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Power Shortage Triggers Moratorium Talks Across States
The threat of winter fuel and power shortages spurs several states to call for a moratorium on utility advertising to attract new customers. Utilities vary in response with some cutting back while others press on. Oregon faces continued promotion despite warnings. Michigan weighs curbs as Consumers Power trims nearly $1 million in ads while Michigan Consolidated Gas defends messaging. Illinois restricts new commercial and industrial service but guarantees residential supply amid shortages.
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Washington
Associated Press
Federal Power Commission
Oregon Public Utility Commission
Public Utility
Sam Haley
Oregon Gas Land Electric Utilities
Haley
Michigan
Public Service Commission
Willis Ward
Gas and Electric
Consumers Power Co
Michigan Consolidated Gas Co
Michigan Consolidated
Ilinois
Chicago
Ilinois Commerce Commission