Blocks state regulators from approving electric rates for utilities with certain DEI or ESG practices.
This bill would prevent state regulators from approving electric utility rates if those utilities engage in specific diversity, equity, or inclusion (DEI) practices. It would also block rate approval if utilities consider certain environmental, social, or governance (ESG) factors when setting rates or making operational decisions. This means how your electric company sets its prices could change based on their internal policies.
Currently, state agencies can approve rates for electric utilities even if those utilities have diversity, equity, or inclusion (DEI) practices or consider environmental, social, or governance (ESG) factors. This bill would prevent state agencies from approving rates for electric utilities. This applies if utilities engage in specific DEI practices or consider certain ESG factors when setting rates or making operational decisions that affect rates. Utilities would need to adjust their practices to ensure their rates can be approved.
HR 4603 · 119th Congress · July 22, 2025 · AI Summary by gemini-2.5-flash · 8/10
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