Texas HB4290 amends the definition of a qualifying cogenerator to include those serving large loads and colocated desalination facilities.

Texas HB4290 amends the Utilities Code to redefine a qualifying cogenerator. Specifically, it includes those providing electricity to manufacturers of digital products and thermal, steam, or waste heat to a colocated desalination facility. This change ensures that such cogenerators are not considered retail electric utilities. The bill also modifies the definition of a retail electric utility to exclude certain entities. HB4290 takes effect immediately if passed by a two-thirds vote; otherwise, it becomes effective September 1, 2025.

Texas HB4290 amends the definition of a qualifying cogenerator to include those serving large loads and colocated desalination facilities.

Texas HB4290 amends the Utilities Code to redefine a qualifying cogenerator. Specifically, it includes those providing electricity to manufacturers of digital products and thermal, steam, or waste heat to a colocated desalination facility. This change ensures that such cogenerators are not considered retail electric utilities. The bill also modifies the definition of a retail electric utility to exclude certain entities. HB4290 takes effect immediately if passed by a two-thirds vote; otherwise, it becomes effective September 1, 2025.