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Public gas utilities tell House panel that derivatives and market transparency protect customers

2772155 · March 26, 2025
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Representatives of municipal gas utilities said derivatives markets are a key risk‑management tool that keep energy prices stable for communities, and they urged continued CFTC oversight and transparency.

WASHINGTON — Dave Shriver, president and CEO of the American Public Gas Association, told the House Agriculture Committee that community‑owned gas systems use derivatives to manage price spikes and protect consumers, and that the CFTC’s oversight helps ensure fair, transparent markets.

APGA represents “approximately 1,000 communities…

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