PJM and Alabama Power Submit Fresh Electricity Rate Plans
Published Date: 6/25/2025
Notice
Summary
The Federal Energy Regulatory Commission got several new electric rate filings from big power companies like PJM Interconnection and Alabama Power. These filings propose changes to energy rates and agreements that could start as soon as June or August 2025. If you want to speak up or get involved, you’ve got until July 11, 2025, to file your comments or protests.
Analyzed Economic Effects
3 provisions identified: 2 benefits, 0 costs, 1 mixed.
You Can File Comments by July 11, 2025
The Federal Energy Regulatory Commission is accepting comments, protests, or motions to intervene on the listed electric rate filings until 5:00 p.m. Eastern on July 11, 2025. If you want to become a party to a proceeding, you must file an intervention following FERC Rules 211, 214, or 206 by that deadline.
Multiple Electric Rate Filings Received
FERC received electric rate filings from companies including PJM Interconnection, Alabama Power Company (and sister companies), American Transmission Systems, and IP Energy Marketing, LLC. Those filings list proposed effective dates of June 10, 2025 and August 20, 2025 for various tariff or rate changes.
Help Is Available from FERC Office of Public Participation
FERC's Office of Public Participation (OPP) offers help to members of the public, including landowners, community organizations, and Tribal members, to access information and navigate filings and interventions. For assistance, OPP can be contacted at (202) 502-6595 or via email at opp@ferc.gov.
Your PRIA Score
Personalized for You
How does this regulation affect your finances?
Sign up for a PRIA Policy Scan to see your personalized alignment score for this federal register document and every other regulation we track. We analyze your financial profile against policy provisions to show you exactly what matters to your wallet.
Key Dates
Department and Agencies
Related Federal Register Documents
2026-11782 — Combined Notice of Filings
The Federal Energy Regulatory Commission got several new filings about natural gas pipeline rates and refunds from companies like NextEra Energy and ETC Tiger Pipeline. These filings could change how much customers pay starting as soon as June or July 2026. If you want to speak up or get involved, you need to act before the deadlines in mid to late June.
2026-11598 — Town of Dover-Foxcroft; Notice of Application for Surrender of Exemption Accepted for Filing, Soliciting Comments, Motions To Intervene, and Protests
The Town of Dover-Foxcroft wants to give up its special permission to run the Moosehead Hydroelectric Project on the Piscataquis River in Maine. This means the town will stop operating the project under its current exemption, and the public has until July 6, 2026, to share their thoughts or objections. This change could affect local energy and environmental rules, but no federal land is involved, and money impacts aren’t mentioned yet.
2026-11606 — Boott Hydropower, LLC; Notice of Application Accepted for Filing, Soliciting Motions To Intervene and Protests, Ready for Environmental Analysis, and Soliciting Comments, Recommendations, Preliminary Terms and Conditions, and Preliminary Fishway Prescriptions
Boott Hydropower wants to keep running its Lowell Hydroelectric Project on the Merrimack River, and the government is now reviewing their application. Local communities, environmental groups, and anyone interested can share their thoughts or raise concerns by August 4, 2026. This process helps make sure the project stays safe, eco-friendly, and benefits everyone without surprise costs or delays.
2026-11628 — Aberdeen Hydro AE, LLC; Notice of Preliminary Permit Application Accepted for Filing and Soliciting Comments, Motions To Intervene, and Competing Applications
Aberdeen Hydro AE, LLC wants to study building a new hydropower project at the Aberdeen Lock and Dam in Mississippi. If approved, they get first dibs to apply for a license to generate clean energy, but no construction can start yet. People have until August 3, 2026, to share their thoughts or compete for the project, which could produce enough electricity to power thousands of homes.
2026-11538 — Algonquin Gas Transmission, LLC; Notice of Scoping Period Requesting Comments on Environmental Issues for the Planned Algonquin Reliable Affordable Resilient Enhancement Project, and Notice of Public Scoping Sessions
Algonquin Gas Transmission wants to build new gas facilities in parts of Connecticut, Massachusetts, and Rhode Island. The government is asking people to share their thoughts on how this project might affect the environment before making a final decision. You’ve got until July 6, 2026, to speak up and help shape the project that could impact local communities and energy costs.
2026-11539 — Building for the Future Through Electric Regional Transmission Planning and Cost Allocation; Notice of Motion for Extension of Time To Comply
PJM Transmission Owners and state groups asked for more time—until August 11, 2026—to agree on how to plan and pay for big electric projects across 13 states and D.C. They want to use extra time and mediation to find a fair way to share costs before filing their official plans. This delay affects utilities and customers by pushing back decisions on who pays for future electric upgrades.
Previous / Next Documents
Previous: 2025-11679 — Guidance on Referrals for Potential Criminal Enforcement
The Department of Labor is stepping up to catch and report serious rule-breakers who might face criminal charges. This new guidance helps staff know when to send cases for criminal enforcement, making sure bad actors get held accountable faster. If you work with labor rules, expect clearer steps soon—no extra costs, just smarter action starting now!
Next: 2025-11681 — Combined Notice of Filings
The Federal Energy Regulatory Commission got new filings from several natural gas pipeline companies about their rates and refunds. These filings include new negotiated rates and compliance reports, with some changes starting as soon as June 19, 2025. If you want to speak up or get involved, you have until July 2, 2025, to comment, so don’t miss out!