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Recognizes managers at any level of an APPA member utility, joint action agency, or state or regional association who bring their organizations to new levels of excellence, lead by example, and inspire their employees and staff to improve processes, services, and operations. Beckhusen, Paul
This award is named for Alan H. Richardson, who served the American Public Power Association for 30 years—12 as president & CEO—and retired at the end of 2007. It recognizes public power leaders who work successfully and tirelessly on APPA's behalf forging consensus on national issues that achieve
Wildfire Mitigation and Response (PDF) Summary The American Public Power Association recognizes the growing threat of wildfires nationwide as a multifaceted issue that affects public power utilities and supports federal programs for wildfire mitigation, suppression, and research. APPA supports
Call for RP3 Safety Representative Nominations APPA is seeking to fill a Safety Representative position on the RP3 Panel. To nominate yourself or someone for this position, please complete this nomination form by Friday, August 8, 2025. More information on the RP3 program is available on the RP3
Issue Briefs The American Public Power Association’s policy positions are reflected in the issue briefs listed below on various topics, as well as in resolutions approved annually by members. APPA also acts on members’ behalf through regulatory comments and filings with various federal
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Across the nation, approximately 2,000 public power utilities provide electricity to more than 55 million people. Public power serves 49 states — all except Hawaii — and the territories of American Samoa, Guam, Northern Mariana Islands, Puerto Rico, and the U.S. Virgin Islands. Of the nation’s
The Policy Makers Council is comprised of governing officials from public power utilities, including mayors, city council members, and elected or appointed board members. The PMC meets twice a year in Washington, D.C., during the APPA Legislative Rally in February/March and at a separate PMC-only
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