State PUC

Maryland PSC Sets Public Hearing on Skipper Solar Project

The Maryland Public Service Commission has scheduled a public hearing for May 4, 2026 on OneEnergy Development LLC's application for a Certificate of Public Convenience and Necessity to build the 3.0 MW Skipper solar generating facility in Harford County. Local residents and interested members of the public may participate in person or virtually, with written comments accepted through May 15, 2026 under Case No. 9796.

Michigan Raises Energy Assistance Funding Factor to $1.50 per Meter

The Michigan Public Service Commission raised the Low-Income Energy Assistance Fund (LIEAF) funding factor from $1.00 to $1.50 per electric meter, effective September 2026 through August 2027 (Case No. U-17377). The increase is expected to generate approximately $90 million annually, expanding assistance from approximately 50,000 to 90,000 income-eligible Michigan households. The funding change results from 2024 Michigan legislation that raised the statutory cap from $1 per meter to a maximum of $2 per meter.

Gov. Evers Proclaims April as Safe Digging Month

Gov. Tony Evers proclaimed April as Safe Digging Month to raise awareness of safe digging practices ahead of the excavation season. The PSC reminded Wisconsin residents and contractors to contact the Diggers Hotline (8-1-1) or visit DiggersHotline.com before any digging project. Under state law, individuals must notify the Diggers Hotline at least three business days before excavating, and an 18-inch buffer zone must be maintained on each side of marked underground facilities.

Kentucky Power Information Request - Decommissioning Rider and Purchase Power Adjustment

The Kentucky Public Service Commission issued a Third Request for Information to Kentucky Power Company in Case No. 2025-00307, requiring the utility to file responses by April 28, 2026. The request covers five specific areas: cost estimates for the Decommissioning Rider for 2026-2030, explanation of coal-related cost references in the rider given Big Sandy securitization, preparation costs for annual rider updates, and questions about Purchased Power Adjustment under/over-recovery calculations. Kentucky Power must provide electronic responses in searchable PDF format with appropriate bookmarks.

CDS Stoneridge Utilities Requests 43% Water Rate Increase

The Idaho Public Utilities Commission announced a customer hearing scheduled for May 20, 2026 regarding CDS Stoneridge Utilities, LLC's application to increase water rates by 43 percent. The utility cited system deficiencies identified in a Department of Environmental Quality Sanitary Survey and lost revenue from the Stoneridge Golf Course switching to its own well. Proposed monthly minimum charges range from $39.70 for 3/4" and 1" meters to $2,540.76 for 6.0" meters.

Rocky Mountain Power and Idaho Power Seek Certificates of Public Convenience and Necessity for Gateway West Segment E-8 Transmission Line

Rocky Mountain Power and Idaho Power have filed applications with the Idaho Public Utilities Commission seeking certificates of public convenience and necessity for Segment E-8 of the Gateway West project, a 500-kilovolt transmission line from the Midpoint Substation near Jerome, Idaho to the Hemingway Substation near Melba, Idaho. The segment is designed to provide 2,000 megawatts of additional transmission capacity and deliver energy to the Treasure Valley. Idaho Power will hold 99 percent ownership while PacifiCorp holds 1 percent. Construction is scheduled to begin in October 2027.

CSX Form 3 Park Avenue Dolton, Cook County

The Illinois Commerce Commission docketed a Form 3 petition filed by CSX Transportation, Inc. and The Baltimore and Ohio Chicago Terminal Railroad, LLC on April 16, 2026. The petition concerns a railroad-highway grade crossing at Park Avenue in Dolton, Cook County, Illinois (DOT #163612W). The case is currently in Initial status pending completion.

Greenmile Construction Group LLC EV Charging Station Certification Application

Greenmile Construction Group LLC filed an application with the Illinois Commerce Commission seeking certification to install, maintain, or repair electric vehicle charging station facilities under Section 16-128A of the Public Utilities Act. The case is currently in initial status with an Administrative Law Judge action pending.

Amp Electric LLC Distributed Generation Installer Certification

Amp Electric LLC has filed an application with the Illinois Commerce Commission seeking certification as an installer of distributed generation facilities under Section 16-128A of the Public Utilities Act. The case is currently in Initial status with an Administrative Law Judge action pending. No determination on the application has been made at this time.

