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Florida Bill Aims to Regulate Utility Rate Increases

12/11/2025

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Gaetz Advocates Rate Reform

A Florida bill introduced by Sen. Don Gaetz (R-Fla.) would require the Public Service Commission (PSC) to justify rate increases and consider affordability.
The bill would expand the PSC from five to seven members.
The bill would set qualifications for commissioners.
The removal of the cap drew concerns from public advocates about potential impacts on consumers.
The bill passed unanimously in committee and will proceed to further legislative review.

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Gaetz Advocates Rate Reform

A Florida bill introduced by Sen. Don Gaetz (R-Fla.) would require the Public Service Commission (PSC) to justify rate increases and consider affordability.
The bill would expand the PSC from five to seven members.
The bill would set qualifications for commissioners.
The removal of the cap drew concerns from public advocates about potential impacts on consumers.
The bill passed unanimously in committee and will proceed to further legislative review.

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