Texas · 89th Legislature (2025) · Bill

SB 2980: Relating to the authority of the Railroad Commission of Texas and the Public Utility Commission of Texas to address a failure by an operator to maintain an electrical power line serving a well site or certain surface facilities in accordance with the National Electrical Code.

In committee Last action April 7, 2025: Referred to Natural Resources

Plain-language summary

SB 2980 is a bill introduced in the Texas Senate on March 14, 2025. According to its official title, it concerns: Relating to the authority of the Railroad Commission of Texas and the Public Utility Commission of Texas to address a failure by an operator to maintain an electrical power line serving a well site or certain surface facilities in accordance with the National Electrical Code. Primary sponsor: Hancock. Most recent recorded action (April 7, 2025): Referred to Natural Resources.

Sponsors

Primary sponsor: Hancock.