S.B. No. 924 amends the definition of "video service" in the Utilities Code to clarify that it includes video programming services provided through wireline facilities in the public right-of-way, but explicitly excludes certain types of services. The bill specifies that the term does not encompass video services provided by commercial mobile service providers, direct-to-home satellite services, or any video programming accessed via internet-based services. This change aims to delineate the scope of video services covered under the law.

Additionally, the bill introduces a new section, 66.017, which preserves the obligations of holders of state-issued certificates of franchise authority regarding compensation for the use of public rights-of-way, even after the new exclusions take effect on September 1, 2025. It ensures that existing rights of municipalities to take legal action against franchise holders remain intact. The act is set to take effect on September 1, 2025, following its passage in both the Senate and House.

Statutes affected:
Introduced: Utilities Code 66.002 (Utilities Code 66)
Senate Committee Report: Utilities Code 66.002 (Utilities Code 66)
Engrossed: Utilities Code 66.002 (Utilities Code 66)
House Committee Report: Utilities Code 66.002 (Utilities Code 66)
Enrolled: Utilities Code 66.002 (Utilities Code 66)