H.B. No. 2479 amends the Texas Utilities Code to clarify the definitions of "cable service" and "video service." The bill specifies that "cable service" does not include video programming accessed via services that allow users to access content over the Internet, such as streaming content. Additionally, the definition of "video service" is refined to exclude certain types of services, including those provided by commercial mobile service providers, direct-to-home satellite services, and any video programming accessed through Internet-based services.

The bill aims to delineate the scope of cable and video services more clearly, ensuring that Internet-based services are not classified under traditional cable or video service definitions. This legislative change is intended to reflect the evolving landscape of media consumption and technology. The act will take effect immediately upon receiving a two-thirds vote from both houses or on September 1, 2025, if such a vote is not achieved.

Statutes affected:
Introduced: Utilities Code 66.002 (Utilities Code 66)