Sec. 186.052. EXEMPTIONS. (a) The inclusion of an energy transporter or cable operator in this subchapter does not subject the transporter or operator to regulation as a utility or common carrier. (b) The inclusion of a common carrier in this subchapter does not subject the carrier to regulation as a utility. Added by Acts 2003, 78th Leg., ch. 1087, Sec. 2, eff. Sept. 1, 2003.