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HB 4817 establishes new reliability requirements for electric generation facilities in the ERCOT power region. It introduces locational marginal pricing adjustments and mandates that generation facilities maintain at least 50% of their nameplate capacity under most operating conditions. Facilities failing to meet reliability standards will face price caps and financial penalties, while those opting out of reliability requirements will be subject to settlement price caps​.
Author (1)
Wesley Virdell
Contact the Author
Rep. Wesley Virdell
Capitol Phone:
(512) 463-0536
Capitol Office:
EXT E2.304
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