in committee
HB 2083 82-0 (2011)
Author: Lozano, J. M.
Relating to notice of and issuance of a permit for the construction or expansion of a wind-powered electric generation facility located near a federally owned or operated radar installation or military installation.
House: Energy Resources
Left pending in committee
HB 2623 82-0 (2011)
Author: Beck, MarvaSponsor: Watson, Kirk
Relating to certain energy security technologies for critical governmental facilities.
House: Homeland Security & Public Safety Senate: Transportation & Homeland Security
Left pending in committee
HB 2766 82-0 (2011)
Author: Strama, Mark
Relating to the use of energy storage equipment or facilities.
House: State Affairs
Referred to State Affairs
HB 2815 82-0 (2011)
Author: Taylor, Larry
Relating to the exemption from ad valorem taxation of energy storage systems or technologies used wholly or partly as a facility, device, or method for the control of air pollution.
House: Ways & Means
No action taken in committee
HB 2885 82-0 (2011)
Author: Workman, Paul | et. al.
Relating to the regulation of liquid propane gas tanks on residential property.
House: Energy Resources
Left pending in committee
HB 3137 82-0 (2011)
Author: Crownover, Myra | et. al.
Relating to the construction and operation of combined heating and power facilities in certain municipalities.
House: State Affairs
Laid on the table subject to call
HB 3254 82-0 (2011)
Author: Strama, Mark
Relating to the creation of renewable energy reinvestment zones and the abatement of ad valorem taxes on property of a renewable energy company located in such a zone.
House: Energy Resources
Comm. report sent to Local & Consent Calendar
HB 3754 82-0 (2011)
Author: Hilderbran, HarveySponsor: Duncan, Robert
Relating to powers and duties of the Office of Public Utility Counsel to represent residential and small commercial consumers in certain water or sewer utility service matters before the Texas Commission on Environmental Quality.
House: State Affairs Senate: Natural Resources
Considered in public hearing
SB 15 82-0 (2011)
Author: Fraser, Troy
Relating to state energy policy and the planning of energy development and utilization and to certain related electric power generation issues.
House: State Affairs Senate: Natural Resources
Left pending in committee
SB 497 82-0 (2011)
Author: Jackson, Mike | et. al.Sponsor: Pickett, Joseph
Relating to the construction or expansion of a wind-powered electric generation facility located near a federally owned or operated radar installation or military installation; providing an administrative penalty.
House: Defense & Veterans' Affairs Senate: Natural Resources
Placed on General State Calendar
SB 943 82-0 (2011)
Author: Carona, JohnSponsor: Anchía, Rafael
Relating to the classification, use, and regulation of electric energy storage equipment or facilities.
House: State Affairs Senate: Business & Commerce
Effective on 9/1/11
SB 979 82-0 (2011)
Author: Carona, John
Relating to energy efficiency market emission reduction credit programs established by emission reduction credit organizations.
Senate: Natural Resources
Referred to Natural Resources
SB 1053 82-0 (2011)
Author: Hinojosa, Juan | et. al.
Relating to notice of and issuance of a permit for the construction or expansion of a wind-powered electric generation facility located near a federally owned or operated radar installation or military installation.
Senate: Natural Resources
Referred to Natural Resources
SB 1230 82-0 (2011)
Author: Estes, CraigSponsor: Crownover, Myra
Relating to the construction and operation of combined heating and power facilities in certain municipalities.
House: State Affairs Senate: Business & Commerce
Effective immediately
SB 1591 82-0 (2011)
Author: Duncan, Robert
Relating to the goal of installing additional capacity for generating landfill gas energy.
Senate: Natural Resources
Referred to Natural Resources
HB 434 81-0 (2009)
Author: Lucio III, Eddie | et. al.Sponsor: Hinojosa, Juan
Relating to a requirement that program materials for the Energy Services Program for Low-Income Individuals be provided in certain languages.
House: Urban Affairs Senate: Business & Commerce
Effective immediately
HB 457 81-0 (2009)
Author: Alvarado, Carol | et. al.
Relating to disaster preparedness and emergency management in relation to alternative electrical power for certain service stations in certain populous counties.
House: State Affairs
Committee report sent to Calendars
HB 469 81-0 (2009)
Author: King, Phil | et. al.Sponsor: Seliger, Kel
Relating to the establishment of incentives by this state for the implementation of certain projects to capture and sequester carbon dioxide that would otherwise be emitted into the atmosphere.
House: Energy Resources Senate: Natural Resources
Effective on 9/1/09
HB 516 81-0 (2009)
Author: Strama, Mark | et. al.
Relating to the establishment and funding of a green job skills training program.
House: Technology, Economic Development & Workforce
Considered in Calendars
HB 872 81-0 (2009)
Author: King, Phil | et. al.
Relating to the repeal of goals for natural gas use in energy production.
House: State Affairs
Referred to State Affairs
HB 1114 81-0 (2009)
Author: Hamilton, Mike | et. al.
Relating to application requirements and performance standards for agricultural biomass and landfill diversion incentive grants.
House: Agriculture & Livestock
Left pending in committee
HB 1243 81-0 (2009)
Author: Gallego, Pete | et. al.Sponsor: Fraser, Troy
Relating to net metering for retail electric service customers and compensation for excess electricity generated by a retail electric customer's on-site generator.
House: State Affairs Senate: Business & Commerce
Statement of Leg. Intent Recorded in Journal
HB 1391 81-0 (2009)
Author: Strama, Mark | et. al.
Relating to the promotion and use of renewable energy systems and energy efficiency improvements; authorizing the issuance of revenue bonds.
