Walker & Baldwin encourage public to attend energy affordability listening sessions

Submitted

Baldwin

Walker

State Sens. Kyle Walker (R-Lawrence) and Scott Baldwin (R-Noblesville) encourage Hamilton County residents attend one of 10 state-wide listening sessions hosted by the Indiana Utility Regulatory Commission to share the impacts of energy prices.

On Thursday, April 9, a listening session will be held in the Council Chambers at Noblesville City Hall, 16 S. 10th St., and on Monday, April 20, a session will be held in Ivy Tech Conference Center’s Ballroom 212, 2820 N. Meridian St., Indianapolis. Both will take place from 6 to 8 p.m.

“Hoosiers are concerned about the rising cost of their utilities, and these events give Hoosiers the opportunity to express those concerns,” Walker said. “I appreciate the IURC for hosting these events and seeking input from Hoosiers to address this critical issue.”

“It is crucial to hear from Hoosiers facing rising utility costs, and I am glad to see the IURC taking steps to get public input,” Baldwin said. “Listening sessions like these are a great way to share your concerns, and I would encourage anyone interested in attending the event to go.”

During the 2026 legislative session, both Walker and Baldwin supported House Enrolled Act 1002, which overhauls Indiana’s ratemaking process for electric utilities to promote affordability, predictable monthly bills and reliable service. The legislation switches Indiana to a performance-based ratemaking model, requiring utility companies to meet certain affordability and reliability goals in order to collect their full return on investment.

Both state senators encourage constituents to contact them with any questions or comments.

• Walker be reached by filling out a “Contact Me” form online or by calling (800) 382-9467.
• Baldwin can be reached by filling out a “Contact Me” form online or by calling (800) 382-9467.