HSB 191: HSB 191

What it does

This bill relates to the review by the Iowa utilities board (board) of specified provisions and utility ratemaking procedures. The bill provides that the board shall review current Iowa Code provisions and ratemaking procedures to determine whether revised provisions and different procedures would result in more cost-effective rates that reflect a utility’s cost of providing service to its customers in the state. The consumer advocate, rate-regulated utilities, and other interested persons shall participate in the review. The board may utilize additional services to assist with the review and report. The board shall submit a report with findings and recommendations to the general assembly by January 1, 2024.

House subcommittee · named February 21, 2023

• Rep. Shannon Lundgren (R) · shannon.lundgren@legis.iowa.gov
• Rep. Kenan Judge (D) · kenan.judge@legis.iowa.gov
• Rep. Mike Vondran (R) · mike.vondran@legis.iowa.gov

Lobbying · 5 for, 0 against

For: Future Energy Iowa; Iowa Business Energy Coalition (IBEC); Iowa Economic Alliance; Iowa Solar Energy Trade Association; Truckstops of Iowa

In plain words

1. February 21, 2023Filed in the House and sent to the Commerce committee
2. February 21, 2023House subcommittee named: Lundgren, Judge and Vondran
3. March 1, 2023Approved by the House committee
4. March 3, 2023Approved by the House committee, and given a new number: HF 617