Western Power Rates Open for Public Comments Soon
Published Date: 2/12/2025
Notice
Summary
The Western Area Power Administration wants to update its power rates starting April 1, 2025. If you’re a customer or interested party, you can speak up or join the discussion by March 6, 2025. This change could affect how much you pay for power, so don’t miss your chance to weigh in!
Analyzed Economic Effects
2 provisions identified: 1 benefits, 0 costs, 1 mixed.
Western power rates change April 1, 2025
The Western Area Power Administration filed a new formula rate (Rate Order No. WAPA-221) to take effect on April 1, 2025. If you are a customer of WAPA, this filing could change how much you pay for power starting on that date.
Chance to protest or intervene by March 6, 2025
People and organizations can file protests, comments, or motions to intervene in the FERC docket, but must submit them by 5:00 p.m. Eastern Time on March 6, 2025. The Commission’s Office of Public Participation can help members of the public, including landowners, community organizations, and Tribal members, with filings and questions at (202) 502-6595 or [email protected].
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