Bobby Rush actually said...

Many consumer advocacy groups believe that the RTOs are too beholden to the utilities than they are trying to administrate.

It is important to understand that consumers are also driving many of the trends we see taking place in the electricity market.

I must also note, Mr. Chairman, that we are holding this hearing in the midst of National Clean Energy Week.

I want to thank you for holding this important hearing today, Examining Technology's Role in Empowering Consumers.