House: Energy Resources
Placed on General State Calendar
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
HB 1731 81-0 (2009)
Author: Pitts, Jim | et. al.Sponsor: Ogden, Steve | et. al.
Relating to money available for consumer incentive or rebate programs for alternatively fueled appliances or equipment.
House: Energy Resources Senate: Natural Resources
Effective immediately
HB 1767 81-0 (2009)
Author: Rodriguez, Eddie
Relating to the use of motion sensor technology in certain state buildings, public school facilities, and higher education facilities.
House: State Affairs
Referred to State Affairs
HB 1991 81-0 (2009)
Author: Anchía, Rafael | et. al.
Relating to the use of money from the Texas emerging technology fund for the research and development of clean energy.
House: Technology, Economic Development & Workforce
Left pending in committee
HB 1993 81-0 (2009)
Author: Anchía, Rafael | et. al.Sponsor: Watson, Kirk
Relating to certain energy security technologies for critical governmental facilities.
House: Energy Resources Senate: Natural Resources
Left pending in committee
HB 2247 81-0 (2009)
Author: Turner, Sylvester
Relating to an emergency power supply for service stations, supermarkets, and pharmacies located in certain areas of the state; providing a civil penalty.
House: State Affairs
Referred to State Affairs
HB 2282 81-0 (2009)
Author: Thompson, Senfronia | et. al.
Relating to reregulation of retail electric services.
House: State Affairs
Referred to State Affairs
HB 2811 81-0 (2009)
Author: Hardcastle, Rick | et. al.
Relating to the implementation of and incentives for projects involving the capture, transportation, injection, sequestration, geologic storage, or abatement of carbon dioxide.
House: Energy Resources
Reported favorably as substituted
HB 2930 81-0 (2009)
Author: Rios Ybarra, Tara
Relating to the establishment and funding of emergency medical power stations.
House: State Affairs
Referred to State Affairs
HB 3484 81-0 (2009)
Author: Coleman, Garnet | et. al.Sponsor: Shapiro, Florence
Relating to certain acts and proceedings of certain local governments, including those related to tax increment financing, and the validity of certain acts and proceedings.
House: County Affairs Senate: Finance
Left pending in committee
HB 3797 81-0 (2009)
Author: Geren, Charlie
Relating to suspending the goal for renewable energy.
House: State Affairs
Referred to State Affairs
HB 3798 81-0 (2009)
Author: Geren, Charlie
Relating to the total cost of transmission to competitive renewable energy zones.
House: State Affairs
Referred to State Affairs
HB 3818 81-0 (2009)
Author: Smithee, John
Relating to the repeal of the power of certain districts and water supply corporations to allow the use of right-of-way easements for certain energy-related purposes.
House: Natural Resources
Laid on the table subject to call
HB 3838 81-0 (2009)
Author: Hilderbran, Harvey | et. al.Sponsor: Wentworth, Jeff
Relating to powers and duties of the Office of Public Utility Counsel to represent residential and small commercial consumers in certain water or sewer utility service matters before the Texas Commission on Environmental Quality.
House: State Affairs Senate: Natural Resources
Left pending in committee
HB 4076 81-0 (2009)
Author: Paxton, Ken | et. al.
Relating to the establishment of the Texas Power Source.
House: Ways & Means
Committee report sent to Calendars
HB 4206 81-0 (2009)
Author: Farabee, David
Relating to a requirement that an applicant for a permit to construct an electric generating facility demonstrate that a sufficient amount of water is available for use in connection with the operation of the facility.
House: Environmental Regulation
Left pending in committee
HB 4384 81-0 (2009)
Author: Vaught, Allen
Relating to a temporary moratorium on authorizations for certain coal-fired or petroleum coke-fired electric generating facilities.
House: Environmental Regulation
Referred to Environmental Regulation
HB 4433 81-0 (2009)
Author: Rodriguez, EddieSponsor: Seliger, Kel
Relating to an exemption from oil and gas severance taxes for oil and gas produced in association with the production of geothermal energy.
House: Ways & Means Senate: Finance
Effective on 9/1/09
HB 4459 81-0 (2009)
Author: Strama, Mark
Relating to economic development and employment opportunities in the renewable energy or energy efficiency industries.
House: State Affairs
Referred to State Affairs
HJR 130 81-0 (2009)
Author: Paxton, Ken
Proposing a constitutional amendment establishing the Texas power source fund.
House: Ways & Means
Left pending in committee
HR 2995 81-0 (2009)
Author: King, Phil
Suspending limitations on conference committee jurisdiction, H.B. No. 469.
Reported enrolled
SB 108 81-0 (2009)
Author: Ellis, Rodney | et. al.Sponsor: Strama, Mark | et. al.
Relating to the establishment and funding of a green job skills training program that includes training for certain youths and young veterans.
House: Technology, Economic Development & Workforce Senate: Economic Development
Placed on General State Calendar
SB 441 81-0 (2009)
Author: Ellis, Rodney
Relating to requiring certain service stations to be capable of operating with alternative electrical power and to have an alternative electrical generator.
Senate: Intergovernmental Relations
Refer to s/c on Flooding & Evacuations by Pres
SB 542 81-0 (2009)
Author: Watson, Kirk | et. al.
Relating to the use of money from the Texas emerging technology fund for the research and development of clean energy.
Senate: Economic Development
Co-author authorized
SB 598 81-0 (2009)
Author: Van de Putte, LeticiaSponsor: Solomons, Burt
Relating to a pilot revolving loan program for retrofitting public school buildings with photovoltaic solar panels and associated energy efficiency improvements.
House: Energy Resources Senate: Natural Resources
Placed on General State Calendar
SB 975 81-0 (2009)
Author: Ellis, Rodney
Relating to a loan program to encourage the use of renewable energy technology and the making of energy efficiency improvements; providing for the issuance of bonds.
