Elections 2022EnergyBeto O’Rourke Sued for Defamation by Natural Gas Company CEO Over Claims of Bribery
Brad JohnsonMarch 8, 2022
O'Rourke has repeatedly accused Abbott of taking bribes from energy companies after the 2021 winter storm.
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EnergyGriddy Customers Free of Exorbitant Electricity Bills from the Texas Blackouts After AG Settlement
Brad JohnsonAugust 30, 2021
After the price of electricity shot skyward back in February, wholesale electric provider Griddy had to file for bankruptcy.
EnergyERCOT Expands Power Grid Reserve Capacity in Preparation for Summer Heat
Brad JohnsonJuly 22, 2021
ERCOT and PUC officials said they're confident the power grid will be able to meet the potential peak demand this summer as temperatures rise.
87th LegislatureEnergy‘Everything That Needed to be Done, Was Done,’ Abbott Says Signing ERCOT and Power Grid Reforms
Brad JohnsonJune 8, 2021
Texas Governor Greg Abbott signed into law the state's omnibus response to the February blackouts along with ERCOT reform.
87th LegislatureEnergyState HouseState SenateElectricity Omnibus Bill, PUC and ERCOT Overhaul One Step Closer to Governor’s Desk
Brad JohnsonMay 24, 2021
Legislation aimed at remedying the underlying causes of the February blackouts has been approved by both legislative chambers.