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05/09/2025

Chair introduced SB1566 for discussion.
The bill clarifies utility connection requirements for landowners removed from a municipality's ETJ.
Originally allowed in 2003, but issues arose with utility service connections.
SB1566 addresses the issue by creating a specific exemption for planning certificates.

Frances Blake, representing the Texas Association of Builders, gave testimony in support of SB1566.
The bill addresses a conflict in the local government code related to CCN removal and service provision by cities.
The bill aims to provide clarity on service rights for landowners affected by CCN removal under SB2038 from the last session.
No questions were raised by members concerning Frances Blake's testimony.
No additional testimonies were provided for or against SB1566 by other individuals.
Chairman Darby is recognized to close the discussion, and the bill SB1566 is left pending without objection.

Chair introduces SB1664 and recognizes Chair Hall to explain the bill.
Chair Hall states the bill aims to increase accessibility and transparency for consumers in terms of transmission and distribution utility rates.
Describes the bill as pro-consumer.
No questions were posed to Chair Hall.

John Ross Hubbard spoke on behalf of the Texas Association of Manufacturers, supporting SB1664 for increased transparency in utility rate increases.
Current interim updates on utility costs via riders are frequent and can be difficult for customers to track.
The proposed bill aims to require utilities to explain changes in their overall revenues and charges for each rate class.
The goal is to simplify and increase transparency for customers regarding their utility bills.
No questions were asked of the witness, and there was no further testimony on SB1664.
The chair left SB1664 pending with no objections.

Chair introduces SB2268 and a committee substitute for review.
Chairman Hunter provides an explanation of the bill.
SB2268 is an extension of the TEF fund, allowing municipal utilities.
The committee substitute ensures the Open Records Act applies to the bill.
A motion is made for the bill's passage.
There are no questions from members regarding the bill.
One witness, Taylor Kilroy, supports the bill on behalf of the Texas Public Power Association.