No ratepayer funds on politics

Maine has officially moved forward with a requirement that no utility ratepayer funds shall be used for politics. This includes contributions or gifts to political candidates, political parties, and political or legislative committees; to a trade association, chamber of commerce or public charity; for lobbying or grassroots lobbying; or for educational expenses, unless approved by the PUC as serving a public interest. A 2023 bill required the Maine Public Utilities Commission to commence rule making. Connecticut and Colorado also passed similar legislation in 2023.

Governing | Maine Utilities Can No Longer Spend Ratepayer Money on Politics