Florida’s GOP AGs used to intervene in utility rate cases, but no longer

Florida's Republican Attorneys General used to play a role in utility rate cases, stepping in to challenge what they viewed as excessive rate hikes. However, this practice has seemingly ceased, even as electricity cost increases outpace other forms of inflation nationwide. This shift is significant because it leaves consumers without a strong legal advocate in these critical matters, potentially allowing utility companies to impose higher rates without scrutiny. The broader implications suggest a trend that could influence consumer protection policies across the country.