The bill amends Section 39.167(a) of the Utilities Code to require the independent organization certified for the ERCOT power region to develop a reliability plan specifically for the Permian Basin region. The amendment stipulates that this plan must be updated every five years, replacing the previous requirement that it be completed by January 30, 2024. Additionally, Section 39.167(c) is repealed, indicating a removal of prior provisions related to the reliability plan.

This legislation aims to enhance the reliability of electric transmission services in the Permian Basin by establishing a structured timeline for the development and periodic updating of the reliability plan. The bill is set to take effect on September 1, 2025, allowing for the necessary preparations and adjustments to be made in the interim.