Provides financial and technical assistance to State utility commissions to improve energy utility regulation and ensure safe, reliable, and.
The bill establishes a program to provide financial and technical assistance to State utility commissions to enhance their oversight and regulation of energy utilities. It aims to ensure the provision of safe and reliable energy services at just and reasonable rates. The Secretary of Energy will allocate funds based on factors such as population, energy usage, and energy affordability challenges. Assistance can be used to improve technical and administrative capacities, enhance transparency and participation in rate cases, support public advocates, and develop alternative rate structures.
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