PUCT News Releases - Public Utility Commission of Texas
WEBMar 5, 2013 · The Public Utility Commission of Texas regulates the state's electric, telecommunication, and water and sewer utilities, implements respective legislation, and provides customer assistance in resolving consumer complaints.
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WEBLearn more about what we're doing at the Public Utility Commission of Texas (PUCT) in PUCurrenT, a quarterly newsletter that shares how PUCT staff protect customers, foster competition, and promote high quality utility infrastructure for all Texans.
Governor Abbott Appoints And Names Gleeson Chair Of Public Utility ...
WEBJan 19, 2024 · Governor Greg Abbott has appointed Thomas Gleeson to the Public Utility Commission of Texas (PUC) for a term set to expire on September 1, 2029. Additionally, the Governor has named him Chair of the PUC.
Governor Abbott Directs Public Utility Commission To Take …
WEBJul 6, 2021 · Governor Greg Abbott today sent a letter to members of the Public Utility Commission of Texas (PUC) directing them to take immediate action to improve electric reliability across the state.
WEBPress Release. Aug. 23, 2023. Contact: Ellie Breed. Media@PUC.Texas.Gov. ‘Virtual Power Plants’ to Provide Power to ERCOT Grid for the First Time. Pilot Project Launches First Aggregate Distributed Energy Resources in Texas.
WEBAustin, Texas – The Texas Senate today unanimously confirmed the appointment of Kathleen Jackson as commissioner of the Public Utility Commission of Texas (PUCT). Jackson was appointed to her position by Gov. Greg Abbott in Aug. 2022.
WEBTEF to Help Fund Construction and Modernization of Reliable Energy Resources. Austin, Texas - The Public Utility Commission of Texas (PUCT) will implement the Texas Energy Fund (TEF), as directed by the Texas Legislature through Senate Bill 2627 and approved by Texas voters on Nov. 7.
Texas Public Utility Commission Chair Peter Lake resigns | The Texas …
WEBJun 2, 2023 · Peter Lake, chair of the Public Utility Commission — which regulates the state’s power grid — resigned Friday, according to a statement from Gov. Greg Abbott’s office.
ABOUT THE PUCT - Public Utility Commission of Texas
WEBThe PUCT oversees the state's competitive utility markets, implementing legislation and enforcing market rules that guarantee reliability and high-quality infrastructure, including oversight of the Electric Reliability Council of Texas, which runs the electric grid for 90% of Texas' power needs.
How Texas utility regulators propose to change the electricity …
WEBMar 1, 2023 · The state's Public Utility Commission is proposing changes to the state's electricity market that aim to give companies a financial incentive to build more gas-fired plants or extend the...