What is Texas Electricity Choice?

Prior to 2002 Texans had no choice in choosing an electricity provider; one firm handled all of your electricity needs (generation, transmission, and distribution). Now, one company provides the transmission and distribution services (Local Wires Company) and another provides the retail sales services (Retail Electricity Provider). Texas deregulation should lead to lower electricity bills and a variety of other services. The Texas Public Utilities Commission (PUC) will continue to monitor and regulate the delivery of electricity and works to ensure customers are protected.