The bill, S.B. No. 2292, amends the Health and Safety Code by adding Section 388.0045, which prohibits the use of electric resistance heating as the primary heat source in certain residential buildings with a dwelling area greater than 500 square feet. This prohibition is established notwithstanding any existing energy code requirements or local amendments, with the exception of dwelling units that utilize chilled water for cooling.

The new regulations will apply to residential construction, remodeling, alteration, enlargement, or repair activities that commence under an agreement made on or after January 1, 2026. For projects initiated before this date, the existing laws will remain in effect. Additionally, municipalities are required to implement the necessary rules to enforce this section by December 1, 2025. The act is set to take effect on September 1, 2025.

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