Apollo/Lumen Cleared in La., Recommended in Pa.
Louisiana commissioners quickly and unanimously supported Apollo buying Lumen ILEC assets, at a livestreamed meeting Wednesday. The Louisiana Public Service Commission adopted a March 14 staff recommendation in docket S-36166 that said the deal “will serve the public interest while…
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at the same time having no negative impact on the ratepayers or the Commission’s jurisdiction.” The Pennsylvania Public Utility Commission sought comments Tuesday on a proposed decision approving Apollo/Lumen. Exceptions are due April 18, with replies due April 28, in docket A-2021-3028668. Administrative Law Judge Marta Guhl’s proposal would approve a settlement made by the companies with consumer and small business advocates that includes fiber build and rate commitments (see 2202240043). “It is the Commission’s policy to encourage settlements,” wrote Guhl. “The Settlement represents a mutually acceptable and reasonable compromise,” and “provides substantial affirmative benefits and is in the public interest.” The deal still needs approvals from the FCC, New Jersey and Virginia. A Virginia State Corporation Commission spokesperson emailed, "A final order is expected to be issued by the commissioners in a few months." Lumen declined to comment.