State PUC

Electric Utility Services Docket - GridCARE Presentation

The Utah State Public Service Commission has published a docket containing miscellaneous correspondence and reports regarding electric utility services for 2026. Key documents include PacifiCorp's agreements to amend generator interconnection agreements and a presentation by GridCARE.

Rocky Mountain Power Large-Load Service Contract Application

The Utah Public Service Commission has received filings related to Rocky Mountain Power's application for approval of a large-load service contract. Recent filings include orders on witness appearances, notices of appearance, intervention, settlement stipulations, and various testimonies from parties including the Division of Public Utilities and the Utah Association of Energy Users.

Montana PSC Approves Interim Electric Rate Increase for MDU

The Montana Public Service Commission has approved an interim electric rate increase for Montana-Dakota Utilities (MDU), allowing the company to recover approximately $7.7 million in additional annual revenue. The interim rates will take effect on April 1, 2026, while MDU's full rate case is pending.

PSC Withdraws FERC Intervention, Opens State Investigation of NWE Transactions

The Montana Public Service Commission (PSC) has withdrawn its intervention at FERC regarding NorthWestern Energy's acquisition of a share in the Colstrip power plant. The PSC will now conduct its own state-level investigation into the transaction to ensure it meets the needs of Montana retail customers.

State PUC Denies Northwestern Energy Rate Increase, Approves New Power Plant

The Montana Public Service Commission denied Northwestern Energy's request for a $43 million rate increase, approving a lower amount and authorizing a new power plant. Customers will see a reduction in current rates and receive refunds for overcharges.

FERC Order on Rehearing: SERI to Refund Over $550 Million to Customers

The Federal Energy Regulatory Commission (FERC) issued an order on rehearing confirming that System Energy Resources, Inc. (SERI) must refund over $550 million to customers in Louisiana, Arkansas, and New Orleans for tax-related tariff violations. The order also modified previous requirements regarding rental payments for the Grand Gulf Nuclear Station leases.

Louisiana PSC Resolves SERI Litigation and Rate Filing

The Louisiana Public Service Commission (LPSC) approved a settlement resolving Entergy Louisiana's rate filing and years of litigation with SERI regarding the Grand Gulf nuclear plant. The settlement provides approximately $265 million in rate credits to Louisiana ratepayers and divests Entergy Louisiana of its Grand Gulf shares.

Hurricane Francine Restoration Updates

The Louisiana Public Service Commission has published updates regarding power restoration efforts following Hurricane Francine. These notices detail the progress made by utility companies like DEMCO and Cleco in restoring electricity to affected customers.

Louisiana PUC Approves 10-Digit Dialing for 318 Area Code

The Louisiana Public Service Commission has approved the addition of a new 457 area code to the existing 318 area code region. This overlay will require all local calls to be dialed using 10 digits (area code + 7-digit number) starting August 25, 2025.

Southwestern Electric Power Company Proposes Rate Increase

The Arkansas Public Service Commission has received a proposed base rate increase from Southwestern Electric Power Company for 2025. The company has provided notice of the proposed changes, with full details available on its website. This action initiates a regulatory review process for the proposed rate adjustments.