Public Service Commission

Staff Report BREWTON – The Alabama Patriots, one of Alabama’s largest Tea Party organizations, announced their endorsement of Jeremy Oden in the race for Public Service Commission, Place 1 today. Danny B. Joyner of the Alabama Patriots explained that Oden’s endorsement was due to his strong conservative record, especially when facing liberal environmental interest groups. … Continued

By Brandon Moseley Alabama Political Reporter According to a statement released on Tuesday, April 8, Alabama Power rates have been flat since January 2012.  The release cites industry resources showing that investor-owned electric utilities in the Southeast have increased power bills by more than $2.7 billion since January 2012.  The Alabama Public Service Commission has … Continued

By Brandon MoseleyAlabama Political Reporter Prominent conservative activist, Kathy Peterson has announced that she is challenging incumbent Jeremy Oden (R) for the Alabama Public Service Commission (PSC) in the June 3 Republican Primary. Kathy Peterson in a written statement called Commissioner Oden, “The establishment and special interests’ hand-picked appointment to the Alabama Public Service Commission.” … Continued

Staff Report The Alabama Farmers Federation has endorsed Public Service Commissioner Jeremy H. Oden (R-Eva) for election to a full term in the 2014 election. “I am honored to receive the endorsement of the Alabama Farmers Federation,” Oden said.  “My family has worked the land of Alabama for generations, and I am proud to say … Continued

By Lee Hedgepeth Alabama Political Reporter Prominent Alabama political commentator has thrown his hat in the race for Public Service Commission representing Place 2. Flowers is one of many conservatives challenging incumbent Commissioner Terry Dunn. Acting Republican Party Press Secretary Johnathan Barbee, Former Greene County Commissioner Chip Beeker and leader of the Alabama Minority GOP … Continued

By Brandon Moseley Alabama Political Reporter Former State Representative Steve Flowers has issued a press release announcing  that he will be holding a press conference on Wednesday, January 9th, to discuss his intentions to run for statewide office. The Alabama Political Reporter reported weeks ago that Flowers is expected to announce his candidacy for the … Continued

Staff Report Having served one year by appointment from Gov. Robert Bentley to the Alabama Public Service Commission (PSC) place 1, Jeremy H. Oden (R) recently announced the launch of his campaign to seek election to the position in the upcoming 2014 electoral process. Commissioner Oden is not new to public service in the State … Continued

By Brandon Moseley Alabama Political Reporter On Tuesday, the Alabama Public Service Commission voted to approve a rate reduction affecting Alabama Gas Company (Alagasco) and its customers. PSC President Twinkle Andress Cavanaugh (R) said in a written statement, “This is a real victory for the consumers. I promised to review all utility rates regulated by … Continued

By Brandon Moseley Alabama Political Reporter The Sierra Club’s Director of Beyond Coal Campaign, Mary Ann Hitt inserted herself into the 2014 election cycle by attacking popular Alabama Governor Robert Bentley (R), Alabama Power, coal powered electrical plants and even Alabama’s new cleaner burning natural gas burning electrical plants. Director Hitt wrote in an email … Continued