In 2023, Pepco filed an application with the DC PSC to increase electric distribution rates by $190.7 million over three years through a Multiyear Rate Plan. OPC, the statutory advocate for DC residential and small commercial consumers, intervened in the proceeding at every stage: filing expert testimony, moving for reconsideration, and appealing to the DC Court of Appeals. In March 2026, the Court of Appeals vacated the PSC’s approval and remanded the case for further proceedings. This page tracks each milestone in that process.
An alternative form of utility regulation allowing a utility to set rates for multiple years at once, rather than filing a new rate case each year.
The formal exchange of data, documents, and information between parties before hearings to build the evidentiary record.
A formal request asking a court or agency to re-examine and reverse or modify a prior decision based on errors of law or fact.
A request to a higher court (here, the DC Court of Appeals) to review and potentially overturn a lower tribunal’s decision.
When an appellate court cancels a prior ruling and returns the case for further proceedings consistent with the court’s decision.
A non-traditional rate mechanism, such as an MRP, authorized under D.C. Code § 34-1504(d) as an alternative to standard annual rate cases.
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