Texas SB1978 prohibits the interconnection of facilities in the ERCOT power region with those outside the region without a certificate.

Texas SB1978 amends the Utilities Code to prohibit the interconnection of facilities in the ERCOT power region with facilities outside the region. This includes facilities located partly or wholly outside the state. The bill requires entities to obtain a certificate from the Public Utility Commission stating that the interconnection serves the public convenience and necessity. The commission may impose conditions on the certificate to protect the public interest. The provisions apply to actions taken after the bill's effective date, with earlier actions governed by existing law.

Texas SB1978 prohibits the interconnection of facilities in the ERCOT power region with those outside the region without a certificate.

Texas SB1978 amends the Utilities Code to prohibit the interconnection of facilities in the ERCOT power region with facilities outside the region. This includes facilities located partly or wholly outside the state. The bill requires entities to obtain a certificate from the Public Utility Commission stating that the interconnection serves the public convenience and necessity. The commission may impose conditions on the certificate to protect the public interest. The provisions apply to actions taken after the bill's effective date, with earlier actions governed by existing law.