The bill, H.B. No. 2167, proposes the establishment of a gas inventory system to be developed collaboratively by the Railroad Commission of Texas, the Public Utility Commission of Texas, and the independent organization certified for the ERCOT power region. This new system aims to enhance the management and availability of gas supplies by requiring operators of intrastate gas pipeline facilities to provide real-time information about their available gas supply. This information can be transmitted through telemetry or a hotline, ensuring that the independent organization has up-to-date data on gas availability.

Additionally, the bill stipulates that the information collected for the gas inventory system will be confidential and exempt from disclosure under Chapter 552 of the Government Code. This measure is intended to protect sensitive operational data while improving the overall efficiency and reliability of gas supply management in Texas. The provisions of this act are set to take effect on September 1, 2025.

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