Senate: Finance
Referred to Finance
SB 1102 81-0 (2009)
Author: Watson, Kirk
Relating to certain energy security technologies for critical governmental facilities.
Senate: Natural Resources
Referred to Natural Resources
SB 1253 81-0 (2009)
Author: Seliger, KelSponsor: Smithee, John
Relating to the repeal of the power of certain districts and water supply corporations to allow the use of right-of-way easements for certain energy-related purposes.
House: Natural Resources Senate: Natural Resources
Effective on 9/1/09
SB 1666 81-0 (2009)
Author: Estes, CraigSponsor: Hardcastle, Rick
Relating to the establishment of the Texas Bioenergy Policy Council and the Texas Bioenergy Research Committee.
House: Agriculture & Livestock Senate: Agriculture & Rural Affairs
Committee report sent to Calendars
SB 1668 81-0 (2009)
Author: Nichols, Robert | et. al.
Relating to application requirements and performance standards for agricultural biomass and landfill diversion incentive grants.
House: Agriculture & Livestock Senate: Agriculture & Rural Affairs
Referred to Agriculture & Livestock
SB 2111 81-0 (2009)
Author: Averitt, KipSponsor: Hardcastle, Rick
Relating to the implementation of and incentives for projects involving the capture, transportation, injection, sequestration, geologic storage, or abatement of carbon dioxide; providing for the issuance of bonds.
House: Energy Resources Senate: Natural Resources
Placed on General State Calendar
SB 2331 81-0 (2009)
Author: West, Royce
Relating to the establishment of the Texas power source fund.
Senate: Finance
Referred to Finance
SJR 28 81-0 (2009)
Author: Ellis, Rodney
Proposing a constitutional amendment authorizing the issuance of general obligation bonds to provide and guarantee loans to promote the use of renewable energy technology and the making of energy efficiency improvements.
Senate: Finance
Referred to Finance
SJR 51 81-0 (2009)
Author: West, Royce
Proposing a constitutional amendment establishing the Texas power source fund.
Senate: Finance
Referred to Finance
SR 1102 81-0 (2009)
Author: Seliger, Kel
Suspending limitations on conference committee jurisdiction, H.B No. 469.
Reported enrolled
HB 270 80-0 (2007)
Author: Anchía, Rafael
Relating to the use of the Texas emerging technology fund and other incentives to promote new energy technology; imposing a tax.
House: Regulated Industries
Referred directly to subcommittee by chair
HB 826 80-0 (2007)
Author: Anchía, Rafael | et. al.
Relating to the use of motion sensor technology in certain state buildings, public school facilities, and higher education facilities.
House: Government Reform
Left pending in committee
HB 1013 80-0 (2007)
Author: Chisum, Warren
Relating to crediting electricity sold to manufacture recycled products toward this state's goal for renewable energy.
House: Regulated Industries
No action taken in subcommittee
HB 1697 80-0 (2007)
Author: Hilderbran, Harvey
Relating to the protection of real property used as open space or for another similar purpose.
House: Culture, Recreation, & Tourism
Committee report sent to Calendars
HB 1958 80-0 (2007)
Author: Ortiz, Jr., Solomon | et. al.
Relating to allowing a customer to interconnect a renewable energy system to a utility's electric transmission and distribution system.
House: Regulated Industries
Left pending in subcommittee
HB 2279 80-0 (2007)
Author: Strama, Mark | et. al.
Relating to the purchase of energy-efficient light bulbs for certain state buildings, public school facilities, and higher education facilities.
House: Government Reform
Considered in Calendars
HB 2284 80-0 (2007)
Author: Naishtat, Elliott
Relating to an energy-efficient building accreditation program.
House: Government Reform
Left pending in committee
HB 2343 80-0 (2007)
Author: Martinez, Armando
Relating to providing a discounted rate for electricity provided to certain school districts.
House: Regulated Industries
Referred to Regulated Industries
HB 2608 80-0 (2007)
Author: Hughes, BryanSponsor: Eltife, Kevin
Relating to funding for applied research for a clean coal project or certain other projects for the generation of electricity from coal.
House: Environmental Regulation Senate: Natural Resources
Effective immediately
HB 2713 80-0 (2007)
Author: Bonnen, Dennis | et. al.Sponsor: Averitt, Kip
Relating to studies, plans, and projects concerning electric generation capacity or electric energy storage, transmission, or distribution.
House: Environmental Regulation Senate: Natural Resources
Vetoed by the Governor
HB 3109 80-0 (2007)
Author: Cook, Byron | et. al.
Relating to the authority of the governor to contract in relation to a clean coal project.
House: Energy Resources
Postponed
HB 3110 80-0 (2007)
Author: Cook, Byron | et. al.
Relating to indemnification requirements relating to a clean coal project.
House: Energy Resources
Postponed
HB 3337 80-0 (2007)
Author: Burnam, Lon
Relating to the development and use of a comprehensive energy plan and to a corresponding temporary moratorium on authorizations for certain coal-fired electric generating facilities.
House: Energy Resources
Left pending in committee
HB 3385 80-0 (2007)
Author: Chisum, WarrenSponsor: Janek, Kyle
Relating to the use of certain state money for costs related to the relocation to the city of Austin, Texas, of the Interstate Oil and Gas Compact Commission and for the support of that commission.
House: Energy Resources Senate: Business & Commerce
Effective immediately
HB 3693 80-0 (2007)
Author: Straus, Joe | et. al.Sponsor: Fraser, Troy
Relating to energy demand, energy load, energy efficiency incentives, energy programs, and energy performance measures.
