Honorable Byron Cook, Chair, House Committee on State Affairs
FROM:
Ursula Parks, Director, Legislative Budget Board
IN RE:
HB1475 by Davis, Yvonne (Relating to electricity service provided by retail electric providers; creating a criminal offense.), As Introduced
No significant fiscal implication to the State is anticipated.
The bill would amend the Utilities Code relating to electricity service provided by retail electric providers; creating a criminal offense. Based on the analysis of the Public Utility Commission, duties and responsibilities associated with implementing the provisions of the bill could be accomplished by utilizing existing resources.
Local Government Impact
A Class C misdemeanor is punishable by a fine of not more than $500. Costs associated with enforcement and prosecution could likely be absorbed within existing resources. Revenue gain from fines imposed and collected is not anticipated to have a significant fiscal impact. In addition to the fine, punishment can include up to 180 days of deferred disposition.