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State's Crowded Electricity Market Often Masks Prices

State regulators say it all the time: Texas' competitive electricity market benefits customers by letting them shop for the best prices. But in many parts of the state, the complex market has left consumers paying more than they should be.

by Dave Fehling, Houston Public Media

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Credit: Kevin Dooley

State regulators say it all the time: Texas' competitive electricity market benefits customers by letting them shop for the best prices. But in many parts of the state, the complex market has left consumers paying more than they should be. Read the full story at StateImpact Texas.

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Dave Fehling

HOUSTON PUBLIC MEDIA