House: Regulated Industries Senate: Business & Commerce
Effective on 9/1/07
HB 3732 80-0 (2007)
Author: Hardcastle, Rick | et. al.Sponsor: Averitt, Kip | et. al.
Relating to the implementation of advanced clean energy projects and other environmentally protective projects in this state.
House: Energy Resources Senate: Natural Resources
See remarks for effective date
HB 3896 80-0 (2007)
Author: Burnam, Lon
Relating to a program to reduce mercury emissions from coal-fired electric generating facilities.
House: Environmental Regulation
Left pending in committee
HB 3897 80-0 (2007)
Author: Burnam, Lon
Relating to establishing a goal of reducing carbon dioxide emissions from electric generation in this state to 1990 levels not later than 2020.
House: Environmental Regulation
Referred to Environmental Regulation
SB 658 80-0 (2007)
Author: Seliger, Kel
Relating to an energy-efficient building accreditation program.
House: Government Reform Senate: Business & Commerce
Referred to Government Reform
SB 1458 80-0 (2007)
Author: Seliger, Kel
Relating to the authority of the governor to contract in relation to a clean coal project.
House: Energy Resources Senate: Natural Resources
Referred to Energy Resources
SB 1459 80-0 (2007)
Author: Seliger, Kel
Relating to indemnification requirements and other matters relating to a clean coal project.
House: Energy Resources Senate: Natural Resources
Referred to Energy Resources
SB 1770 80-0 (2007)
Author: Watson, Kirk
Relating to the development of a comprehensive energy plan.
Senate: Business & Commerce
Referred to Business & Commerce
SB 1785 80-0 (2007)
Author: Averitt, Kip
Relating to the implementation of clean energy projects in this state, including certain tax exemptions and rollbacks.
Senate: Natural Resources
Not again placed on intent calendar
SB 2000 80-0 (2007)
Author: Eltife, KevinSponsor: Bonnen, Dennis
Relating to a program to reduce the emissions of nitrogen oxides from certain stationary compressor engines.
House: Environmental Regulation Senate: Natural Resources
Effective immediately
HB 1078 79-0 (2005)
Author: West, George | et. al.
Relating to changing the name of the Railroad Commission of Texas to the Texas Energy Commission.
House: Energy Resources
Left pending in committee
HB 3469 79-0 (2005)
Author: Hochberg, ScottSponsor: Barrientos, Gonzalo
Relating to the establishment of a program to provide grants to be used to reduce emissions of diesel exhaust from school buses and to the use of the Texas emissions reduction plan to fund the program.
House: Environmental Regulation Senate: Natural Resources
Effective immediately
HCR 238 79-0 (2005)
Author: Hughes, BryanSponsor: Estes, Craig
Instructing the enrolling clerk of the house to make corrections in H.B. No. 2201.
Signed by the Governor
SCR 6 79-0 (2005)
Author: Fraser, TroySponsor: West, George
Memoralizing Congress to establish a domestic energy policy to ensure an adequate supply of natural gas, the appropriate infrastructure, promote greater energy efficiency, and open new areas for environmentally responsible natural gas production.
House: Energy Resources Senate: Business & Commerce
Signed by the Governor
HB 592 78-0 (2003)
Author: Dukes, Dawnna
Relating to energy efficiency programs developed by the energy office.
House: Energy Resources
Left pending in committee
HB 1931 78-0 (2003)
Author: Capelo, Jaime | et. al.Sponsor: Williams, Tommy
Relating to pipeline safety emergency response plans and the requirements governing notification of pipeline construction and operation.
House: Energy Resources Senate: Natural Resources
Effective immediately
HB 2006 78-0 (2003)
Author: Jones, Elizabeth | et. al.Sponsor: Fraser, Troy
Relating to the construction and maintenance of utility, common carrier, cable operator, and energy transporter facilities along, over, under, or across a railroad right-of-way.
House: Energy Resources Senate: Infrastructure Development and Security
Effective on 9/1/03
HB 2337 78-0 (2003)
Author: Turner, Sylvester
Relating to the purchase of electricity and energy services by political subdivision aggregators.
House: Regulated Industries
Meeting cancelled
HB 2745 78-0 (2003)
Author: Turner, Sylvester
Relating to the review and approval by the General Land Office of energy acquisition contracts entered into by certain public retail customers.
House: Energy Resources
Referred to Energy Resources
HB 2771 78-0 (2003)
Author: Howard, Charlie
Relating to the acceleration of energy research and development.
House: Economic Development
Referred to Economic Development
HB 3066 78-0 (2003)
Author: Bailey, Kevin
Relating to energy purchased for charging an energy storage facility.
House: Regulated Industries
Left pending in committee
HB 3218 78-0 (2003)
Author: West, George
Relating to the partial exemption of certain wind energy devices from ad valorem taxation.
House: Local Government Ways and Means
No action taken in committee
HB 3265 78-0 (2003)
Author: Hunter, Bob
Relating to compensation for certain federal production tax credits lost by certain existing renewable generation projects due to lack of electric transmission capabilities.
House: Regulated Industries
Left pending in committee
SB 901 78-0 (2003)
Author: Brimer, Kim
Relating to an exemption from the franchise tax for certain business activities involving wind energy facilities.
Senate: Finance
Referred to Finance
SB 914 78-0 (2003)
Author: Fraser, Troy
Relating to the construction and maintenance of utility, common carrier, and energy transporter facilities along, over, under, or across a railroad right-of-way.
Senate: Infrastructure Development and Security
Referred to Infrastructure Dev & Security
SB 1375 78-0 (2003)
Author: Armbrister, Kenneth | et. al.
