West Virginia SB48 amends the Public Service Commission's powers to regulate utility rates and fees.

West Virginia SB48 modifies the Public Service Commission's authority over utility rates and fees. The bill specifies that electric utility rate or fee increases not in effect by November 20 in any year cannot take effect before April 1 of the subsequent year. It also outlines procedures for the commission to investigate and review transactions between utilities and affiliates, ensuring rates are just and reasonable.

West Virginia SB48 amends the Public Service Commission's powers to regulate utility rates and fees.

West Virginia SB48 modifies the Public Service Commission's authority over utility rates and fees. The bill specifies that electric utility rate or fee increases not in effect by November 20 in any year cannot take effect before April 1 of the subsequent year. It also outlines procedures for the commission to investigate and review transactions between utilities and affiliates, ensuring rates are just and reasonable.