Public Service Commission

Legislature / Economy

Gov. Ivey signs HB475, freezing electric rates and reshaping PSC

Supporters argued the legislation provided immediate relief to consumers while allowing a wider range of perspectives in utility regulation decisions.

April 3, 2026

Rep. Mooney caught recording caucus, removed by House Republicans

A closed-door meeting on PSC legislation was disrupted when Mooney was caught recording, escalating tensions after prior leaked caucus audio involving Speaker Nathaniel Ledbetter.

Bill Britt

April 1, 2026

The V: Tackles clemency, school prayer, PSC overhaul, GOP infighting

Host Bill Britt and panelists Susan Britt and Josh Moon examined several of Alabama’s most pressing political fights.

March 16, 2026

Opinion

Alabama is about to be hijacked by California and China

State leaders moved to expand the Public Service Commission after out-of-state groups influenced recent elections in neighboring Georgia.

Steve Flowers

March 15, 2026

The V: Trust, power, and politics collide at the Alabama Statehouse

Leaked recordings, voting power fights, conspiracy legislation, and policing debates reveal deeper struggles over trust, governance and democracy in Alabama politics.

February 22, 2026

The V: Undecideds surge as money reshapes Alabama’s 2026 races

Polling volatility, outside spending and structural reforms could redefine Alabama’s Senate, PSC oversight, and economic development landscape in 2026.

February 16, 2026

Opinion

Voting for PSC members only matters if voters actually care

It's nice that people seem to suddenly care about voting for PSC members. But does it actually matter?

Josh Moon

February 11, 2026

ALGOP praises utility reform package

Acting Chair Joan Reynolds praised Republican legislators who led bipartisan work protecting families from rising utility costs and strengthening oversight.

February 9, 2026

Analysis | A Democratic lineup that could change things

It might not lead to a wave, but the 2026 Democratic field of candidates gives the party its first real chance in years to gain ground.

Josh Moon

January 26, 2026

The Voice of Alabama Politics examines Jones bid, power rates, PBS, libraries

Bill Britt, Susan Britt and Josh Moon analyze Alabama’s governor race, energy policy, public media and library censorship debates.

December 1, 2025