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Where it is now
- Done: IntroducedFebruary 21, 2023
- Done: SubcommitteeFebruary 21, 2023
- Done: House committeeMarch 1, 2023
- Skipped: Passes the HouseContinued as HF 617
- Next: Senate committee
- Next: Passes the Senate
- Next: To the Governor
- Next: Signed into law
Became HF 617 → Its progress continues under the new number. Go to HF 617 What’s a funnel?
What’s in it
AI summary The Iowa utilities board will study how utility companies set their prices to see if changes could make rates more affordable for customers. The consumer advocate and utility companies will be allowed to take part in this study. After looking into the matter, the board must give a report with its suggestions to the state legislature by the start of 2024.1
Read the official explanation
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.
Changed since by amendments S-3168, S-3140; see Amendments.
House subcommittee
Named February 21, 2023. Meeting: Tuesday, February 28 · 8:00 AM · RM 102, Sup. Ct. Consult.
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