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TX HB106
Bill
Status
4/24/2025
Primary Sponsor
Ken King
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AI Summary
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Requires operators of oil and gas wells to maintain overhead electrical distribution system lines they own or control in accordance with rules adopted by the Railroad Commission of Texas
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Authorizes the Railroad Commission to assess administrative penalties against operators who violate maintenance rules for electrical lines on land included in or connected to an oil and gas lease
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Penalties collected under this new section will be deposited into the oil and gas regulation and cleanup fund
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Adds penalties collected for electrical line maintenance violations as a new funding source (item 28) for the oil and gas regulation and cleanup fund
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Takes effect September 1, 2025
Legislative Description
Relating to the maintenance of overhead electrical power lines associated with oil and gas development and production; authorizing an administrative penalty.
Utilities
Last Action
Left pending in committee
5/15/2025