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Reforms for utilities a “baby step”

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Bills that supporters say would tighten the rules governing the panel that sets Florida’s electric rates are moving toward passage in the state Legislature, but some say they’re not enough to end what they call the panel’s too-cozy relationship with big power companies. Several bills filed early in the legislative session regarding the Public Service Commission have been combined into a grab-bag of proposals that stem from controversies over utilities service, several involving Duke Energy. The proposal would set a…

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Good move, Duke Energy: Company seeks to use bonds to offset nuclear power plant costs

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With much ink spilled over Duke Energy charging customers for future nuclear power plants, it is encouraging to see the utility, supported by state Sen. Jack Latvala, on the right side of the issue. In a new proposal, the Clearwater Republican and Duke are working together to lift some of the financial burden from consumers when shutting down nuclear power plants. The measure, now in front of the Senate Utility Committee, seeks to give the state Public Service Commission authority…

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Dane Eagle praises work of Energy & Utility Subcommittee in 2015

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House Energy & Utility Subcommittee Chair Dane Eagle is thanking fellow committee members for their efforts during the 2015 Legislative Session. This week, the committee held its final meeting of the 60-day session. Among the issues addressed this session include House Bill 7109, the Public Service Commission reform bill designed and passed by Eagle’s committee. Another was House Joint Resolution 865, which proposes two amendments to the Florida Constitution. “I am so proud of the work product of this committee,”…

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Jimmy Patronis, Julie Brown slide through committee stop toward PSC confirmation

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Former state Rep. Jimmy Patronis wants senators to know he can serve on the Florida Public Service Commission and still help run his restaurant in Panama City Beach. And PSC Commissioner Julie Brown wants you to know that she didn’t vote last fall for gutting utility energy conservation goals. Both commissioners are going through Senate confirmation for their commission seats, which pay $130,036 per year. During confirmation before the Senate energy committee, a representative of the Southern Alliance for Clean energy criticized the PSC…

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Sierra Club of Florida applauds FPL plan to buy coal-fired plant

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It’s a little like dogs and cats living together – Florida’s largest electric utility and environmentalists on the same side of an issue. But here it is. Sierra Club of Florida is applauding a move by Florida Power and Light asking the state for permission to buy a Jacksonville coal-fired power plant with the intent of shutting it down. On Friday, FPL petitioned the Florida Public Service Commission for state approval to acquire the Cedar Bay Generating Plant, where utility…

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Florida lawmakers conclude contentious and emotionally charged session

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From The Current: Florida lawmakers wrapped up a contentious and emotionally charged session on Friday night, spending hours debating and approving measures on abortion, a proposed constitutional amendment on redistricting, and a comprehensive property insurance bill. The session lurched to a close as the House wrapped up its work shortly before 7 p.m. while the Senate was still debating a nearly $70.4 billion budget. The Senate did not wrap up its work until 8:47 p.m. The final vote on the…

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Sunday’s editorial pages

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St. Petersburg Times – Bill Foster for St. Petersburg mayor – One candidate for St. Petersburg mayor offers the experience and leadership to build on the city’s accomplishments and meet its challenges. Bill Foster embraces the progress and offers an optimistic vision for the future. Kathleen Ford sees flaws, fights old battles and charts a different direction — backward. Lakeland Ledger – Public Service Commission: Regulators and the Regulated – Whatever the scandal-ridden Florida Public Service Commission decides regarding multibillion-dollar…

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