DC Court of Appeals Vacates Pepco’s Multiyear Rate Plan: What the Decision Means for Utility Oversight

The recent DC Court of Appeals decision to vacate and remand Pepco’s 2024–2026 Multiyear Rate Plan marks a major development in the District’s utility regulatory landscape. The ruling not only overturns the Commission’s prior approval but also directs a trial‑type evidentiary hearing—an important affirmation of transparency and rigorous review in rate‑setting proceedings.

Join us for a timely briefing that will unpack the court’s decision, explore its implications for consumers and utilities, and outline what to expect as the case returns to the Commission. Our utilities team will walk through the key findings, discuss next steps, and answer member questions as we collectively prepare for the next phase of this process.