Rising Utility Bills (1978)
Louisiana: The State We're In

Details
Collection:LPB
Genre: Newsmagazine
Place Covered: Louisiana
Copyright Holder: Louisiana Educational Television Authority
Date Issued: 1978-02-24
Duration: 00:10:22
Subjects: Public utilities | Gulf States Utilities | Louisiana Power & Light Company | Southwestern Electric Power Company | Louisiana Public Service Commission
Contributors:
- George, Beth Host
- DeMers, John Reporter
- Benedetto, Bill Interviewee
- Wyatt, Jack Speaker
- Stall, Lamar Speaker
- Irving, Steve Interviewee
Description
This segment from the February 24, 1978, episode of “Louisiana: The State We’re In” features a Viewpoint report on rising utility bills. The report also focuses on the battle between utility companies, like Gulf States Utilities, Louisiana Power and Light, and Southwestern Electric Power Company (SWEPCO), and the Louisiana Public Service Commission over rate increases in order for the utility companies to pay for new construction projects. Host: Beth George