Prairie Power Inc. Petitions Eminent Domain Authority

Prairie Power Inc., an Illinois not-for-profit electric cooperative, has filed a petition with the Illinois Commerce Commission seeking authority to exercise the right of eminent domain under 220 ILCS 30/13 and 30/13.5 of the Electric Supplier Act. The petition, docketed as P2026-0354 and filed April 20, 2026, is currently in initial status with an Administrative Law Judge action pending.

Idaho Power and Rocky Mountain Power CPCN Application for Gateway West Segment E-8 Transmission Line

The Idaho Public Utilities Commission issued Order No. 37010, a Notice of Application, informing the public that Idaho Power Company and PacifiCorp d/b/a Rocky Mountain Power have applied for a Certificate of Public Convenience and Necessity (CPCN) to construct Segment E-8 of the Gateway West 500-kV transmission line. Segment E-8 is a 133-mile 500-kV line from the Midpoint substation near Jerome, Idaho to the Hemingway Substation near Melba, Idaho, adding 2,000 megawatts of transmission capacity. The Commission sets a 21-day intervention deadline for interested parties.

Veolia Water Idaho, 11.10% Pollution Control Tax Exemption Approved

The Idaho Public Utilities Commission issued Order No. 37011 approving Veolia Water Idaho, Inc.'s application for a property tax exemption under Idaho Code § 63-602P for pollution control property. The Commission certified that 11.10% of the Company's total invested plant of $719,360,564 was devoted to the elimination, control, or prevention of water pollution. The order directs a copy to be served on the Idaho State Tax Commission. Any person may petition for reconsideration within 21 days of the service date.

Avista Ford Hydro Power Purchase Agreement, Order No. 37009

The Idaho Public Utilities Commission issued Order No. 37009 initiating a modified procedure review of a Power Purchase Agreement between Avista Corporation and Ford Hydro Limited Partnership. The PPA would replace the existing agreement expiring June 30, 2026, with a new three-year term from July 1, 2026 through June 30, 2029. The Commission is accepting written comments from the public within 21 days of the service date and reply comments from the Parties within 28 days.

Idaho Irrigation Pumpers Association Granted Intervention in Idaho Power Marginal Pricing Case

The Idaho Public Utilities Commission granted the Idaho Irrigation Pumpers Association (IIPA) petition to intervene in Case No. IPC-E-26-08, involving Idaho Power Company's annual update to marginal pricing used in certain schedules. No party timely opposed the petition. The Commission ordered all parties to comply with Commission Rules 71-75 and 222-223, and to serve all future filings on all parties of record.

Idaho Power Annual Marginal Pricing Update, Order 37007

The Idaho Public Utilities Commission issued Order No. 37007 regarding Idaho Power Company's annual application to update marginal pricing calculations for certain electric service schedules. The Company used Two Run and Single Run methodologies with AURORA model simulations to calculate updated marginal energy prices. The resulting marginal cost-based rates were lower than embedded power supply cost rates projected for the 2026-2027 Power Cost Adjustment test year. The Commission set a 21-day deadline for interested parties to file Petitions to Intervene.

SOS Procurement Results Cases 9056/9064

The Maryland Public Service Commission released procurement results for Standard Offer Service Cases 9056 and 9064. The decisions document the outcomes of competitive procurement processes for electricity supply. Electric utilities and competitive retail suppliers participating in Maryland's SOS program are directly affected by these case decisions.

Confluence Rivers Sewer Acquisition - Intervention Deadline April 29, 2026

The Missouri Public Service Commission has set an intervention deadline of April 29, 2026, for Confluence Rivers Utility Operating Company's application to acquire Mapaville Meadows #2's sewer system assets and receive a Certificate of Convenience and Necessity. The wastewater system serves approximately 12 homes in Jefferson County, Missouri. Case No. SA-2026-0268.

Kentucky PSC Staff's Second Information Request to Kentucky Power

The Kentucky Public Service Commission Staff issued its second set of information requests to Kentucky Power Company regarding the utility's application to construct a mechanical draft cooling tower at the Mitchell Plant. Kentucky Power must file electronic responses by May 1, 2026, addressing insurance coverage, service life projections, financial analysis of construction options, and acquisition value of the cooling tower.

Motor Carrier Applications - Hawaii Public Utilities Commission Public Notice

The Hawaii Public Utilities Commission has posted a public notice informing interested persons that motor carrier applications have been filed with the Commission. The notice provides a link to view the list of filed applications. This is a procedural notification to alert the public of pending motor carrier filings rather than a decision or order.

