The bill, H.B. No. 3237, amends Section 388.005(c) of the Health and Safety Code to establish new energy consumption goals for political subdivisions, institutions of higher education, and state agencies in Texas. The amendment requires these entities to set a goal to reduce their electric consumption by at least five percent each state fiscal year for a duration of six years, starting from September 1, 2025. This change replaces the previous requirement of a seven-year reduction period that began in 2019.

The bill aims to promote energy efficiency and sustainability within governmental and educational institutions by adjusting the timeline and duration for achieving these consumption reduction goals. The new effective date for these provisions is set for September 1, 2025.

Statutes affected:
Introduced: Health and Safety Code 388.005 (Health and Safety Code 388)