Bill > HB3511

This bill adds a new section to the Texas Utilities Code that allows electric vehicles (EVs) to participate more extensively in the Electric Reliability Council of Texas (ERCOT) electricity market. Specifically, the bill authorizes the Public Utility Commission to establish safety and technical standards for EV interconnection to the electricity distribution system, ensuring these standards align with existing national electrical safety codes. The bill permits EV owners to sell electricity stored in their vehicle batteries through registered aggregators or load serving entities, and to participate in various ERCOT market mechanisms such as ancillary services, virtual power plant programs, and aggregate distributed energy resources programs. By enabling EVs to function as potential grid resources, the legislation creates opportunities for EV owners to potentially generate income by providing electricity back to the grid during peak demand periods, while also supporting grid stability. The provisions will take effect on September 1, 2025, giving stakeholders time to prepare for the new market opportunities.

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https://capitol.texas.gov/BillLookup/History.aspx?LegSess=89R&Bill=HB3511