Texas HB2453 amends the Natural Resources Code to enhance oversight of electrical power lines serving oil and gas well sites and facilities.

Texas HB2453 amends the Natural Resources Code to strengthen the oversight of electrical power lines serving oil and gas well sites and facilities. The bill requires operators to maintain these power lines in accordance with the National Electrical Code. If the Railroad Commission of Texas discovers non-compliant conditions during inspections, it must notify the Public Utility Commission of Texas. Together, they must notify the relevant electric utility, request inspections by the state fire marshal or local authorities, and mandate operators to address any dangerous conditions.

Texas HB2453 amends the Natural Resources Code to enhance oversight of electrical power lines serving oil and gas well sites and facilities.

Texas HB2453 amends the Natural Resources Code to strengthen the oversight of electrical power lines serving oil and gas well sites and facilities. The bill requires operators to maintain these power lines in accordance with the National Electrical Code. If the Railroad Commission of Texas discovers non-compliant conditions during inspections, it must notify the Public Utility Commission of Texas. Together, they must notify the relevant electric utility, request inspections by the state fire marshal or local authorities, and mandate operators to address any dangerous conditions.