Madison utility customers to get one-time refunds
The Public Service Commission said it approved a $5.7 million refund for MG&E customers.
Commission chairman Eric Callisto said the refund was driven by a drop in fuel costs.
The commission said average MG&E customers will receive a refund of about $12.60 on their April electric bills.
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