Relating to the acceleration of energy research and development.
Senate: Finance
Co-author authorized
HB 62 78-1 (2003)
Author: Cook, Robert
Relating to energy and water conservation by state agencies.
House: Government Reform Senate: Government Organization
Referred to Government Organization
HB 9 78-2 (2003)
Author: Swinford, David
Relating to the conservation of energy and water by state agencies and to the authority of certain political subdivisions to collect certain infrastructure fees related to the control of water or storm water.
House: Government Reform
Reported engrossed
HB 15 78-3 (2003)
Author: Swinford, David
Relating to fuel savings for state agencies.
House: Government Reform
Referred to Government Reform
HB 16 78-3 (2003)
Author: Swinford, David
Relating to financing certain capital expenditures of state agencies with savings from utility cost savings contracts.
House: Government Reform
Referred to Government Reform
HB 43 78-3 (2003)
Author: Hughes, Bryan
Relating to exempting private institutions of higher education from certain fees charged for programs or facilities for the control of excess or storm water.
House: Local Government Ways and Means
Referred to Local Government Ways and Means
HB 1850 77-0 (2001)
Author: Lewis, Ron
Relating to audits regarding oil and gas produced from certain state land.
House: Energy Resources
Referred to Energy Resources
HB 2234 77-0 (2001)
Author: Delisi, Dianne | et. al.
Relating to franchise tax deductions and exemptions for certain business activities involving wind energy devices.
House: Ways & Means
Committee report sent to Calendars
HB 2236 77-0 (2001)
Author: Delisi, Dianne
Relating to franchise tax incentives for hydrogen energy devices.
House: Ways & Means
Referred to Ways & Means
HB 2506 77-0 (2001)
Author: Danburg, Debra
Relating to the authority of local governments to purchase electricity and energy services on behalf of citizens.
House: State Affairs
Left pending in committee
HB 2839 77-0 (2001)
Author: Dukes, DawnnaSponsor: Carona, John
Relating to energy efficiency programs developed by the energy office.
House: Energy Resources Senate: State Affairs
Vetoed by the Governor
HB 2969 77-0 (2001)
Author: Cook, Robert
Relating to the responsibility for and allocation of renewable energy resources by a generation and transmission electric cooperative.
House: State Affairs
Left pending in committee
HB 3348 77-0 (2001)
Author: Counts, DavidSponsor: Haywood, Tom
Relating to the Texas Energy Resource Council; authorizing the imposition of an assessment on producers of oil, gas, and condensate.
House: Energy Resources Senate: Natural Resources
Vetoed by the Governor
HB 3483 77-0 (2001)
Author: Ramsay, TomSponsor: Sibley, David
Relating to the creation, powers, and duties of the Clean Coal Technology Council.
House: Environmental Regulation Senate: Natural Resources
Vetoed by the Governor
HR 359 77-0 (2001)
Author: Christian, Wayne | et. al.
Encouraging natural gas and energy suppliers to negotiate with agricultural producers to prevent disruption of utility services.
House: Energy Resources
Reported enrolled
SB 1116 77-0 (2001)
Author: Armbrister, Kenneth
Relating to the responsibility for and allocation of renewable energy resources by a generation and transmission electric cooperative.
House: State Affairs Senate: Business & Commerce
Left pending in committee
SB 1751 77-0 (2001)
Author: Haywood, Tom
Relating to the Texas Energy Resource Council.
Senate: Natural Resources
Referred to Natural Resources
SB 1825 77-0 (2001)
Author: Sibley, DavidSponsor: Chisum, Warren
Relating to state energy policy and the creation, powers, and duties of the Texas Energy Policy Council.
House: Energy Resources Senate: Business & Commerce
Committee report sent to Calendars
HB 2600 76-0 (1999)
Author: Dukes, Dawnna
Relating to energy efficiency programs developed by the energy office.
House: Energy Resources
Left pending in committee
HB 902 75-0 (1997)
Author: Holzheauser, Steve
Relating to representatives of ex officio members of the Texas Committee on Energy Policy.
House: Energy Resources
Referred to Energy Resources
HB 903 75-0 (1997)
Author: Holzheauser, Steve
Relating to meetings of the Texas Committee on Energy Policy.
House: Energy Resources
Referred to Energy Resources
HB 1807 75-0 (1997)
Author: Bosse, Fred
Relating to ensuring that customers receive reliable and affordable electric energy services.
House: State Affairs
Referred to subcommittee
HB 2604 75-0 (1997)
Author: Allen, Ray
Relating to source reduction and waste minimization plans for electrical energy production and transmission.
House: Environmental Regulation
Committee report sent to Calendars
SB 1373 75-0 (1997)
Author: Patterson, Jerry
Relating to the sale of electric energy by qualifying cogenerators.
Senate: State Affairs
Referred to State Affairs
SB 1588 75-0 (1997)
Author: Haywood, TomSponsor: Allen, Ray
Relating to source reduction and waste minimization plans for electrical energy production and transmission.
House: Environmental Regulation Senate: Natural Resources
Committee report sent to Calendars
SB 1721 75-0 (1997)
Author: West, Royce
Relating to ensuring that customers receive reliable and affordable electric energy services.
Senate: State Affairs
Referred to State Affairs
HB 1327 74-0 (1995)
Author: Alvarado, Leo | et. al.
Relating to appropriations to an institution of higher education for energy costs.
House: Appropriations
Withdrawn from schedule
HB 1968 74-0 (1995)
Author: Holzheauser, SteveSponsor: Brown, J.E.
Relating to the representative of industrial energy consumers on the Texas Energy Coordination Council.
