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Lawmakers fast-tracked a bill that advocates worry give utilities more power and puts consumers at risk for higher bills.

Duke Energy hopes to get an Indiana Supreme Court case overturned in light of a new state law. The utility filed a petition for a rehearing in front of an appeals court last week — one day after the bill was signed by the governor. Consumer advocates are calling the law a “bailout,” but it’s

Environmental activists decried the legislative process for two bills Thursday, saying they clearly benefited some of the state’s most powerful while harming the average Hoosier.

Supporters maintain the bill will keep Indiana from relying too heavily on natural gas. Some energy advocates are more hesitant, however, expressing concern that the measure could slow the state’s transition to cleaner energy sources.

The General Assembly heard two proposed bills on carbon capture that proponents say will reduce emissions and others argue poses risks.