Jun 11, 2013 | Texas LegislatureWhen it comes to paying for expensive legislative lobbyists, four of the top five biggest spenders during the most recent legislative session were electric companies. That’s the word from Texans for Public Justice, a campaign watchdog group, which also reported this...
May 24, 2013 | Texas LegislatureUnder the bill, the Public Utility Commission will lose the ability to adjust utility rates downward to reflect tax advantages enjoyed by electric utilities. As a result, utilities will gain the ability to charge customers an additional amount for federal income taxes — even in the absence of a greater tax liability by the utility.
Mar 27, 2013 | Texas LegislatureWill legislation in Austin save you money for cost you more? The Texas Coalition for Affordable Power examines pending bills important to electricity consumers.
Mar 25, 2013 | Texas LegislatureState Sen. Wendy Davis of Fort Worth has filed Senate Bill 602 to make electric company complaint and violation data more easily available for online inspection.
Mar 21, 2013 | Texas LegislatureRepublicans and Democrats expressed support for a TCAP-supported amendment requiring cost-benefit studies of major changes to the energy market.
Mar 18, 2013 | Texas LegislatureMore than 100 bills relating to electric and gas utility service have been filed at the Texas state Capitol. Many of these bills could impact how much you pay for gas or electric service.