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HB 4413

Relating to mass balance attribution of renewable biomass feedstocks used to produce renewable chemicals.

89th Legislature (2025) Introduced by Kelly Hancock and 2 co-sponsors

Texas authorizes mass balance accounting methods for tracking renewable biomass in chemical production, enabling manufacturers to substantiate renewable content claims through standardized attribution tracking.

Effective on 9/1/25
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Bill Summary · HB 4413

Legislative bill overview

HB 4413 establishes a framework for "mass balance attribution" of renewable biomass feedstocks used in producing renewable chemicals in Texas. The bill allows companies to use accounting methods to track and attribute renewable biomass materials through production processes, even when materials are physically commingled. This creates regulatory clarity for manufacturers claiming renewable content in chemical products.

Why is this important

The renewable chemicals industry is growing as companies seek to reduce carbon footprints and meet sustainability goals, but lacks standardized tracking methods. By codifying mass balance attribution, Texas positions itself to attract and retain renewable chemical manufacturers, potentially creating jobs and industrial investment. The law also supports companies in substantiating "renewable" marketing claims to consumers and meeting corporate sustainability commitments.

Potential points of contention

  • Verification concerns: Mass balance is an accounting method rather than physical separation; critics may question whether attribution methods prevent fraud or double-counting of renewable content claims
  • Environmental credibility: Some environmental advocates worry that accounting-based systems are less rigorous than physical traceability and may inflate actual environmental benefits
  • Competitive advantage: The bill may give Texas companies regulatory advantages over competitors in other states lacking similar frameworks, potentially creating interstate compliance complexity

Compiled from official sources — confirm details with the bill’s official record.

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