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Avista wants to raise electricity and gas rates by 2027, with monthly bills jumping $17.21 and $4.14 respectively — but the Washington Attorney General’s office is fighting back, claiming the hikes are too steep and could save customers $626 million while still letting Avista profit. The AG also argues that CEO bonuses like last year’s $5 million should come from shareholder profits, not customer bills. A virtual public hearing is set for August 27, giving residents a chance to weigh in before the commission makes a decision by December 2026.

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