American Water, Essential Utilities file non-unanimous settlement with PaPUC for merger

Essential Utilities, Inc.

On Sept 15, 2026, American Water and Essential Utilities filed a joint non-unanimous settlement with PaPUC for the proposed merger.
Settlement joined by Bureau of Investigation and Enforcement, Office of Consumer Advocate, Small Business Advocate, and others; some parties did not join.
PaPUC ALJs will review settlement and issue a Recommended Decision; final approval rests with PaPUC.
Merger announced Oct 26, 2025; Essential Utilities to become wholly owned subsidiary of American Water.

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