Tag: PSC

State Rep. Mack Butler (R-Rainbow City) joined Mobile radio's FM Talk 106.5's "The Jeff Poor Show" earlier this week to discuss his legislation requiring the Alabama Public Service Commission to hold public rate case hearings every three years.

Two competing House and Senate bills that would make changes to the PSC passed their respective committees on Wednesday.

If elected governor, Tuberville suggested establishing a secretary of energy to represent the entire state of Alabama and oversee all things energy-related.

On Monday, State Rep. Mack Butler (R-Rainbow City) discussed a controversial Public Service Commission (PSC) bill ending popular election to the body, arguing residents of Alabama need more time to weigh in on the issue before any future legislative action.

Friday, during Alabama Public Television's "Capitol Journal," State Sen. Arthur Orr (R-Decatur) reiterated his concerns about House Bill 392 (HB 392) and similar legislation, which would change how Alabama's Public Service Commission is selected.

Support for passing legislation changing the members of the Public Service Commission from elected to appointed is currently lacking, according to State Sen. Arthur Orr (R-Decatur).

In a press gaggle, House Speaker Nathaniel Ledbetter (R-Rainsville) commented on the PSC bill being delayed after it had initially been on the calendar.

State Rep. Chip Brown's (R-Hollinger's Island) legislation changing the Public Service Commission (PSC) to an appointed entity was taken off the calendar on Thursday.

Here in Alabama, conservative members of the House of Representatives believe our job is simple: protect Alabama families, protect Alabama jobs, and protect Alabama’s right to make decisions free from outside interference.

Members of the Alabama Public Service Commission (PSC) approved on Tuesday a two-year rate freeze proposed by Alabama Power in a recent filing.

Governor Kay Ivey on Friday announced she is tapping State Rep. Cynthia Almond (R-Tuscaloosa) to serve as president of the Public Service Commission. 

Businessman Robert Lane McCollum announced on Tuesday that he will be seeking the Republican nomination for president of the Public Service Commission in 2024. 

“I will not be a yes man. I will not vote for every rate increase. I will ask questions and I will make decisions that are fair to the consumer," Robert McCollum told the 1819 News about his candidacy for PSC.

“It is my privilege to receive the forestry association’s trust as I continue my re-election effort. I will continue to work hard and fight for Alabama and keep DC policies out of our state," said Beeker.

Robin Litaker is running for Place 2 on the Alabama Public Service Commission in the May 24 Republican primary.

Florence attorney Brent Woodall (R) has announced his candidacy for the Alabama Public Service Commission (PSC) Place 1 seat. Woodall...