Approval of Utility Service Boundaries for Tampa Electric and Duke Energy

Original title: Florida Public Service Commission Memorandum, dated April 23, 2026, Docket No. 20260013-EU - Joint petition for approval of territorial agreement in Hillsborough, Pasco, Pinellas, and Polk Counties, by Tampa Electric Company and Duke Energy Florida, LLC.

Record date · May 19, 2026

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What This Bill Does

The Florida Public Service Commission has approved a joint agreement between Tampa Electric Company and Duke Energy Florida to define their specific service territories across four Florida counties. This agreement establishes which utility provider is responsible for serving customers in designated areas within Hillsborough, Pasco, Pinellas, and Polk Counties.

Why it matters

This agreement determines which utility company is authorized to provide electricity to specific properties in the affected counties, effectively preventing service overlap and competition in those designated zones.

Who It Affects

Groups the bill's text affects, as described in the record. Being affected is not a position for or against it.

Directly affected

Tampa Electric Company customers

Customers are located within the defined service territory established by the agreement.

Directly affected

Duke Energy Florida customers

Customers are located within the defined service territory established by the agreement.

Key Facts

The Florida Public Service Commission approved a joint territorial agreement between Tampa Electric Company and Duke Energy Florida.
The agreement covers service boundaries in Hillsborough, Pasco, Pinellas, and Polk Counties.
The petition was filed under Docket No. 20260013-EU.
The document was filed with the Clerk of the Circuit Court on April 30, 2026.

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The memorandum is dated April 23, 2026.
The file reference number for this item is 26-0764A.

Frequently Asked Questions

Will my electricity provider change because of this agreement?

s typically define service boundaries to prevent overlap; if you are already receiving service from one of these providers, this agreement generally formalizes existing service areas rather than mandating a change in provider for current customers.

What is the purpose of a territorial agreement?

These agreements are used by utility companies to establish exclusive service areas, which prevents the duplication of infrastructure and clarifies which company is responsible for providing service to specific geographic locations.

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