APS is requesting a 14% electricity rate hike, its fourth since 2017, despite reporting $616 million in profit in 2025.

AG Kris Mayes filed testimony showing the increase could be reduced to 3%. The ACC final hearing is May 18. Submit public comment via the ACC e-filing portal now.

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This week's Arizona activism roundup is out. Two rallies Monday at the Arizona Corporation Commission opposing APS's proposed 14% electricity rate increase; its fourth hike since 2017.

Also this week: a free school immigration safety training following an ICE arrest outside a North Phoenix elementary school, Tempe election day, and the CD5 Congressional candidate forum in Gilbert.

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Sunburnt & Stubborn: Arizona's Weekly Activism Roundup | May 18-24, 2026

Welcome to Arizona Advocacy Hub - your weekly roundup of civic events, action alerts, and ways to get involved across Arizona! Two things to flag right away this week: Monday is a big day at the Arizona Corporation Commission, with two separate rallies opposing APS's proposed 14% electricity rate increase:

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