Relating to the authority of the Public Utility Commission of Texas to retain assistance for regional proceedings affecting certain electric utilities and consumers.

HB 4668 allows the Public Utility Commission of Texas (PUC) to hire outside experts - such as consultants, accountants, or attorneys - to represent the commission in regional electricity proceedings involving specific utilities. It directly affects Texas electric utilities, which must pay the PUC-approved costs of these services (capped at $1.5 million per utility annually), and ultimately passes these costs to retail customers through a rate adjustment rider. The bill establishes a process where utilities recover both the costs and carrying charges via an annual rider, subject to PUC approval, and requires PUC to consult the attorney general before hiring certain experts. The law took effect immediately after being signed by the governor on June 20, 2025.