Artesian Water Company CPCN Application Notice, PSC Docket 26-0438

The Delaware Public Service Commission published a legal notice regarding Artesian Water Company's Application for a Certificate of Public Convenience and Necessity (CPCN) under PSC Docket 26-0438. The notice advises that the application has been filed and is subject to PSC review. The document provides procedural information for the regulatory proceeding.

Tidewater Utilities Legal Notice Affidavit Sussex County

Delaware Public Service Commission published a legal notice affidavit for Tidewater Utilities regarding proceedings in Sussex County. The affidavit attests to the publication of required legal notice in a newspaper of general circulation in the affected county. This administrative filing documents compliance with procedural notice requirements under Delaware utility regulations.

Norfolk Southern Railway Form 3, Hamilton Road, Bloomington, McLean County

Norfolk Southern Railway Company filed a Form 3 petition with the Illinois Commerce Commission on April 11, 2026. The petition concerns railroad crossing work at DOT #981320G, Hamilton Road in Bloomington, McLean County. The case is categorized as a formal petition under railroad authority type and is currently in initial pending status.

Commonwealth Edison Annual DG Rebate Revenue Requirement Update

Commonwealth Edison Company filed its annual distributed generation (DG) rebate revenue requirement update with the Illinois Commerce Commission pursuant to Section 16-107.6(h) of the Public Utilities Act. The case is designated as an electric utility reconciliation proceeding and is currently in initial status pending assignment to an Administrative Law Judge.

LTL LED, LLC Application for Distributed Generation Installer Certification Under Section 16-128A

LTL LED, LLC filed an application with the Illinois Commerce Commission for certification as an installer of distributed generation facilities under Section 16-128A of the Public Utilities Act. The case (P2026-0352) has been assigned and is currently pending Administrative Law Judge review. This filing establishes the company's request to operate as a certified distributed generation installer in Illinois and does not impose compliance obligations on other parties.

CentraCom Annual Report Due September 1st

The Utah Public Service Commission has posted an action request for Central Utah Telephone, Inc. d/b/a CentraCom to submit its 2025 Annual Report by September 1, 2026. The docket includes confidential annual report and gross revenue filings, along with an attestation and certification of responsibility. This is a routine telecom regulatory filing requirement under Docket No. 26-040-01.

Bear Lake Communications Annual Report Due September 1, 2026

The Utah Public Service Commission has issued an Action Request to Bear Lake Communications, Inc. (Docket No. 26-2201-01) requiring submission of the company's 2025 Annual Report by September 1, 2026. The filing must include a Report of Gross Revenue and an Attestation or Certification of Responsibility. Both the Annual Report and Gross Revenue Report are marked confidential, while the attestation document is publicly available.

Skyline Telecom Annual Report Due September 1, 2026

The Utah Public Service Commission has issued Docket No. 26-576-01 requiring Skyline Telecom d/b/a CentraCom to submit its 2025 Annual Report and Report of Gross Revenue by September 1, 2026. Filers must include an Attestation/Certification of Responsibility with their submission. Both the Annual Report and Gross Revenue Report are designated as confidential.

Rocky Mountain Power Wildfire Insurance Balancing Account Order 37005

The Idaho Public Utilities Commission approved Rocky Mountain Power's application to establish a balancing account for tracking $8.63 million in annualized revenue previously approved for excess wildfire liability insurance costs. The order authorizes the utility to record 80 percent of Idaho wildfire liability costs from claims occurring on or after February 15, 2026, until the earlier of a wildfire reserve fund mechanism's effective date or February 15, 2027. The utility must submit a reconciliation compliance filing by December 31, 2026.

Kenergy Corp and Kentucky Utilities Company Territory Exchange

The Kentucky Public Service Commission approved an agreement between Kenergy Corp and Kentucky Utilities Company to exchange certified electric service territory boundaries. KU will assume service responsibility for a 9.775-acre property at 5200 Highway 2830 in Owensboro owned by Barr Media LLC, while Kenergy receives approximately 10.69 acres on the opposite side of the highway. The exchange was approved because KU's existing adjacent facilities allow more economical service delivery compared to Kenergy's required extension across a rail line.

Kentucky Utilities Fuel Adjustment Clause Information Request

The Kentucky Public Service Commission issued its Fourth Request for Information to Kentucky Utilities Company regarding the utility's fuel adjustment clause application for the period November 1, 2022 through October 31, 2024. The request directs KU to provide weighted average actual per unit fuel cost data and related information under oath by May 1, 2026. KU must respond to specific questions regarding representative fuel cost selection, including analysis of the February 2023 expense month at $0.03067 per kWh.

