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Electric bill prices and AI loom over Georgia race

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Two seats on the Georgia Public Service Commission, which regulates electricity rates and new power plant projects, are up for grabs for the first time in five years.

Breakdown
  • Two seats on Georgia's Public Service Commission, which regulates electricity rates, are up for election for the first time in five years. 5s
  • Rising electricity demand from AI data centers is a major issue, with such centers now using about 6% of Georgia's power. 1m 18s
  • Republicans support continued data center growth, while Democrats want to shift more costs onto large companies to reduce residents' bills. 1m 49s
  • Democrats are focusing on single policy issues like utility bills and are refining their campaign strategies ahead of future elections. 2m 18s
  • The election outcome will directly affect Georgians' utility bills, with both parties viewing the race as an opportunity to address voter concerns over rising costs. 3m 56s
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