If this bill were to become law, it would amend the definition of "represent the interests of" within the Arizona Revised Statutes. The new definition would clarify that it means advocating for the safest and most reliable utility service achievable at the lowest retail rate possible, rather than specifically focusing on the lowest retail electric rate. This change aims to broaden the scope of advocacy for residential utility consumers.

Additionally, the bill would remove the current exclusion of member-owned nonprofit cooperative corporations from the definition of "public service corporation." This adjustment would align the definition more closely with the intent of the legislation, ensuring that all types of public service corporations are included in the regulatory framework. Overall, the bill seeks to enhance the representation of residential utility consumers in regulatory proceedings.

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Introduced Version: 40-461