Texas Consumer Association works to keep consumers informed and knowledgeable about major issues. An educated and informed consumer can make informed decisions in the areas of electricity, telecommunications, and insurance, to name a few. Read all about these issues below. You can also read our updated Energy Agenda here.

 

Electricity

 

 

TCA advocates for solutions to Texas' energy needs, focusing on practical steps that reduce energy consumption, promoting competition among providers, lowering consumer costs and broadening protections.

 

Read "A challenge to build on solar idea" by State Rep. Rafael Anchia and McCall Johnson of Environment Texas, published in the Dallas Morning News on March 10, 2010.

 

Did you know that "consumers in Texas' deregulated power market are enjoying 20-percent lower prices this summer despite searing heat that pushed power use to an all-time record in July." You can read more about it in the Reuters article published on September 3.

 

Telecommunications 

 

TCA supports a healthy, competitive environment in telecommunications services while protecting the individual and small business owner interests.

 

Insurance

 

Insurance coverage is one of the largest household expenses. TCA advocates for fair rates, for fair coverage and the rights of consumers under their insurance policies.