Relating to the study of and incentives for the use of solar and wind energy.

HB 3278 requires the Texas Commission on Environmental Quality to study the environmental, economic, and infrastructure impacts of solar and wind energy facilities. The study will examine land use effects on agriculture and wildlife, decommissioning challenges, grid reliability, economic impacts on rural communities, battery fire risks, and noise health effects. It mandates public hearings in rural counties and requires a final report by January 2027. The bill directly affects rural landowners, local communities near energy projects, and the energy industry through its research focus. Note: This is a study bill with no funding or policy changes - only research on existing solar/wind impacts.