Bill > AB286

This bill requires the California Public Utilities Commission (CPUC) to generate a report with recommendations to decrease electricity rates by at least 30% by January 1, 2027. The bill outlines several specific actions the commission must take in developing these recommendations, including reviewing public purpose programs for cost-effectiveness, considering suggestions from a previous executive order response, auditing electrical corporations' wildfire mitigation plan costs, and evaluating programs in a specific commission document for efficiency. If programs are found to be not cost-effective, the commission must either eliminate them, reform them, or recommend legislative action. The bill aims to provide relief to ratepayers by potentially reducing electricity costs through a comprehensive review of existing programs and expenditures, with a focus on identifying areas where cost savings can be achieved without compromising essential services.

Budget and Finance, Transportation and Infrastructure

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