Regular Session
Government Affairs & Regulatory Compliance Analysis
SB1697 mandates that all entities billing end-use electric customers (REPs, IOUs, Co-ops, and MOUs) must actively distribute a new Public Utility Commission (PUC) "Transparency and Best Practices Guide for Rooftop Solar Systems. " While the PUC creates the content, your organization is legally required to modify billing statements and website interfaces to provide customers access to this guide for a rolling 12-month period.
Sen. Judith Zaffirini·Senate Bill·Regular Session
This legislation has regulatory implications for the following Texas businesses and organizations:
Notable regulatory updates (effective 2025-09-01). Consider how these changes may affect your operations.
Affected business types:
lowMinimal cost impact anticipated.
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Key implementation requirements and action items for compliance with this legislation
The statute leaves critical operational details to the PUC's discretion. Watch the Texas Register for the following:
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Common questions about SB1697
SB1697 mandates that all entities billing end-use electric customers (REPs, IOUs, Co-ops, and MOUs) must actively distribute a new Public Utility Commission (PUC) "Transparency and Best Practices Guide for Rooftop Solar Systems. " While the PUC creates the content, your organization is legally required to modify billing statements and website interfaces to provide customers access to this guide for a rolling 12-month period.
SB1697 was authored by Texas Senator Judith Zaffirini during the Regular Session.
SB1697 was signed into law by Governor Greg Abbott on May 13, 2025.
SB1697 is enforced by Public Utility Commission of Texas.
The regulatory priority for SB1697 is rated as "moderate". Businesses and organizations should review the legislation to understand potential impacts.
The cost impact of SB1697 is estimated as "low". This may vary based on industry and implementation requirements.
SB1697 addresses topics including energy, energy--solar, utilities, utilities--electric and public utility commission.
Key dates for SB1697: Effective date is 2025-09-01. Rulemaking: Develop, publish, and periodically update the 'Transparency and Best Practices Guide for Rooftop Solar Systems for Homes'. (Undetermined (Post-09/01/2025)). Consult with legal counsel regarding applicability.
SB1697 primarily affects energy companies and power generators, utility companies and energy providers. These businesses should review the legislation with their legal and compliance teams to understand potential impacts.
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