House: Energy Resources Senate: Natural Resources
Effective immediately
HB 3086 74-0 (1995)
Author: Combs, SusanSponsor: Henderson, Don
Relating to implementing federal energy policy through the energy management center.
House: Energy Resources Senate: State Affairs
Effective in 90 days -- 8/28/95
SB 726 74-0 (1995)
Author: Sibley, DavidSponsor: Hirschi, John
Relating to energy conservation measures by institutions of higher education.
House: Appropriations Senate: Finance
Effective on 9/1/95
SB 883 74-0 (1995)
Author: Brown, J.E.
Relating to the representative of industrial energy consumers on the Texas Energy Coordination Council.
Senate: Natural Resources
Left pending in committee
HB 2754 73-0 (1993)
Author: Hirschi, John
Relating to electric utility integrated resource planning under the oversight of the Texas Public Utility Commission, and the establishment of targets and timelines for the development of renewable energy as a source of power, and the foundation of a sustainment energy industry in Texas.
House: Energy Resources
Left pending in committee
HCR 143 73-0 (1993)
Author: Eckels, Robert | et. al.
Urging the Congress of the United States not to adopt the administration's proposed BTU energy tax.
House: Ways & Means
Committee report sent to Calendars
SCR 79 73-0 (1993)
Author: Parker, CarlSponsor: Uher, D.R. | et. al.
Requesting the speaker of the house of representatives to appoint five members of the house of representatives and the lieutenant governor to appoint five members of the senate to form a delegation to travel to Washington, D.C., to meet with the members of the Texas delegation to Congress to express opposition to the proposed Clinton energy policy and urge them to reconsider support of this plan.
House: State Affairs Senate: State Affairs
Signed by the Governor
HB 994 72-0 (1991)
Author: Rodriguez, Ciro
Relating to the issuance of a certificate of convenience and necessity for utility transmission facilities.
House: State Affairs
Left pending in committee
HB 999 72-0 (1991)
Author: Rodriguez, Ciro
Relating to the duty of a municipally owned utility to provide wheeling service.
House: State Affairs
Left pending in committee
HB 2207 72-0 (1991)
Author: Earley, Robert
Relating to the creation of the Texas Energy Task Force, the development of the Texas energy plan, and the effects of energy resources on the environment.
House: Energy
Referred to Energy
HB 2565 72-0 (1991)
Author: Hightower, Allen
Relating to the re-creation of a joint powers agency by public entities for the purpose of generating, transmitting or distributing electric energy.
House: State Affairs
Referred to State Affairs
HB 2853 72-0 (1991)
Author: Earley, Robert
Relating to the use of natural gas to generate electricity.
House: Energy
Returned to Local & Consent Calendars Comm.
SB 1535 72-0 (1991)
Author: Dickson, Temple | et. al.
Relating to the use of natural gas to generate electricity.
Senate: Economic Development
No action taken in committee
SCR 115 72-0 (1991)
Author: Barrientos, Gonzalo
Requesting the lieutenant governor and speaker of the house of representatives to establish a task force to study a plan for marketing the use of natural gas and/or alternative fuels to Texas motorists.
Senate: Administration
Referred to Administration
HB 238 72-1 (1991)
Author: Saunders, Robert | et. al.
Relating to the oversight and regulation of environmental and natural resources.
House: Environmental Affairs
1st Printing sent to Calendars
SB 90 72-1 (1991)
Author: Parker, Carl | et. al.
Relating to the oversight and regulation of the state's environmental, natural, and energy resources and to the duties, powers, and functions of the Texas Natural Resource Conservation Commission.
House: Government Organization Senate: Finance
Referred to Government Organization
HCR 57 71-0 (1989)
Author: McWilliams, JimSponsor: Ratliff, Bill
Designating March 17, 1989, as Texas Energy Education Day.
House: Energy
Signed by the Governor
HCR 85 71-0 (1989)
Author: Perry, Rick
Supporting the national energy strategy proposed by the South/West Energy Council.
House: Energy Senate: Natural Resources
Referred to Natural Resources
HB 2033 70-0 (1987)
Author: Morales, Dan
Relating to gross receipts taxes on the sale and transportation of natural gas.
House: Ways & Means
No action taken in committee
SB 744 70-0 (1987)
Author: Parmer, HughSponsor: Danburg, Debra
Relating to cogeneration by state agencies; the creation, composition, powers, funding, and duties of the State Cogeneration Council; the ability of the state agencies to charge for excess cogeneration capacity and energy; and the authority of the Public Utility Commission of Texas to adopt and enforce rules and regulations.
House: State Affairs Senate: State Affairs
Effective on 9/1/87
SB 1477 70-0 (1987)
Author: Henderson, Don
Relating to creation of a Texas Center for Superconductivity at the University of Houston-University Park.
House: Science & Technology Senate: Economic Development
Referred to Science & Technology
SR 455 69-0 (1985)
Author: Santiesteban, H.
Directing the Senate Committee on Natural Resources to conduct an interim study on certain ussues concerning water and energy.
SCR 8 69-3 (1986)
Author: Sharp, John
Establishing a special interim committee to study energy and the energy industry; and requiring the committee to make a report to the legislature.
Senate: Natural Resources
Received from the Senate
SB 197 68-0 (1983)
Author: Santiesteban, H.Sponsor: Evans, Charles
Relating to the continuation of the Texas Energy and Natural Resources Advisory Council.
House: Energy Senate: Natural Resources
Committee report printed and sent to Committee on Calendars
HB 132 68-2 (1984)
Author: Hanna, Joe
Relating to eligibility for appointment to and payment of dues to the Southern States Energy Board and making an appropriation.
