Reassigned Numbers
In today’s regulatory environment, “wrong number” is no longer a minor operational issue, it has become a litigation trigger. Across the Energy marketplace, we continue…
News Stories: Consumer Protections
March 3, 2026
February 19, 2026
PUC Advances Proposed Rulemaking to Codify Key Consumer Protections and Strengthen Stability for Utilities and Households
In a press release. the Pennsylvania Public Utility Commission (PUC) announced that it voted 4-1 to approve a Notice of Proposed Rulemaking (NOPR) that would formally…
February 9, 2026
Massive Michigan Telephone Solicitation Act Resurfaces
On February 3, 2026 SB-0351 a massive consumer protection: marketing and advertising; telephone solicitation act resurfaces. Among other things this bill prescribes the…
January 16, 2026
Commission Files Order Re: Proposed Rule Changes For Electric Suppliers
On January 7, 2026, the Public Service Commission of Delaware filed an Order regarding proposed rule changes for certification and regulation of electric suppliers. Some…
December 15, 2025
Commission Opens Comprehensive Investigation Into Retail Energy Rates
The Massachusetts “Department of Public Utilities (“Department”) opens this investigation to conduct a comprehensive review of gas and electric delivery rates and…
November 25, 2025
Office Of People’s Counsel Files Petition For Commission To Establish An Energy Affordability Proceeding
From Petition: [ *** ] Pursuant to Sections 1-204.93, 34-903, and 34-1101, of the District of Columbia Official Code (“D.C. Code”) and Rules 101.1, 101.2, and 101.4 of…
November 7, 2025
Brief Filed In Formal Complaint Against Supplier
“This Post-Hearing Brief is submitted by Complainant Vincent Mattiola in the above captioned matter against SmartEnergy Holdings, LLC (“SmartEnergy”). It is intended to…
October 20, 2025
Joint Stipulation And Recommendation Reached Against Supplier Stemming From Marketing Call Made To PUC Staff
A stipulation between the Staff of the Public Utility Commission of Ohio (PUC), Eligo Energy OH LLC and the Office of Consumer Counsel (OCC) has been reached for…
September 15, 2025
Delegated Commissioner Seeks $5 Million Penalty & License Revocation Against Retail Supplier For Alleged Deceptive Practices
Massachusetts Department of Public Utilities (DPU) Commissioner Cecile Fraser assigned as Delegated Commissioner issued a Notice of Probable Violation against…
August 22, 2025
New Rules Impose New Broker/Supplier Licensing & Compliance Requirements Including Registration For Third-Party Sales Agents
As reported previously, the Maine Public Utility Commission adopted revised Chapter 305 rules that became effective August 10, 2025. The revised Chapter 305 rules…
