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KY SJR134

Joint Resolution

Status

Introduced

3/2/2026

Primary Sponsor

Phillip Wheeler

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Origin

Senate

2026 Regular Session

AI Summary

  • Public Service Commission must review the fuel adjustment clause (FAC) administrative regulation by May 15, 2026, with the goal of reducing month-to-month volatility of FAC surcharges on customer utility bills.

  • Amended FAC administrative regulation must be promulgated by August 15, 2026, after a public comment period for affected utilities and ratepayers.

  • Commission must submit a report to the Legislative Research Commission by December 15, 2026, explaining the regulatory changes and expected impact on surcharge volatility.

  • Declared an emergency due to rising electricity costs from fuel feedstocks (particularly natural gas) and expected summer energy supply constraints that threaten service disconnections.

  • Takes effect immediately upon passage and approval by the Governor.

Legislative Description

A JOINT RESOLUTION regarding utility fuel adjustment clauses under the jurisdiction of the Public Service Commission and declaring an emergency.

Effective Dates, Emergency

Last Action

3rd reading, adopted 36-0

3/13/2026

Committee Referrals

Rules3/12/2026
Natural Resources and Energy3/9/2026
Committee on Committees3/2/2026

Full Bill Text

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