Approval of PSO Rate Agreement Supports Efforts to Strengthen and Modernize Oklahoma's Power Grid

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Tulsa, OK – The Oklahoma Corporation Commission (OCC) has approved a settlement in Public Service Company of Oklahoma’s (PSO) rate review, paving the way for continued efforts to enhance the safety, reliability, and modernization of Oklahoma's power grid. This decision aims to improve grid resilience and reduce the frequency and duration of power outages.

PSO, which serves nearly 575,000 customers across eastern, western, and southwestern Oklahoma, including 232 communities, has emphasized the importance of adapting to increasing energy demands and weather-related challenges.

With this approval, we are better positioned to invest in infrastructure that can meet current needs and prepare for future energy demands,” said Leigh Anne Strahler, PSO President and Chief Operating Officer.

The approved settlement does not affect interim rates implemented on October 23, 2024. At that time, a typical residential customer using 1,100 kilowatt-hours per month experienced a $12 monthly increase. However, overall residential bills saw a net decrease due to a reduction of $16.93 per month, which began in November 2024 as a result of lower fuel costs.

PSO continues to prioritize investments in energy delivery to ensure safe, reliable, and affordable electricity for all its customers in Oklahoma.

For details about PSO’s projects and the approved rates, visit [psoklahoma.com/ratereview](http://www.psoklahoma.com/ratereview).

About PSO

PSO, a division of American Electric Power (Nasdaq: AEP), provides electric service to nearly 575,000 customer accounts in eastern, western, and southwestern Oklahoma. Based in Tulsa, PSO manages approximately 4,400 megawatts of generation capacity, including wind and natural gas resources. With more than 20,000 miles of distribution lines and 3,800 miles of transmission lines, PSO is one of Oklahoma's largest providers of wind energy. In January 2025, PSO received the Edison Electric Institute's Emergency Response Award for its service efforts.

Stay connected at [PSOklahoma.com](http://www.PSOklahoma.com) and follow PSO on Facebook, X (formerly Twitter), NextDoor, and Instagram @PSOklahoma.

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