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HB 2592

Public Utility Commission - As introduced, authorizes the commission to electronically submit to the general assembly its annual report comparing telecommunications, electricity, natural gas, water, and wastewater utility rates between this state and the southeastern states. - Amends TCA Title 4; Title 5; Title 6; Title 7; Title 8; Title 12; Title 13; Title 54; Title 64; Title 65; Title 68 and Title 69.

114th Regular Session (2025-2026) Introduced by Clark Boyd and 1 co-sponsor

Allows Tennessee's Public Utility Commission to electronically report annual utility rate comparisons between Tennessee and southeastern states to the legislature for policy guidance.

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Bill Summary · HB 2592

Legislative bill overview

HB 2592 authorizes Tennessee's Public Utility Commission to electronically submit annual reports to the state legislature comparing utility rates (telecommunications, electricity, natural gas, water, and wastewater) between Tennessee and southeastern states. The bill makes amendments across multiple Tennessee Code Annotated titles related to utility regulation.

Why is this important

Rate comparison data helps legislators understand Tennessee's competitive position on utility costs and informs policy decisions about regulatory oversight. Transparency in utility rate benchmarking can support evidence-based regulatory reform and consumer advocacy efforts. Electronic submission modernizes administrative processes and reduces reporting costs.

Potential points of contention

  • Scope and selection of comparators: Questions may arise over which southeastern states are included in comparisons and whether the selection fairly represents Tennessee's economic and geographic context
  • Reporting burden and data collection: Determining what metrics to include and which utilities must provide detailed rate data could increase administrative costs for utilities and the PUC
  • Definitional clarity: Amendments across 11 different Tennessee Code titles suggest potentially complex statutory changes; the bill text doesn't specify whether existing rate comparison provisions are being modified or new reporting requirements created

Compiled from official sources — confirm details with the bill’s official record.

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