AARP Connecticut Statement on Senate Bill 106

AARP Connecticut, the state’s largest consumer advocacy organization representing nearly 600,000 members in Connecticut, released the following statement from John Erlingheuser, state advocacy director, regarding Senate Bill 106, legislation that would create a process by which Dominion Resources would get a higher price for the same energy it currently sells on the New England wholesale competitive market through its Millstone Nuclear Power Plant in Waterford.

“AARP is disappointed in the Energy and Technology Committee vote. Many advocacy organizations have expressed concerns about this legislation and its negative impact on ratepayers who are already paying among the highest electric rates in the country. We respect, and understand that there will rarely be a consensus on difficult issues, but the rate payers should always come first. 

“Dominion has failed to demonstrate the financial need for this special deal or how it will lower rates for consumers. Any special deal must first require them to disclose their claimed loss in profits to regulators and ratepayers. We appreciate the efforts of all those who raised their voices and pledge to continue the fight for Connecticut residents in the months ahead.”