Texas HB4998 includes independent organizations managing power regions as governmental bodies under public information law.

HB4998 amends the Texas Government Code to redefine "governmental body" to include independent organizations established to manage power regions. This change subjects these organizations to the public information law, requiring them to disclose information similarly to other governmental bodies. The bill also adds a new section in the Utilities Code to address the disclosure of public information by the governing body of such independent organizations. This legislation takes effect on September 1, 2025.

Texas HB4998 includes independent organizations managing power regions as governmental bodies under public information law.

HB4998 amends the Texas Government Code to redefine "governmental body" to include independent organizations established to manage power regions. This change subjects these organizations to the public information law, requiring them to disclose information similarly to other governmental bodies. The bill also adds a new section in the Utilities Code to address the disclosure of public information by the governing body of such independent organizations. This legislation takes effect on September 1, 2025.