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March 15, 2026

Georgia Power Seeks Nearly $912 Million From Customers For Storm Recovery Costs

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Georgia Power is asking state regulators to approve a plan that would charge customers $912 million over the next four years to recover costs tied to Hurricane Helene and other major storms. The proposal, filed with the Georgia Public Service Commission, would add about $4.42 per month to the typical residential bill based on 1,000 kilowatt-hours of usage, with higher-use households likely paying more.

January 20, 2026

by WZQZ NEWS

Georgia Power CEO Says Rate Cuts Could Start June 2026

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Georgia Power customers may see some relief on their monthly electric bills later this year. The company’s president and CEO, Kim Greene, said this week that Georgia Power plans to file upcoming changes that would lower rates starting in June 2026.

December 9, 2025

by WZQZ NEWS

Georgia Tax Collections Edge Up in November, But Storm-Related Fuel Tax Changes Cloud the Comparison

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Georgia’s net tax collections in November totaled nearly $2.4 billion, an increase of $22.4 million (0.9%) compared to the same month in FY 2025, when the state collected about $2.38 billion. For the fiscal year to date, Georgia’s net tax revenues reached nearly $13.28 billion, up $262.7 million (2.0%) from roughly $13.02 billion collected through November 2024.