Victory for Utah Consumers: Public Service Commission Limits Rocky Mountain Power's Rate Hike

Your power bill will soon be going up - but not as much as originally proposed thanks in large part to our AARP Utah members! The Public Service Commission (PSC) recently ruled to significantly limit Rocky Mountain Power's proposed rate hike. (The hard work of our members is even mentioned in the ruling on page 173!)

Rocky Mountain Power initially proposed a hefty 30.5% rate increase over two years. This would have meant a substantial rise in utility bills for many Utahns, with an estimated increase of $288 per year for single-family residences.

However, the PSC listened to the voices of the community and ruled in favor of consumers. The rate increase has been set at a much more manageable 4.7% for single-family residences and 3.77% for multi-family residences. This translates to an average bill increase of approximately $52 per year for single-family homes and $40 per year for multi-family homes—far better than the initial proposal.

Your advocacy efforts were crucial in this decision. AARP Utah, for example, collected 2,114 comments and 982 petitions from concerned Utahns worried about the impact of Rocky Mountain Power's proposed rate increase. The PSC acknowledged these efforts in their ruling, highlighting the importance of community involvement in regulatory decisions.

Utah remains the most affordable state in terms of utility costs, and organizations like AARP are committed to ensuring it stays that way. We extend our gratitude to Commissioners Fenn, Clark, and Harvey for their dedication to protecting seniors' access to affordable and reliable energy.

Thank you for your continued support and advocacy. Together, we can make a difference!

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