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HB 613 proposes interconnecting the ERCOT power grid with grids outside its jurisdiction to increase access to external energy sources. It allows utilities and cooperatives to construct and operate the necessary facilities, provided they obtain certificates of convenience and necessity and meet safety standards. The bill mandates regulatory approval processes and highlights the potential for both synchronous and asynchronous connections to address energy reliability issues while considering public safety concerns.
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