Federal Energy Regulatory Commission Issues Delegated Order in Tri-State Generation and Transmission Association Case

Strategic Insights -

The Federal Energy Regulatory Commission (FERC) has issued a delegated order in the case of Tri-State Generation and Transmission Association, Inc. (Tri-State) regarding a revised Facilities Management Agreement between Tri-State and Empire Electric Association, Inc. The agreement was filed on July 3, 2025, and was publicly noticed, with no protests or adverse comments filed. As a result, the agreement has been accepted for filing, effective September 1, 2025.

Key Takeaways:

  • The FERC has accepted for filing a revised Facilities Management Agreement between Tri-State and Empire Electric Association, Inc.
  • The agreement was filed on July 3, 2025, and was publicly noticed with no protests or adverse comments filed.
  • The agreement will become effective on September 1, 2025, as requested by Tri-State.
  • The delegated order does not constitute approval of any service, rate, charge, classification, or any rule, regulation, contract, or practice affecting such rate or service.
  • Requests for rehearing by the Commission may be filed within 30 days of the date of issuance of this order, pursuant to 18 C.F.R. § 385.713.

Statistics:

  • 1 revised Facilities Management Agreement filed between Tri-State and Empire Electric Association, Inc.
  • 1 public notice issued regarding the agreement.
  • 0 protests or adverse comments filed.
  • 30 days allowed for filing requests for rehearing by the Commission.

Sources:

  • Federal Energy Regulatory Commission (FERC)
  • 18 C.F.R. § 375.307, 18 C.F.R. § 385.214, and 18 C.F.R. § 385.713
  • Tri-State Generation and Transmission Association, Inc.
  • Empire Electric Association, Inc.
  • Amery S. Pore, Director, Division of Electric Power Regulation - West
  • Documents ER25-2780-000 and DLO.docx