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Iowa Utilities Commission Decision on ITC Midwest Electric Transmission Line

The Iowa Utilities Commission (IUC) has issued a final decision and electric transmission line franchise to ITC Midwest LLC for a project spanning four counties. The decision approves the construction of 345 kV and 161 kV electric transmission lines, estimated at $221 million, and grants eminent domain over a specific parcel.

Nebraska PUC Amends Enhanced Wireless 911 Services Rules

The Nebraska Public Service Commission has adopted amendments to Title 291, Chapter 15, Enhanced Wireless 911 Services Rules and Regulations. These changes align the rules with recent legislative updates and include updates to definitions, committee structures, and fund usage for 911 services.

Redemption Contractors LLC Installer Certification Application

The Illinois State PUC received an application from Redemption Contractors, LLC for certification as an installer of distributed generation facilities. This application is for new authority under Section 16-128A of the Public Utilities Act.

Ameren Illinois Gas Rate Adjustment Petition

Ameren Illinois Company has filed a verified petition with the State PUC to initiate a proceeding determining the accuracy of its 2025 annual gas rate adjustment. The filing was made on March 17, 2026, and is now pending administrative review.

Idaho PUC Grants Teleport Communications America Safety Valve Waiver

The Idaho Public Utilities Commission has issued a Final Order granting Teleport Communications America, LLC's petition for a waiver of FCC guidelines regarding numbering resources in the Coeur d’Alene rate center. The order overturns the North American Numbering Plan Administrator's denial of the company's request for additional number blocks.

Indiana PUC Rulemaking RM 26-01: Customer Complaints

The Indiana Utility Regulatory Commission (IURC) has initiated rulemaking RM 26-01 to amend 170 IAC 16 concerning customer complaints. The rulemaking is currently in the rule development phase, with a formal comment period pending. The IURC is seeking public input on the proposed changes.

Indiana PUC Rulemaking RM #26-03 Amends Procedural, Advertising, Filings, Rates

The Indiana Utility Regulatory Commission (IURC) is initiating rulemaking RM #26-03 to amend several procedural and operational rules. These amendments cover procedural rules, advertising expenses, 30-day filings, and municipal rates. Informal comments are due by March 30, 2026.

Indiana PUC Amends Telecommunications Carrier Regulations (RM #26-05)

The Indiana Utility Regulatory Commission (IURC) is initiating rulemaking RM #26-05 to amend regulations concerning telecommunications carriers. The amendments will affect obligations, customer notifications, unauthorized charges, switching, disconnections, and interconnection disputes. Informal comments are due by April 2, 2026.

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.

Mississippi PSC Issues Final Order in Atmos Energy Rate Case

The Mississippi Public Service Commission (MPSC) has issued its final order in the Atmos Energy rate case. The order addresses numerous disputed issues, adopting the Public Utility Staff's positions on key matters such as the use of a historic test year, a 50/50 capital structure with a 9.4% return on equity, and a cap on system integrity capital spending.