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How many ratepayers does it take to replace an energy efficient light bulb?
Like many Arizonans, this Arizona Corporation Commission is tightening utility spending. Like a family cutting extra expenses to prioritize necessities, commissioners are tasked with regularly assessing unnecessary costs that impact […]
Arizona Corporation Commission: Saving money for whom?
The Arizona Corporation Commission was created with a simple mission: to look out for everyday Arizonans. It was never meant to be a tool for utilities or special interests, but […]
“A Contract is a Contract”: Why the ACC must uphold existing solar rules in the Sulphur Springs rate case
When the Arizona Corporation Commission (ACC) speaks clearly, utilities should listen. Time and again, the ACC has affirmed a foundational principle of regulatory fairness: contracts made in good faith must […]
Kevin Thompson: Still smiling as chair of the Arizona Corporation Commission
After two years on the Arizona Corporation Commission, Kevin Thompson stepped into the chair role this year. He sat down with the Arizona Capitol Times to talk about what he’s […]
ACC signals strong support for more natural gas generation
Key Points: The Arizona Corporation Commission hosted a workshop on natural gas The all-Republican panel indicated it is in favor of expanding natural gas generation Only one workshop presenter spoke […]
Two Democrats to challenge Republican incumbents at the Corporation Commission
Key Points: Clara Pratte and Jonathon Hill are running together for two seats on the Corporation Commission in 2026 Republican Commissioners Kevin Thompson and Nick Myers up for reelection and […]
2 state agencies argue ACC is improperly pushing policies
Key Points: Policy statements from Arizona Corporation Commission have been challenged Commission argues it is entirely exempt from governing agency regulations Two agencies disagree, and are fighting against the commission […]
Freedom Caucus announces primary challengers for Arizona Corporation Commission
Key Points: Reps. David Marshall and Ralph Heap are running for the Corporation Commission They will challenge Republican incumbents Kevin Thompson and Nick Myers Challengers are latest in Freedom Caucus […]
Critics of utility measure urge veto if it lands on Hobbs’ desk
Key Points: Bill would allow utility companies to move debt into low-interest bonds Critics say the process can be good, but lacks safeguards to protect residential utility customers Utility companies […]
Wildfire regulation bill to be stripped of most contentious elements in Senate
A sweeping measure passed by the Arizona House giving utilities like Arizona Public Service and Tucson Electric Power major protections from lawsuits for wildfires sparked by their equipment will be […]
Tensions rise between Arizona Corporation Commission and Legislature
Key Points The ACC oversees regulation of state utility companies. There has been unusual friction this session between commissioners and lawmakers. Legislation imposed on ACC causing tensions. Tensions are high […]
Lawmaker proposes renaming Corporation Commission for better awareness
Lawmakers, activists and members of the Arizona Corporation Commission have lamented that voters do not understand the significance of the utility regulation body, but one senator is hoping to correct that by changing the agency’s name.