Adds Missing Reporting Paragraph to Acquisition Order for Kentucky-American Water

The Kentucky Public Service Commission issued a nunc pro tunc order on April 16, 2026 amending its September 9, 2025 order approving Kentucky American Water Company's acquisition of Water Service Corporation of Kentucky. The correction adds paragraph 12, requiring Water Service Kentucky to submit financial and statistical reports per 807 KAR 5:006, Section 3 for calendar 2026 during which it operated water systems in Bell and Hickman counties before ceasing to exist.

Christian County Water District Commissioner Training Extension Order

The Kentucky Public Service Commission granted Christian County Water District Commissioner Ashbel Brunson an extension through June 30, 2026, to complete the six hours of water district management training required under KRS 74.020(6). The extension was granted due to Commissioner Brunson's inability to attend training in 2025 due to a family member's illness requiring caregiving duties. Training hours completed in educational year 2026 to satisfy 2025 requirements shall not also count toward 2026 requirements. The case is closed.

LG&E Fourth Information Request - Fuel Adjustment Clause Review

Kentucky PSC issues Fourth Request for Information to Louisville Gas and Electric Company requiring electronic responses by May 1, 2026. The request relates to Case No. 2025-00341, an examination of LG&E's fuel adjustment clause covering the period November 1, 2022 through October 31, 2024. Responses must include question-by-question format, witness identification, and sworn certification per 807 KAR 5:001 requirements.

Webster County Water District Investigation for Alleged Non-Compliance with KRS 278.160 and Commission Orders

The Kentucky Public Service Commission opened Case No. 2026-00088 to investigate Webster County Water District, its commissioners, and superintendent for alleged failure to comply with KRS 278.160 and the Commission's December 23, 2025 Order. The investigation concerns the district's alleged failure to put wholesale water rates into effect on December 23, 2025 and delayed filing of a water purchase contract until April 2, 2026. Under KRS 278.990, civil penalties not exceeding $2,500 per offense may be assessed.

Dry Creek Water Company LLC Rate Increase Application - Order No. 37002

The Idaho Public Utilities Commission issued Order No. 37002 approving Dry Creek Water Company LLC's application to increase water service rates by 6 percent annually over three years. The utility serves approximately 700 customers in the Dry Creek Ranch development in Boise, with full build-out expected to serve 1,889 lots. Approved increases vary by meter size and season, and new hookup charges of $430 (3/4-inch) and $580 (1-inch) were established.

Facilities Protection/Telecommunication/Energy and Administrative Affairs Committees Meeting - April 30, 2026

The Georgia Public Service Commission posted a meeting calendar entry for the Facilities Protection/Telecommunication/Energy and Administrative Affairs Committees scheduled for April 30, 2026 at 9:30 am. The agenda entry contains no substantive meeting details, with time, location, and organizer fields listed as N/A. This is a routine calendar posting with no regulatory actions, compliance obligations, or new requirements identified.

Enbridge Gas Utah 2026 Replacement Infrastructure Annual Plan and Budget

Enbridge Gas Utah filed its 2026 Replacement Infrastructure Annual Plan and Budget with the Utah Public Service Commission (Docket No. 25-057-24). The filing includes budget summaries, footage projections, project maps, and a Gantt chart for gas pipeline replacement projects. The PSC issued a Notice of Filing establishing a comment period with responses due December 15, 2025.

RMP Subscriber Solar Program 2025 Annual Report - Docket No. 26-035-16

Rocky Mountain Power filed its 2025 Annual Report of the Subscriber Solar Program with the Utah Public Service Commission under Docket No. 26-035-16. The Division of Public Utilities filed confidential comments on April 16, 2026. An Action Request was issued March 25, 2026, with responses due April 24, 2026.

Carbon/Emery Telcom 2025 Annual Report Due September 1 2026

The Utah Public Service Commission posted Docket No. 26-2302-01 for Carbon/Emery Telcom, Inc.'s 2025 Annual Report. An Action Request was issued on April 16, 2026, with the annual report filing due September 1, 2026. The docket contains confidential filings including the annual report, gross revenue report, certificate of oath, and supporting workpapers.

Emery Telcom 2025 Annual Report Due September 1, 2026

The Utah Public Service Commission has issued an Action Request requiring Emery Telephone d/b/a Emery Telcom to file its 2025 Annual Report by September 1, 2026 (Docket No. 26-042-01). The filing must include a Certificate of Oath, Report of Gross Revenue, and Attestation/Certification of Responsibility. Supporting workpapers are also required. Most documentation is marked confidential.

