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Mo'nique Smith v. Commonwealth Edison Company - Budget Billing Complaint

The Illinois Commerce Commission has docketed a complaint filed by Mo'nique Smith against Commonwealth Edison Company. The complaint concerns alleged overages in budget billing fees in Homewood, Illinois. This action initiates a formal review of the utility's billing practices.

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.

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.

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.

Holly Springs Utility Investigation Hearing Set

The Mississippi Public Service Commission has scheduled a show-cause hearing for the Holly Springs Utility Department (HSUD) on September 4th. HSUD must address findings from a recent consulting report regarding its operations and service to the community.

Patrick Beeson Appeal of Citizens Water Service Provision Decision

The Indiana Utility Regulatory Commission (IURC) is reviewing an appeal filed by Patrick Beeson regarding a decision by its Consumer Affairs Division (CAD) concerning Citizens Water's lead line replacement program. The CAD had previously ruled in favor of Citizens Water, a decision Mr. Beeson is contesting.

TX PUC Appoints Temporary Manager for Blue Cereus Water Utility

The Public Utility Commission of Texas (PUCT) appointed a temporary manager for Blue Cereus LLC, a water utility in Val Verde County, to ensure continuous service. This action was taken due to Blue Cereus' failure to secure water purchase contracts and resolve disputes with its wholesale providers, who threatened to shut off service.

FERC Institutes Section 206 Proceeding for ISO New England Tariff

The Federal Energy Regulatory Commission (FERC) has instituted a Section 206 proceeding against ISO New England Inc. (ISO-NE) to investigate its Transmission, Markets and Services Tariff. The proceeding will determine if the tariff is unlawful due to a lack of provisions for correcting erroneous payments or charges to market participants.

Energy Secretary Directs Sable Offshore to Restore Pipeline

U.S. Secretary of Energy Chris Wright has directed Sable Offshore Corp. to restore operations of the Santa Ynez Unit and Santa Ynez Pipeline System. This action aims to address supply disruption risks and reduce reliance on foreign oil, particularly for U.S. military forces.

NRC Proposes Penalties and Seeks Input on Nuclear Facilities

The U.S. Nuclear Regulatory Commission (NRC) has issued several news releases in late 2022 proposing civil penalties and seeking public input on various nuclear facilities. These actions include proposed fines for healthcare centers and requests for comments on environmental issues for new facilities.