The bill, H.B. No. 574, amends Section 39.151 of the Utilities Code to require independent organizations certified to manage the ERCOT power region to utilize adaptive model data analytics software for forecasting power generation system availability. Specifically, a new subsection (g-9) is added, stipulating that maintaining certification as an independent organization necessitates the use of this software.

Furthermore, the bill establishes a timeline for compliance, mandating that independent organizations certified before September 1, 2025, must begin using the required software by September 1, 2026. Failure to comply with this requirement after the deadline may result in decertification by the Public Utility Commission of Texas. The act is set to take effect on September 1, 2025.

Statutes affected:
Introduced: Utilities Code 39.151 (Utilities Code 39)