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March 15, 2026

FERC & Federal

The Federal Energy Regulatory Commission is an independent regulatory agency that oversees the transmission of electricity, natural gas and oil in interstate commerce, as well as regulating hydroelectric dams and natural gas facilities. 
Only PG&E Can File Bankruptcy Plan, Judge Says
The judge overseeing PG&E’s bankruptcy ruled against bondholders and insurers that wanted to offer their own reorganization plans for the embattled utility.
Lawyers Argue over PG&E Wildfire Liability
Lawyers representing PG&E and California wildfire victims argued over how to estimate the potential liability of the bankrupt utility.
Judge Weighs Competing PG&E Bankruptcy Plans
Judge Dennis Montali heard lengthy arguments from bondholders and insurance companies over why he should end PG&E’s exclusivity period.
MARC Opens with Iowa Political Flavor, Speed Round
MARC opened with a study in local Iowa flavor and a grab bag of industry opinions gleaned from a round of questions styled after political interrogations.
Bankruptcy Judge Questions PG&E Exec Compensation
The judge overseeing PG&E’s bankruptcy questioned the utility’s attorney over an executive compensation package that includes $11 million in bonuses.
CPUC Program ‘Runs Afoul’ of PURPA, Court Rules
The 9th Circuit found California’s Renewable Market Adjusting Tariff program violated PURPA by capping the energy utilities must purchase from QFs.
Talen Energy to Pay $1M for Violating Clean Water Act
Talen Energy agreed to pay a $1 million fine after toxic waste from its Brunner Island plant seeped into groundwater and the nearby Susquehanna River.
FERC Could Face Months with 3 Commissioners
With the U.S. Senate bolting for a five-week recess, it’s becoming apparent FERC will be operating with only three commissioners until at least September.
Stakeholders Best Commissioners in NARUC ‘Family Feud’
Commissioners were pitted against industry stakeholders in an energy-themed “Family Feud” that capped off the 2019 NARUC Summer Policy Summit.
Former Commissioners Debate Tx Incentive Revamp
Regulators should preserve the multiple incentives currently offered to transmission developers, former FERC commissioners said.

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