House: Appropriations
Laid on the table subject to call
SB 52 68-2 (1984)
Author: Santiesteban, H.Sponsor: Hanna, Joe
Relating to eligibility for appointment to and payment of dues to the Southern States Energy Board and use of previous appropriations for such payment.
House: Appropriations Senate: Natural Resources
Effective on . . . . . . . . . .
HB 1278 67-0 (1981)
Author: Craddick, TomSponsor: Meier, Bill
Relating to the composition of the Texas Energy and Natural Resources Advisory Council.
House: Energy Resources Senate: Natural Resources
Effective immediately
HB 2025 67-0 (1981)
Author: Presnal, Bill
Relating to a research, development, and demonstration program to facilitate the production and use of Texas deep basin lignite.
House: Energy Resources
Committee report printed and sent to Committee on Calendars
HB 2026 67-0 (1981)
Author: Presnal, Bill
Relating to a program to demonstrate fluidized bed combustion of lignite.
House: Energy Resources
Reported from subcommittee with substitute
HB 2272 67-0 (1981)
Author: Keese, Bill
Relating to metering natural gas lines to determine production amounts.
House: Ways & Means
Referred to Committee on Ways & Means
SB 362 67-0 (1981)
Author: Vale, Bob
Relating to planning for, developing, and regulating the use of renewable energy; creating the Texas Renewable Energy Development Commission; providing for its powers duties and for advisory councils; providing for licensing requirements and procdures; providing for a penalty and for injunctive relief.
Senate: Natural Resources
Reported from committee favorably without amendments
SB 364 67-0 (1981)
Author: Vale, BobSponsor: Keese, Bill
Relating to exemption from taxation of value of property arising from solar and wind-powered energy devices.
House: Ways & Means Senate: Natural Resources
Referred to subcommittee
SB 440 67-0 (1981)
Author: Meier, Bill
Relating to the composition of the Texas Energy and Natural Resources Advisory Council.
House: Energy Resources Senate: Natural Resources
Referred to Committee on Energy Resources
SB 569 67-0 (1981)
Author: McKnight, Peyton
Relating to a research, development, and demonstration program to facilitate the production and use of Texas deep basin lignite.
Senate: Natural Resources
Reported from committee favorably without amendments
HB 1901 66-0 (1979)
Author: Browder, Jim
Relating to production and sale of hydroelectric energy or power by the Trinity River Authority of Texas.
House: Natural Resources
Sent to Local and Consent Calendar Committee
HB 2077 66-0 (1979)
Author: Wilson, Ron
Declaring the policy of this state to safeguard the health, general welfare, and physical property of the people of the state from pollution resulting from solid waste.
House: Health Services
Scheduled for future calendar placement
HB 2227 66-0 (1979)
Author: Craddick, Tom
Relating to consolidation of certain state responsibilities for the development of energy, environmental, and natural resources policy and for the performance of energy-related programs.
House: Natural Resources
Laid on the table subject to call
SB 345 66-0 (1979)
Author: Schwartz, A.R. "Babe"
Relating to efficient use of energy resources; providing penalties.
Senate: Finance
Referred to Committee on Finance
SB 804 66-0 (1979)
Author: Vale, BobSponsor: Keese, Bill
Relating to use of solid waste as fuel for electric utility plants.
House: Energy Resources Senate: Natural Resources
Notice given -1 hour to suspend rules to consider
SB 921 66-0 (1979)
Author: Schwartz, A.R. "Babe"Sponsor: Craddick, Tom
Creating the Texas Energy and Natural Resources Advisory Council to succeed the Texas Energy Advisory Council and the Natural Resources Council; providing for its organization, powers, and functions; creating the Energy Development Fund and providing for its administration; amending The Texas Energy Development Act of 1977.
House: Natural Resources Senate: Natural Resources
Effective on . . . . . . . . . .
HB 1398 65-0 (1977)
Author: Kubiak, Dan
Relating to feasibility studies of certain energy sources for state buildings.
House: Energy Resources
Considered by committee in public hearing
HB 1413 65-0 (1977)
Author: Lauhoff, Herman E.
Relating to an exemption for coal-fired boiler systems and related equipment under the Limited Sales, Excise, and Use Tax Act.
House: Ways & Means
Considered by subcommittee in formal meeting
HB 1651 65-0 (1977)
Author: Bush, Bob
Relating to the creation, administration, powers, and duties of the Governor's Energy Advisory Council and the Advisory Committee to the Governor's Energy Advisory Council.
House: Energy Resources
Referred to Committee on Energy Resources
HB 1653 65-0 (1977)
Author: Craddick, TomSponsor: Sherman, Max
Relating to ratification of the Interstate Compact for the Conservation and Utilization of Natural Energy and Water Resources.
House: Natural Resources Senate: Natural Resources
Effective immediately
HB 2084 65-0 (1977)
Author: Allen, Joe
Relating to natural resources, energy, and water development requiring that all exploration and development be given every acceptable incentive, that all undesirable systems not be terminated until they are replaced with alternative systems of equal security, and that all systems proceed on an economical and environmentally sound basis.
House: Natural Resources
Referred to Committee on Natural Resources
HB 2198 65-0 (1977)
Author: Wilson, John
Relating to a state of emergency concerning certain sales of natural gas.
House: Energy Resources
Referred to Committee on Energy Resources
HB 2262 65-0 (1977)
Author: Baker, Andrew Z.
Relating to requirement of the sale of aviation motor fuel having certain octane ratings; providing a penalty.
House: Transportation
Referred to Committee on Transportation
HCR 167 65-0 (1977)
Author: Allen, Joe
Memorializing Congress to adopt a national energy policy that will use the free market system.
