Vegetation management is a necessary action to stay in compliance with HB 145 Section 38.080 (B) (2) (3), and the Texas Administrative Code (TAC) 25.96.

Under HB 145, passed by the Texas Legislature, Texas electric utilities must develop and submit wildfire mitigation plans. That includes comprehensive right-of-way vegetation management adhering to strict industry standards.

Tri-County uses contract crews to maintain the right-of-way throughout the system as part of TCEC's commitment to providing safe, and reliable power at the lowest possible cost. Maintaining the right-of-way according to comprehensive industry standards also ensures adherence to state regulations.