Prohibiting Utilities from Charging Customers for Political Influence Costs
New rules aim to protect consumers from bearing the costs of lobbying and political activities by energy companies. This means these companies will not be able to include expenses for influencing policy or public opinion in electricity or gas bills. If violated, companies will face penalties, with a portion of these funds returned to customers.
Key points
Energy companies will be prohibited from charging customers for political influence activities.
Utilities will be required to submit detailed reports on their expenses.
Significant penalties are foreseen for violations, with a portion of the funds being rebated to ratepayers.
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