SB 6 (Texas, 89R): Large-load interconnection, curtailment and co-location rules for ERCOT

Relating to the planning for, interconnection and operation of, and costs related to providing service for certain electrical loads (large loads of 75 MW or more) in the ERCOT region. Requires interconnection disclosure and a study fee, lets ERCOT order curtailment of large loads and deployment of backup generation in emergencies, and gives the PUC review of new co-location and net-metering arrangements. Author Sen. Phil King, joint author Sen. Charles Schwertner; House sponsor Rep. Ken King. Senate Business & Commerce 10-0, House State Affairs 12-0; signed by Gov. Abbott June 20, 2025, effective immediately.