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AB 2589: Public utilities: rates: changes to federal law.
What AB 2589 does, verified September 4, 2026
The bill aims to update the regulatory authority of the Public Utilities Commission over public utilities. It requires the commission to evaluate the full effect of federal legislation on the expenses and tax liabilities of public utilities. If the commission determines that the enacted federal law affects the projected expenses and tax liabilities, it must adjust the rates of the affected public utility to reflect the changes. This adjustment ensures that public utilities are not disproportionately burdened by changes in federal law.
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Last action: Enrolled and presented to the Governor at 4 p.m. (2026-09-03)Alert me
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| Sep. 03, 2026 | Enrolled and presented to the Governor at 4 p.m. |
| Aug. 26, 2026 | Senate amendments concurred in. To Engrossing and Enrolling. (Ayes 79. Noes 0.). |
| Aug. 25, 2026 | In Assembly. Concurrence in Senate amendments pending. |
| Aug. 25, 2026 | Read third time. Passed. Ordered to the Assembly. (Ayes 37. Noes 0.). |
| Aug. 13, 2026 | Read second time. Ordered to third reading. |