TCAP Strategic Hedging Program.
Official Roll-Call Vote
Staff Report & Agenda Item Details
TCAP Strategic Hedging Program. Ms, Wagner presented information on the Texas Coalition for Affordable Power (TCAP) and the Strategic Hedging Program (SHP). She explained that through this program, TCAP has been purchasing energy for at least 24 months in advance to lock in the best rates and long-term stability for TCAP members. She added that although no Board action is required to continue participation, she requests that the Board formally vote to continue membership. Mr. J. Morales made a motion for STWA to remain a member for another five years. Ms. Rodgers seconded. The motion passed unanimously.
Bastiat Liberty & Property Rights Analysis
This motion is scored as RESTRAINS_GOVERNMENT (Impact Weight: 2.2/10). Under the Bastiat Liberty Watchdog Index, voting YES on measures that cap or reduce ad valorem tax burdens, expand taxpayer exemptions, retire debt early, enforce competitive bidding caps, or remove regulatory/zoning barriers to private property rights earns a positive Pro-Liberty score.