Advocates applaud introduction of new legislation to increase public participation in Tennessee Valley Authority planning process
“TVA is a monopoly utility that's making critical decisions that impact our lives for decades to come. It is important that those decisions are informed by accurate information and the will of the people. This bill clarifies the need for transparency and accountability to the public in TVA's long-term planning process. Since TVA cannot be held accountable through state regulators, this bill addresses this accountability gap and holds TVA responsible for serving the people of the Tennessee Valley rather than their profits.”