McDonough Power Cooperative v. BNSF Railway - Eminent Domain Approval Petition

McDonough Power Cooperative filed a petition with the Illinois Commerce Commission seeking approval to exercise eminent domain authority against BNSF Railway Company. The petition, docketed as T2026-0020 and filed on April 10, 2026, describes the necessity of acquiring the property to continue providing electrical services to Western Illinois. The case is currently in initial pending status.

Peoples Gas Light and Coke Company Billing Complaint

Christine Edwards filed a billing complaint against The Peoples Gas Light and Coke Company with the Illinois Commerce Commission on April 16, 2026. The complaint concerns billing and charges from September 2025 through February 13, 2026. The case has been assigned to an Administrative Law Judge and is currently pending.

Rocky Mountain Power - Order No. 37003 - $6.0B Debt Authority Extension

The Idaho Public Utilities Commission issued Final Order No. 37003 approving Rocky Mountain Power's application to increase and extend short-term debt authorities through May 31, 2031. The Commission authorized the utility to borrow up to $3.0 billion in short-term debt and $3.0 billion under other borrowing arrangements, for a combined total of $6.0 billion. The authority is conditioned on the Company maintaining investment-grade senior secured debt ratings with S&P (BBB-) or Moody's (Baa2).

Dry Creek Water Company LLC General Rate Case Increase Approved

The Idaho Public Utilities Commission issued Final Order No. 37002 in Case No. DRY-W-25-01, authorizing Dry Creek Water Company LLC to increase rates for water service. The Commission approved Staff's recommendation of a revenue requirement of $1,024,038, representing a 19.28 percent increase over current revenues, implemented in phased increments of approximately 6 percent annually over three years. The utility serves approximately 700 customers in Ada County, Idaho, with expected growth to 1,889 lots at full build-out.

Water Utility Rate Proof Spreadsheet, 2026-2028

The Idaho Public Utilities Commission released a rate proof spreadsheet for a water and sewer utility covering 2026-2028. Proposed fixed monthly charges range from $15 to $455 depending on customer class and meter size. Volumetric rates are proposed at $2.00 per unit in winter and $2.59-$2.95 per unit in summer blocks. The spreadsheet shows proposed revenues of $911,252 (2026), $967,794 (2027), and $1,024,374 (2028).

Commission Staff First Information Request Warren County Water District Refinancing

The Kentucky PSC Commission Staff issued a First Request for Information to Warren County Water District regarding Case No. 2026-00055. The request concerns the district's application to issue securities in the principal amount of $20,575,000 for refinancing certain outstanding obligations pursuant to KRS 278.300. Responses to the information requests are due April 24, 2026.

Duke Energy Kentucky CPCN Application, Fifth Phase, AM07 Pipeline

The Kentucky Public Service Commission issued an Order establishing a procedural schedule for Duke Energy Kentucky's application for a Certificate of Public Convenience and Necessity (CPCN) to construct Phase Five of the AM07 Pipeline Replacement Project. The Order sets filing deadlines, hearing procedures, intervention requirements, and electronic filing standards pursuant to 807 KAR 5:001. Parties must comply with the attached procedural schedule and respond to all Staff information requests.

Qwest Corp Proposes Rate Increase for Residence Local Exchange Services Effective May 1

Qwest Corporation d/b/a CenturyLink filed with the Utah Public Service Commission on April 15, 2026, proposing to increase monthly rates for residence local exchange service and various packaged services. The proposed rates would take effect May 1, 2026, subject to commission review and approval. This is a standard rate adjustment filing under Docket No. 26-049-P04.

Beehive Telephone Company 2025 Annual Report - Action Due September 1, 2026

The Utah Public Service Commission posted Docket No. 26-051-01 for Beehive Telephone Company, Inc.'s 2025 Annual Report, filed April 14, 2026. An action request associated with the filing is due September 1, 2026. Supporting documents include a Certificate of Oath, Attestation/Certification of Responsibility, Gross Revenue Report, and Trial Balance.

Rocky Mountain Power Net Metering Report, Public Comments

The Utah Public Service Commission maintains a docket page for Rocky Mountain Power's Customer Owned Generation and Net Metering Report (Docket No. 18-035-28), providing links to public comments filed from 2019 through 2026. The page serves as an informational repository for stakeholder input on net metering policy and customer-owned generation issues.