HB 1897 establishes requirements for the Public Utility Commission of Texas when considering applications for certificates of convenience and necessity for coastal wind power facilities. The bill mandates that the commission evaluate the potential impact of these facilities on industries, the environment, and coastal safety. It prohibits certification if the facilities negatively affect established industries, wildlife, or migratory patterns, or pose safety risks due to their location in disaster-prone areas. The act applies to applications pending as of its effective date, September 1, 2025​.