AP&T rate payers could save money pending state commission decision

Haines residents may see a drop in electrical rates and/or a rebate if a recommendation from the state attorney general’s office is adopted.

The Regulatory Commission of Alaska held a hearing with Alaska Power & Telephone company in Juneau in June to evaluate whether lower rates are warranted based on benefits they received from corporate tax cuts this year.

The Regulatory Commission of Alaska regulates public utilities, which includes setting utility rates. In response to…