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Utilities' Phony "Wildfire Victims First" Coalition Trots Out Utility-Paid Spokespeople to Push Wildfire Bailout, Says Consumer Watchdog

US · 2026-08-14

Key takeaway

Utility-funded coalition advocates for bailout in Sacramento.

  1. Step 1 · The triggerUtility-funded coalition advocates for bailout.
  2. Step 2 · Knock-onConsumer watchdog highlights ethical concerns about utility influence.
  3. Step 3 · Knock-onPotential approval of bailout leads to financial relief for utilities.
  4. Step 4 · Reaches youIncreased utility rates for consumers as companies pass costs down.

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Source: PR Newswire

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