Extension of Review Period for Virginia Natural Gas, Inc. Application

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The Virginia State Corporation Commission (VSCC) has issued an order extending the review period for the application submitted by Virginia Natural Gas, Inc. and AGL Services Company. The application, filed on June 24, 2025, seeks approval to amend their services agreement. Due to the complexity of the issues involved, the VSCC has decided to extend the review period by 30 days, up to September 22, 2025. This decision allows the Commission additional time to thoroughly review the application and make an informed decision.

Key Takeaways:

  • The VSCC has issued an order extending the review period for the application submitted by Virginia Natural Gas, Inc. and AGL Services Company.
  • The original filing date was June 24, 2025, and the Commission must act on the application within 60 days or it will be deemed approved.
  • The Commission may extend the review period for up to an additional 30 days, which was exercised in this case, extending the deadline to September 22, 2025.
  • The extension was granted due to the complexity of the issues presented in the application, requiring additional time for review.
  • The VSCC has docketed and assigned Case No. PUR-2025-00115 to this matter.
  • The order was issued on July 29, 2025, and a copy will be sent electronically to all persons on the official Sendee List in this matter.

Statistics:

  • The original filing date for the application was June 24, 2025.
  • The Commission must act on the application within 60 days of its filing, or it will be deemed approved.
  • The review period was extended by 30 days, up to September 22, 2025.
  • The total review period is now 90 days from the original filing date to September 22, 2025.

Sources:

  • Code of Virginia, Title 56, Chapter 4, Section 56-76 et seq.
  • Code of Virginia, Title 56, Chapter 4, Section 56-77
  • Order of the Virginia State Corporation Commission, Case No. PUR-2025-00115, dated July 29, 2025