The bill, S.B. No. 1309, amends the Utilities Code to require electric utilities, municipally owned utilities, and electric cooperatives to provide specific information to their retail customers at least quarterly, rather than periodically. This information includes the utility's procedures for involuntary load shedding, the identification of critical care residential and industrial customers, the application process for customers to be classified as critical, and guidance on reducing electricity use during potential load shedding events.

The changes are reflected in Sections 17.003(d-1), 17.005(f), and 17.006(f) of the Utilities Code, where the term "periodically" is replaced with "at least quarterly." This amendment aims to enhance communication and preparedness among retail electric customers regarding electricity usage and potential service interruptions. The bill is set to take effect on September 1, 2025.

Statutes affected:
Introduced: Utilities Code 17.005, Utilities Code 17.006 (Utilities Code 17)