Texas 2025 - 89th Regular

House Energy Resources Committee May 12th, 2025

Meeting Video(s)

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Texas 2025 - 89th Regular

Energy Resources May 12th, 2025 at 08:05 am

House Energy Resources Committee

The meeting featured robust discussions surrounding several bills, particularly focusing on HB2 and SB2949, which aim to establish better regulations for gas facilities and address concerns over fuel transportation. Representative Rosenthal introduced HB2, explaining its intent to improve protocols for gas installations, and shared a personal account of safety concerns that arose from similar incidents in his area. SB2949 was discussed with emphasis on curbing illegal fuel operations while protecting legitimate trade across the Texas-Mexico border. The bill drew attention due to a rise in fuel-related crimes and the need for effective tracking of fuel movements. Both bills left pending, highlighting the committee's commitment to revisiting and refining the proposed measures.

Bills on the Agenda

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Texas 2025 - 89th Regular

Texas Senate Bill SB290

Filed
11/12/24  
Out of Senate Committee
3/5/25  
Voted on by Senate
3/19/25  
Governor Action
 
Bill Becomes Law
 
Relating to notice to property owners regarding certain stationary LP-gas installations.
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Texas 2025 - 89th Regular

Texas Senate Bill SB2949

Filed
3/14/25  
Out of Senate Committee
4/14/25  
Voted on by Senate
4/22/25  
Governor Action
 
Bill Becomes Law
 
Relating to the regulation of certain facilities and operators engaged in the motor fuel transport or export business; requiring an occupational license; authorizing a fee; creating criminal offenses; authorizing a civil penalty.