Texas HB4577 amends the reliability requirements for electric generation facilities in the ERCOT power grid.

Texas HB4577 amends the reliability requirements for electric generation facilities in the ERCOT power grid. The bill mandates that the owner or operator of a non-dispatchable generation facility demonstrate the facility's ability to meet specific availability factors during peak hours. It also requires the Texas Commission on Environmental Quality to report annually on the costs and status of reliability improvements. The commission is tasked with enforcing performance requirements and may establish ancillary service markets to support reliability. The bill takes effect September 1, 2025.

Texas HB4577 amends the reliability requirements for electric generation facilities in the ERCOT power grid.

Texas HB4577 amends the reliability requirements for electric generation facilities in the ERCOT power grid. The bill mandates that the owner or operator of a non-dispatchable generation facility demonstrate the facility's ability to meet specific availability factors during peak hours. It also requires the Texas Commission on Environmental Quality to report annually on the costs and status of reliability improvements. The commission is tasked with enforcing performance requirements and may establish ancillary service markets to support reliability. The bill takes effect September 1, 2025.