Texas energy heads into the 2027 session

Texas lawmakers return in 2027 to a 400-500 GW data-center load queue, SB 6's steep interconnection fees, and unresolved winter-grid risk since Uri.

• HB 5200 to be refiled: Anchía's grid-enhancing technology bill passed the House 128-0 in 2025 but got no Senate hearing; he's refiling for the session opening Jan. 12, 2027, hoping for a Senate co-author.
• SB 6 entry costs: The PUCT's September rules require large loads to pay $100,000–$300,000 study fees plus $50,000 per megawatt in security, with real penalties for walking away.

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