Lawmakers and Advocates Call for PJM Governance Reforms to Serve the Public, Not Private Profit
July 23, 2026
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Lawmakers and advocates are calling out PJM’s broken governance and demanding a grid that works for people, not profits. From rising energy bills to stalled clean energy projects, the current system is failing ratepayers across our region. It’s time for transparency, accountability, and a real voice for the public in shaping our energy future. ![]()
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