Corporation Commission; prohibiting certain public utilities from taking certain actions relating to advertising. Effective date.

SB 1001 prohibits public utilities that are the sole provider in their service area from including advertising costs in their operating expenses when setting customer rates. The bill defines "advertising" broadly (e.g., promotional media like TV or radio ads) but excludes energy conservation tips, required safety notices, billing inserts, and information about energy-efficient appliances. This means utilities cannot charge customers for promotional advertising expenses, though they may still include costs for non-promotional communications. The law becomes effective November 1, 2025.