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West Virginia Senate Energy, Industry and Mining Committee

The West Virginia Senate Energy, Industry and Mining Committee is pictured at its Monday, March 17, 2025 meeting.

Fuel costs have sharply driven up West Virginia ratepayer bills in recent years.

Some bills will go up further after another state Public Service Commission-approved cost recovery increase for Appalachian Power and Wheeling Power.

Mike Tony covers energy and the environment. He can be reached at mtony@hdmediallc.com or 304-348-1236. Follow on X.

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