BLOG: CenterPoint Profits, Rates On The Rise

Thanks in large part to its repeated rate increases and customer growth, profits are up for CenterPoint Energy. That’s the word from the Houston Chronicle, which reported this week that its hometown electricity and natural gas distributor made profits of $135 million...

BLOG: Big Hike for Low-Risk Atmos Pipeline Texas

Customers served by one of the state’s largest gas utilities will soon see their bills increase thanks to a decision this week by the Texas Railroad Commission. Under that decision Atmos Pipeline Texas — a regulated monopoly serving northern and western parts of the...

BLOG: SB 1004 Becomes Law, Concerns Continue

If you’ve been reading along lately you may already know about Senate Bill 1004, which is a controversial new state law that further limits the local-control authority of cities. In specific terms, SB 1004 addresses city control over assets like right of way,...

BLOG: New June Energy Records Set for Texas

Increasingly hot summers and the needs of a growing state help explain heightened demands on the state principal power grid.   On June 23 — a hot day even by Texas standards — electrical consumption on the state’s main power grid spiked in quick succession to...

BLOG: 85th Legislative Session Wrap-Up

The 85th Regular Session of the Texas Legislature adjourned sine die on May 29, 2017. Just below we describe a number of bills of interest to TCCFUI, as well as their ultimate fate during the session.   HB 931 House Bill 931 will help expand the state’s network...