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Planning to speak at the Oct. 7 virtual public comment hearing on Puget Sound Energy’s rate case?Here are a few things t...
10/05/2026

Planning to speak at the Oct. 7 virtual public comment hearing on Puget Sound Energy’s rate case?

Here are a few things to know before the hearing:

📅 Sign up to speak by 5 p.m. Tuesday, Oct. 6, by emailing [email protected] or calling 888-333-9882.

⏱️ Please limit comments to two minutes or less so commissioners can hear from everyone.

💬 Didn’t sign up? You’ll still have an opportunity to speak after registered speakers.

🌐 Free language services are available. Request them at least one day before the hearing by calling 360-664-1193 or emailing [email protected].

Learn more about the hearing and how to participate: https://bit.ly/PSE-Hearing-Info

📣 We're hiring.The UTC is looking for a Deputy Director of Legislative Affairs to lead the commission's legislative stra...
10/01/2026

📣 We're hiring.

The UTC is looking for a Deputy Director of Legislative Affairs to lead the commission's legislative strategy and work closely with the Washington State Legislature.

We're looking for someone with experience in legislative strategy, communications, relationship management, and utility and transportation regulation.

📅 Applications are due 10/13
🔗 Learn more and apply: utc.wa.gov/jobs

It's See Tracks? Think Train® Week! Join our friends at Washington Operation Lifesaver for rail safety education tips to...
09/22/2026

It's See Tracks? Think Train® Week! Join our friends at Washington Operation Lifesaver for rail safety education tips to share with your loved ones and communities.

🚂 Learn more: bit.ly/3Th6KhM

📢 We want to hear from you about the proposed PacifiCorp & Portland General Electric deal. Don't miss your chance to let...
09/21/2026

📢 We want to hear from you about the proposed PacifiCorp & Portland General Electric deal. Don't miss your chance to let the commission know how it affects you and your community.

You can share comments at the Oct. 20 hearing or submit online anytime while the case is open.

🔗 Get the details: bit.ly/3THogMc

📣 We’re hiring!The UTC has two openings in our Regulatory Services Division:🔹 Section Manager, Water, Solid Waste and Tr...
09/21/2026

📣 We’re hiring!

The UTC has two openings in our Regulatory Services Division:

🔹 Section Manager, Water, Solid Waste and Transportation
🔹 Regulatory Analyst 3, WST Strategic Review

Both roles support important regulatory work across Washington. The Section Manager will lead staff working on water, solid waste and transportation, while the Regulatory Analyst 3 will help implement Washington’s Extended Producer Responsibility program.

📅 Applications are due Oct. 1.
🔗 Learn more and apply: utc.wa.gov/jobs

📱 Do you know someone who could use help staying connected? Lifeline can help people save on phone or internet service. ...
09/18/2026

📱 Do you know someone who could use help staying connected?

Lifeline can help people save on phone or internet service. As Digital Connectivity and Lifeline Awareness Week comes to a close, help us spread the word.

Learn more or share this with someone who may qualify: LifelineSupport.org

💡Could you qualify for Lifeline?Lifeline helps eligible households save on phone or internet service each month.You may ...
09/17/2026

💡Could you qualify for Lifeline?

Lifeline helps eligible households save on phone or internet service each month.

You may qualify based on your income or if you participate in certain assistance programs, including:

• Medicaid
• SNAP
• Supplemental Security Income (SSI)
• Federal Public Housing Assistance
• Veterans Pension and Survivors Benefit

See if you qualify and learn how to apply at LifelineSupport.org

09/15/2026

Staying connected helps us access health care, find jobs, keep in touch with family and reach help when we need it.

Commissioner Ann Rendahl, president of the National Association of Regulatory Utility Commissioners, shares why we’re recognizing Digital Connectivity and Lifeline Awareness Week and how Lifeline may be able to help.

Learn more: LifelineSupport.org

📱Staying connected can make a big difference.This Digital Connectivity and Lifeline Awareness Week, we’re helping spread...
09/14/2026

📱Staying connected can make a big difference.

This Digital Connectivity and Lifeline Awareness Week, we’re helping spread the word about Lifeline, a federal program that can help people save on phone or internet service.

Lifeline can help people stay connected to family, health care, job opportunities, emergency services and more.

Learn more and see if you qualify: LifelineSupport.org

📣 Puget Sound Energy customers: We want to hear from you.The UTC is holding two public comment hearings on PSE’s propose...
09/09/2026

📣 Puget Sound Energy customers: We want to hear from you.

The UTC is holding two public comment hearings on PSE’s proposed electric and natural gas rate increases.

📍 Sept. 29 at 6 p.m. | In person in Lacey
💻 Oct. 7 at 6 p.m. | Virtual

These hearings are your chance to tell the commission how the proposed rate increases could affect you and your community.

To speak at either hearing, call 888-333-9882 at least one business day in advance.

Learn more about the hearings and other ways to comment: https://bit.ly/4dsKtUR

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