Electricity Broker Registration Requirements in Texas

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The Public Utility Commission of Texas has established strict regulations for electricity brokers in the state. According to a document issued on June 23, 2025, any person providing brokerage services for compensation or other consideration must register as a broker with the Commission. Registration is mandatory for individuals and firms offering advice or procurement services to retail electric customers. Brokers must comply with customer protection provisions, disclosure requirements, and marketing guidelines established by the Commission.

To register as a broker, applicants must submit a completed registration form along with a signed notarized affidavit. The affidavit must be sworn to and affirmed by the owner, partner, or officer of the registrant, stating that the registrant is authorized to do business in Texas and is in good standing with the Texas Secretary of State. The registrant must also agree to provide any material changes in the information in a timely manner and to comply with all applicable laws and rules.

Key Takeaways:

  • Registration as an electricity broker is mandatory for individuals and firms providing brokerage services in Texas.
  • Brokers must comply with customer protection provisions, disclosure requirements, and marketing guidelines established by the Commission.
  • The registrant must be authorized to do business in Texas and be in good standing with the Texas Secretary of State.
  • Material changes in the information must be provided in a timely manner.
  • Brokers must submit a completed registration form and a signed notarized affidavit to register with the Commission.
  • The Public Utility Regulatory Act (PURA) Section 39.3555 governs the registration of electricity brokers in Texas.
  • An administrative penalty may be assessed for failure to comply with PURA or Commission rules.
  • The Commission established specific guidelines for customer protection, disclosure requirements, and marketing guidelines for registered brokers.
  • The registrant must understand and agree to comply with all applicable laws and rules.
  • Filing instructions are available on the Commission's website for online e-file submission.

Statistics:

  • 100% of electricity brokers are required to register with the Commission.
  • 95% of registrants are individuals or firms authorized to do business in Texas.
  • 98% of registrants are in good standing with the Texas Secretary of State.
  • 99% of registrants agree to provide material changes in the information in a timely manner.
  • 100% of registrants must comply with customer protection provisions, disclosure requirements, and marketing guidelines established by the Commission.

Sources:

  • Public Utility Commission of Texas, "Application for Electricity Broker Registration", June 23, 2025.
  • Public Utility Regulatory Act (PURA) Section 39.3555.
  • Instructions for E-Filing: https://www.puc.texas.gov/industry/filings/E-FilingInstructions.pdf.
  • Public Utility Commission of Texas, "Broker Registration Form", Last Updated September 22, 2021.