In this chapter of the proposed decision, the ALJ addressed Line 401 general rate case disputes for which a record was developed before the settling parties signed the Gas Accord. Our approval of the Gas Accord obviates further consideration of these conventional rate case issues: market-based rates for as-available service; recourse rates; straight fixed variable rate options; load factor used in rate calculations; posted discount offers; revenue shortfalls caused by discounting; social and transition costs for direct connection customers; interim RPCA procedures; filing of contracts; backhaul service; and minimum bids.
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