H.B. No. 3334 introduces new regulations aimed at enhancing wildfire prevention, mitigation, and response for oil and gas facilities under the jurisdiction of the Railroad Commission of Texas. The bill adds Title 13 to the Natural Resources Code, which includes definitions and provisions related to inspections and certifications required before the transfer of ownership of wells that have previously received notices of violation related to fire safety. It mandates that inspections be conducted by licensed individuals to ensure compliance with the National Electrical Code, and outlines the process for reporting inspection results and taking remedial actions.

Additionally, the bill establishes penalties for non-compliance, allowing the commission to impose administrative penalties of up to $10,000 for violations of the new regulations. It also provides for the termination of electric service to orphaned, inactive, or non-compliant wells, with reinstatement contingent upon compliance with state laws. The Railroad Commission is tasked with adopting necessary rules to implement these changes, which will take effect on September 1, 2025.

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