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TX HB2500

TX HB2500
Relating to certain proceedings by the Public Utility Commission of Texas regarding water or sewer service.


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Introduced
02/05/2025
In Committee
03/17/2025
Crossed Over
Passed
Dead
06/02/2025

Introduced Session

89th Legislature Regular Session

Bill Summary

AN ACT relating to certain proceedings by the Public Utility Commission of Texas regarding water or sewer service.

AI Summary

This bill modifies Texas water and sewer utility regulations by introducing several key changes to the Water Code. The bill establishes new provisions for system improvement charges, requiring the Public Utility Commission (PUC) to process applications within 60 days and mandating that applications include detailed documentation like receipts and invoices to substantiate eligible infrastructure costs. It creates expedited processes for acquiring utilities that are in receivership, under supervision, or in temporary management, allowing both private Class A and B utilities and public entities like municipally owned utilities, counties, and water supply corporations to more easily take over struggling water or sewer systems. The bill expands the types of entities that can temporarily manage or acquire utilities experiencing operational issues, such as service discontinuation or chronic regulatory violations. These changes aim to improve water and sewer service reliability, particularly for smaller utilities facing operational challenges, by streamlining acquisition and management processes. The provisions will apply to system improvement charge applications received on or after the effective date of September 1, 2025, with the goal of creating more efficient and responsive regulatory mechanisms for water and sewer utilities in Texas.

Committee Categories

Agriculture and Natural Resources

Sponsors (1)

Last Action

Left pending in committee (on 03/26/2025)

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