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TX SB1664

Bill

Status

Passed

6/20/2025

Primary Sponsor

Charles Schwertner

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Origin

Senate

89th Legislature Regular Session

AI Summary

  • Transmission and distribution utilities must submit a stand-alone document with any rate change filing showing: rate changes by class, time period in effect, anticipated revenue (4-year projection for base rate increases), current and proposed delivery charges for average residential customers, and the difference between current and proposed charges

  • For base rate increases, utilities must disclose the anticipated total revenue to be received during the four-year period following the proposed implementation date

  • If a regulatory authority approves a rate change that differs from the utility's initial proposal, the utility must provide a new transparency document reflecting the approved changes

  • The Public Utility Commission must publish and update at least monthly on its website or Power to Choose website information on transmission and distribution utility rates in a format easily understood by the public

  • Takes effect September 1, 2025, and applies only to proceedings commencing on or after that date; passed the Senate 30-0 on April 7, 2025, and the House 135-0 on May 24, 2025

Legislative Description

Relating to public information regarding the rates of a transmission and distribution utility.

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Last Action

Effective on 9/1/25

6/20/2025

Committee Referrals

State Affairs4/22/2025
Business & Commerce3/11/2025

Full Bill Text

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