The California Public Utilities Commission announced on March 23 that it has posted new filings and proposed decisions from the week of March 16-20, 2026. These filings include a range of applications, complaints, and proposed decisions that could impact utility services across the state.
The weekly update is important for stakeholders as it provides transparency about regulatory actions affecting communities and consumers. It also offers an opportunity for public participation in proceedings that may shape future policies.
Among the proposed decisions open for public comment are those granting compensation to organizations such as the Protect Our Communities Foundation and Utility Consumers Action Network for their contributions to recent commission decisions. Other notable items include a proposed decision regarding Southern California Edison Company’s application related to marginal costs, revenue allocation, and rate design, as well as a decision denying Southern California Gas Company’s request to recover certain project costs from ratepayers.
Several new applications were filed during this period. These include requests by utilities like Southern California Edison Company seeking authority to recover costs related to water and gas utilities; applications from regional energy networks including Bay Area Regional Energy Network and Tri-County Regional Energy Network proposing portfolio plans through 2035; and an application by the California High-Speed Rail Authority concerning construction over existing rail tracks in Madera County. Additional complaints were also filed against utility companies alleging rule violations or overbilling.
The commission encourages members of the public to participate by submitting written comments on any proposed decision via each proceeding’s Docket Card or subscribing with a proceeding number to receive updates about rulings and notices.
These updates reflect ongoing efforts by the commission to involve communities in shaping utility regulation throughout California.
