Georgia PSC Races Head to Voters as Early Voting Ends

Overview

• The special election for two Public Service Commission seats reaches its final early voting day, with Election Day set for Nov. 4.
• District 2 features Republican incumbent Tim Echols versus Democrat Alicia Johnson, while District 3 pits Republican incumbent Fitz Johnson against Democrat Peter Hubbard.
• The commission approved six increases in three years, adding about $43 per month to typical household bills, after which it voted to freeze base rates for three years with future fuel and storm adjustments still possible.
• Republican incumbents emphasize reliability through fossil-fuel capacity, including new gas turbines and extended coal operations, as Democrats campaign for renewable energy, storage, and demand management.
• Unusual mobilization is underway, with the DNC investing in outreach, Republicans rallying to defend the board, and faith groups sending hundreds of thousands of voting reminders focused on affordability and energy choices.