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TX SB924
Bill
Status
6/20/2025
Primary Sponsor
Kelly Hancock
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AI Summary
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Amends the definition of "video service" in the Utilities Code to explicitly exclude direct-to-home satellite services transmitted directly to customers without using public rights-of-way
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Excludes video programming accessed via internet services, including streaming content, from the definition of "video service"
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Preserves the obligation of holders of state-issued certificates of franchise authority as of September 1, 2025 to continue paying compensation for use of public rights-of-way
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Protects ongoing litigation by maintaining the chapter's application to compensation claims for services provided before September 1, 2025 by parties involved in related litigation as of January 1, 2025
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Preserves municipalities' existing rights to bring legal actions against certificate holders or non-holders under Chapter 66 of the Utilities Code
Legislative Description
Relating to entities that provide video services.
Electronic Information Systems
Last Action
Effective on 9/1/25
6/20/2025