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Pierce comments on utility affordability hearing conducted by the IURC
Today, March 24, the Indiana Utility Regulatory Commission (IURC) held an investigative inquiry into Indiana's investor-owned utilities: AES Indiana, CenterPoint Energy Indiana, Duke Energy Indiana, LLC, Indiana Michigan Power Company, and Northern Indiana Public Service Company, LLC (NIPSCO).
Burton outlines accountability plan amid IURC hearings
Last week, the Indiana Utility Regulatory Commission (IURC) announced a listening session series throughout the state, following an investigative inquiry on March 24. State Rep. Alex Burton (D-Evansville) issued the following statement.
Novak calls for action following IURC investigative inquiry
Today, March 24, the Indiana Utility Regulatory Commission (IURC) held an investigative inquiry into Indiana's investor-owned utilities: AES Indiana, CenterPoint Energy Indiana, Duke Energy Indiana, LLC, Indiana Michigan Power Company, and Northern Indiana Public Service Company, LLC (NIPSCO). The IURC also recently announced a statewide listening session tour to hear directly from consumers about costs, with the first listening session taking place in La Porte on Thursday, March 26.
Burton encourages constituents to attend IURC public hearing
On Tuesday, April 7, the Indiana Utility Regulatory Commission (IURC) will host a public hearing from 6-8 p.m. CT at the Exhibit Hall B at Old National Events Plaza in Evansville. Customers will be able to hear directly from IURC officials and share their input and how high utility rates have impacted them and their families.
Hamilton celebrates establishment of Parkinson’s Disease Registry
Last week, House Bill 1358, a bill dealing with the Indiana Department of Health, was signed into law. This bill was amended to include a bill authored by State Rep. Carey Hamilton to add Parkinson’s Disease to the chronic disease registry.
Porter encourages Braun to reverse the CCDF cuts immediately
Now that Gov. Braun has signed Senate Enrolled Act 4 into law, State Rep. Gregory W. Porter (D-Indianapolis) encourages him to immediately reverse the cuts to the Child Care Development Fund (CCDF) voucher program.
Pryor blasts the sale of AES Corporation to private equity consortium
Today, March 2, the AES corporation announced that it will be acquired by a consortium of global investors for $33.4 billion. The consortium includes Global Infrastructure Partners, a part of BlackRock, and the EQT Infrastructure VI fund. According to the corporation, AES Indiana will remain locally managed and operated.
Smith speaks out against House Bill 1343 as it heads to the governor’s desk
Today, Feb. 27, Indiana House Republicans passed the conference committee report for House Bill 1343, sending the bill to the governor’s desk. HB 1343 includes a provision authorizing the creation of a military police force within the Indiana National Guard. The governor would have the authority to deploy this force any time he or she deems necessary, without the approval of local elected officials
Shackleford speaks out against the passage of anti-homeless senate bill
On Tuesday, Feb. 24, the Indiana House of Representatives passed Senate Bill 285, which makes the use of public land or property a Class C misdemeanor. In Indiana, a Class C misdemeanor can result in up to 60 days in jail or a fine of up to $500. The bill also requires local law enforcement agencies to report the number of arrests made to the Indiana State Police Department.
Porter comments on the governor’s new power to appoint members of the Marion County Judicial Selection Committee
Today, Feb.26, Indiana House Republicans concurred with the Senate changes to House Bill 1033, sending the bill to the governor’s desk. HB 1033 changes the selection process for judges in Marion County by removing local legal groups from their seats on the 14-member Marion County Judicial Selection Committee. The governor will have the power to appoint two replacements.
Pryor: ‘An investigation into utility costs is great, but the answers are right in front of us
Today, the Indiana Utility Regulatory Commission (IURC) announced that they will be launching an investigative inquiry into high energy costs and holding a meeting with the big five investor-owned utilities.
Burton comments on IURC announcement to investigate five major utility companies in Indiana
Today, Feb. 25, State Rep. Alex Burton (D-Evansville) released the following statement after the Indiana Utility Regulatory Commission’s announcement that it will investigate the five major utility companies in Indiana:
“Today’s announcement is the culmination of months of concerns raised by Hoosiers across the state. Rising energy costs are putting real pressure on families, which in turn is driving action in the legislature and at the IURC. This is one of several efforts with bipartisan support, and it is encouraging to see that alignment focused on addressing energy costs.