Xcel utility bill saga culminates in new consumer protection law

DENVER — After Xcel Energy recorded profits this year and Coloradans saw sky-high bills, scrutiny of utility companies led to the signing of a new law meant to protect customer interests, and their wallets. 

A utilities bill signed into law on Thursday limits costs utilities like Xcel can pass on to their customers. It’s the end result of a Joint Select Committee established to investigate high utility rates and legislative solutions, headed by Democratic state Senator Steven Fenberg.

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