House Bill No. 106 aims to establish regulations for the maintenance of overhead electrical power lines associated with oil and gas development and production in Texas. The bill introduces a new section, Section 91.0195, to the Natural Resources Code, which mandates that operators of oil or gas wells must maintain overhead electrical distribution systems in accordance with rules set by the commission. If an operator is found to have violated these rules, the commission is authorized to impose administrative penalties, which will be assessed following existing procedures outlined in Sections 81.0532 through 81.0534. Additionally, any penalties collected will be deposited into the oil and gas regulation and cleanup fund.

The bill also amends Section 81.067(c) of the Natural Resources Code to include the money collected under the newly established Section 91.0195 as part of the fund's composition. This amendment expands the sources of revenue for the fund, which supports oil and gas regulation and cleanup efforts. The provisions of this bill are set to take effect on September 1, 2025.

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Engrossed: Natural Resources Code 81.067 (Natural Resources Code 81)