House: Energy Resources
Reported from committee favorably with amendments
SB 1083 65-0 (1977)
Author: Ogg, Jack
Exempting from the sales tax receipts from the sale of apparatus designed to eliminate pilot lights on gas-operated appliances.
Senate: Finance
Referred to Committee on Finance
SB 1172 65-0 (1977)
Author: Sherman, MaxSponsor: Hanna, Joe
Relating to the creation, organization, powers, duties, and operations of the Texas Energy Advisory Council; creating an advisory committee; providing for compensation of certain staff and for travel expense for certain persons; providing for cooperation by other state agencies.
House: Energy Resources Senate: Natural Resources
90 Day Bill
SCR 103 65-0 (1977)
Author: Mengden, Walter
Memorializing Congress to adopt national energy policy emphasizing development and production of energy sources.
House: Energy Resources Senate: Natural Resources
Referred to Committee on Energy Resources
SR 758 65-0 (1977)
Author: Mengden, Walter
Memorializing Congress to adopt a national energy program.
Senate: Natural Resources
HB 1167 64-0 (1975)
Author: Fox, Milton E.
Relating to the Governor's Energy Advisory Council and Advisory Committee.
House: Energy Resources
Considered by committee in public hearing
HB 1182 64-0 (1975)
Author: Lewis, Gibson
Relating to the development of energy technologies.
House: Energy Resources
Considered by committee in public hearing
HB 1283 64-0 (1975)
Author: Washington, Craig
Relating to the establishment of the Energy and Natural Resources Institute at the University of Houston and the acquisition and disposition of land and the development of new institutions, branches, and operations by the board.
House: Energy Resources
Referred to subcommittee
HB 2250 64-0 (1975)
Author: Craddick, Tom
Relating to ratification of the Interstate Compact for the Conservation and Utilization of Natural Energy and Water Resources.
House: Energy Resources
Rules failed to suspend
HCR 35 64-0 (1975)
Author: Newton, Jon P.Sponsor: Sherman, Max
Memorializing the Texas Delegation to Congress regarding energy policy.
House: Energy Resources Senate: Natural Resources
Signed by Governor
HCR 54 64-0 (1975)
Author: Newton, Jon P.
Relating to creating an interim committee to study feasibility and means to enhance resource recovery from solid waste.
House: Energy Resources
Considered by committee in public hearing
HCR 71 64-0 (1975)
Author: Barrientos, Gonzalo
Relating to memorializing the Texas delegation to Congress regarding energy policy.
House: Energy Resources
Referred to Committee on Energy Resources
HR 31 64-0 (1975)
Author: Nowlin, James
Relating to requesting the Committee on Energy Resources to study all aspects of currently available sources of energy.
House: Energy Resources
HR 97 64-0 (1975)
Author: Thompson, Senfronia
Relating to the establishment of an interim committee to study the problems of resource depletion.
House: Energy Resources
SB 428 64-0 (1975)
Author: Brooks, ChetSponsor: Washington, Craig
Relating to the establishment, administration, role and scope, and funding of the Energy and Natural Resources Institute at the University of Houston and the acquisition and disposition of land and the development of new institutions, branches, and operations.
House: Energy Resources Senate: Natural Resources
Amendments
SB 518 64-0 (1975)
Author: Sherman, Max
Relating to development of energy technologies; prescribing the duties, responsibilities, and authority of the Governor's Energy Advisory Council; creating the Energy Development Fund and providing for its funding; providing for disposal of capital assets under certain circumstances and on certain terms.
House: Energy Resources Senate: Natural Resources
Considered by committee in public hearing
SB 519 64-0 (1975)
Author: Sherman, MaxSponsor: Hanna, Joe
Relating to the creation and staffing of the Governor's Energy Advisory Council and its powers and duties; creating the Advisory Committee to the Governor's Energy Advisory Council; providing for travel expense and compensation; providing for cooperation by other state agencies; providing an expiration date.
House: Energy Resources Senate: Natural Resources
90 day bill
SCR 23 64-0 (1975)
Author: Sherman, Max
Memorializing the Texas Delegation to the 94th Congress of the United States of America; requesting all state officials to cooperate fully with the Congressional delegation and to supply the members of the delegation with all relevant material regarding the impact of the citizens of Texas of existing and proposed energy policies.
Senate: Natural Resources
Reported from committee favorably
HR 26 63-0 (1973)
Author: Denton, Lane
Instructing the Railroad Commission to make a written report on certain aspects of the energy crisis.
House: Natural Resources
HR 59 63-0 (1973)
Author: Newton, Jon P.
Creating the Energy Crisis Committee.
House: Natural Resources
SR 881 63-0 (1973)
Author: Sherman, Max
Instructing the Senate Natural Resources Committee to study the energy situation.
Senate: Administration
HR 9 63-1 (1973)
Author: Denton, Lane
Concerning activating the House General Investigating Committee to permit a thorough study of the energy crisis.
House: Natural Resources
HR 12 63-1 (1973)
Author: Lewis, Gibson
Urging the Governor to call a special session concerning the energy crisis.
House: State Affairs
SR 4 63-1 (1973)
Author: McKnight, Peyton
Memorializing Congress of the United states that constructive action by the federal government is needed to deal with both short and long-randge energy problems.
SR 10 63-1 (1973)
Author: Clower, Ron
Memorializing Congress of the United States to enact legislation to relieve the energy crisis.
HB 24 42-1 (1931)
Author: Laird, John W.
Relating to combining the duties of the Oil and Gas Division of the Railroad Commission of Texas, the State Board of Water Engineers, the Game, Fish and Oyster Commission of Texas and the State Reclamation Department into one commission to be known as the State Conservation Commission of Texas.
