Texas HB1359 establishes a fee to fund assistance for low-income retail electric customers.

Texas HB1359 amends the Utilities Code to create a fee for retail electric providers and municipally owned utilities that have adopted customer choice. The fee, set by the Public Utility Commission, funds an income-based assistance program for low-income electric customers. The program includes discounts and one-time bill payment assistance. The commission sets the fee amount biennially, considering the fund's balance. The fund also covers administrative expenses and customer education. The fee is charged based on kilowatt hours used by customers.

Texas HB1359 establishes a fee to fund assistance for low-income retail electric customers.

Texas HB1359 amends the Utilities Code to create a fee for retail electric providers and municipally owned utilities that have adopted customer choice. The fee, set by the Public Utility Commission, funds an income-based assistance program for low-income electric customers. The program includes discounts and one-time bill payment assistance. The commission sets the fee amount biennially, considering the fund's balance. The fund also covers administrative expenses and customer education. The fee is charged based on kilowatt hours used by customers.