COMMISSIONERS' CORNER: At annual conferences such as the Western Conference of Public Service Commissioners (WCPSC), regulators from across the U.S. interact, sharing solutions and best practices. Many states face the same challenges, ie. affordability, reliability, and growth.

The ACC Securities Division is happy to announce that we are partnering with Connect Tempe (City of Tempe) to host two classes in June! We will be collaboratively hosting classes at the Tempe Library focuses on: What is AI? Staying Safe in the Age of Artificial Intelligence.

Reminder: Open Meeting of the Arizona Corporation Commission to be held Wednesday, June 10, 2026. Those who would like to provide a comment on an agenda item are encouraged to register to speak BEFORE the meeting begins. To view the agenda, go to azcc.gov/live

COMMISSIONERS' CORNER: Get help paying for your energy bill right away. Triple digit temps are here to stay for a while. If you face financial hardship, contact your utility to find options to keep up with your bills. Learn more: aps.com/en/Residential/Accou… or tep.com/payment-assistance/

ACC Among Regulatory Leaders at the Western Conference of Public Service Commissioners: Commr. Lopez was a panelist & Márquez Peterson was elected vice president of the regional group; the annual meeting is a forum for collaboration and discussion of future utilities regulation

Reminder: The Commission enforces a summer utility shutoff moratorium from June 1 - October 15. However, customers must still pay for electricity charges once the moratorium ends. Seek help now for bill assistance programs. azcc.gov/news/home/2026/06/0…

COMMISSIONERS' CORNER: The ACC encourages customers to seek help with utility bill concerns early. "It's important that you reach out to you electricity provider to learn what plan options are available... and see if you qualify for a bill assistance program." Vice Chair Walden

Commissioners' Corner: Arizona's economy is growing rapidly, driven by industries that require large amounts of reliable and uninterrupted electricity. "We need to lean into our existing generation portfolio... while technology continues to advance." - Commissioner Thompson

ACC Commissioners & Staff participated in the SRP Nuclear Expo in May. The ACC supports an “all of the above” approach to generation, including nuclear energy. Nuclear is a zero carbon technology capable of providing firm, uninterrupted power at scale.

COMMISSIONERS' CORNER: Commissioner Lea Márquez Peterson is an influential figure in the national conversation on reigning in the challenges presented by the rapid expansion of AI and the power industry, discussing solutions that ensure energy reliability and reliability.

Sssslithery Surprise: An ACC Railroad Safety Inspector recently encountered a rattlesnake while walking the tracks in Bowie, AZ. Apparently, rattlesnakes like the warmth of the rail in the summertime. A good reminder to be careful where you step while braving the outdoors in AZ!

Commissioners' Corner: “Contrary to popular belief, we as Commissioners do not have the option of simply saying 'no' to a rate case, as much as we want to, we just don’t have that option.” Chair Myers' explains (from APS public comment session 5/18/26)

Arizona Forestry implementing additional fire restrictions on State Trust lands due to an uptick in fire activity & hot/dry conditions. Starting Thurs. 5/21 at 8am: 🔥Stage 1 restrictions for State Trust lands w/n Coconino, Mohave & Yavapai Counties. Campfires allowed w/n designated or developed campsites. No charcoal use. 🔥Stage 2 restrictions for State Trust lands w/n La Paz & Yuma Counties. No campfires. 🚫Target shooting & fireworks are not allowed on State Trust lands. More info: bit.ly/4uGTSPz For state, federal, & tribal restriction info: WildlandFire.az.gov. #AZFire #AZForestry