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Shopping around for power: Bill aims to break up electric utilities
- Missouri lawmakers are considering a bill to introduce more competition in the energy market.
- The bill would explore how to break up large electric utilities to foster competition.
- Supporters say competition is foundational to capitalism and consumer choice.
- The debate touches on reliability and infrastructure as utilities consider restructuring.
- The proposal has emerged from Missouri's ongoing energy policy discussions.
- Supporters say the move could lower prices for consumers.
- Opponents warn about potential trade-offs in reliability and infrastructure.
- The article frames the issue within Missouri's broader energy policy context.
- Lawmakers from both parties are weighing potential benefits and risks.
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