by TCCFUI | Jun 15, 2017 | Blog
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...
by TCCFUI | Jun 7, 2017 | Blog
The Texas Legislature this year considered more than 6,600 bills. Of those, more than 5,800 died quiet deaths. Among the improbable survivors, however, was a bill our coalition supported — House Bill 931 — that we believe will lead to more hike-and-bike trails...
by TCCFUI | May 26, 2017 | Blog
The last day of the 85th Texas Legislature is Monday, Memorial Day. The Texas Coalition of Cities for Utility Issues has been following scores of bills. Here’s a quick update on a few of the more important ones. House Bill 931, if signed into law by Gov. Greg...
by TCCFUI | May 11, 2017 | Blog
Although an important bill assistance program has ended, low-income ratepayers should continue to have access to other important protections thanks to legislation now pending in Austin. Sponsored by state Sen. John Whitmire and Rep. Chris Paddie, Senate Bill 1976 is...
by TCCFUI | May 5, 2017 | Blog
It looks increasingly likely that after two previous failed attempts, the Texas Legislature this year will adopt far-reaching “Sunset” legislation for the Texas Railroad Commission. The 125-year-old state agency oversees gas utility rates and the state’s petrochemical...
