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TX SB1762
Bill
Status
6/20/2025
Primary Sponsor
Cesar Blanco
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AI Summary
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Renames "energy conservation well" to "geothermal energy conservation well" in the Natural Resources Code, defined as a well used to retain energy for dispatchable electricity generation for the power grid
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Clarifies that a geothermal energy conservation well is not classified as a battery energy storage resource
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Expands criteria for the Railroad Commission to designate a person as operator of an orphaned well to include those with documented possessory rights in geothermal energy estates or geologic space for geothermal energy conservation purposes
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Requires applicants for orphaned well operator designation to file a factually supported claim, certificate of compliance, and a $250 nonrefundable fee
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Takes effect immediately with two-thirds vote of both legislative houses, otherwise September 1, 2025; passed Senate 31-0 on April 16, 2025 and House 140-0 on May 21, 2025
Legislative Description
Relating to the authority of the Railroad Commission of Texas to designate certain persons as the operator of an orphaned oil or gas well.
Energy
Last Action
Effective immediately
6/20/2025