Alabama House OKs bill requiring formal hearings on state electricity prices

By: Andrea Tinker

Outlets: Alabama Reflector

Published: March 18, 2026

Words: 616

Last Updated: 3 days ago

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The Alabama House of Representatives Tuesday approved a bill that would require the Public Service Commission (PSC) to hold formal rate hearings on electricity prices in the state at least once every three years.

HB 475, sponsored by Rep. Mack Butler, R-Rainbow City, would also prohibit utility companies from passing costs for lobbying efforts, advertising and grants onto customers.

The bill’s passage on a 104-0 vote came amid mounting public concern over the state’s …

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