Essential CEO not worried about Pa. governor's concerns over American Water merger
By Curtis Eichelberger ( May 7, 2026, 16:22 GMT | Insight) -- Essential Utilities Chief Executive Christopher Franklin told investors the company is addressing concerns about rate hikes with Pennsylvania Governor Josh Shapiro’s office, but he doesn’t expect it to impact the state Public Utility Commission’s review of the company's proposed merger with American Water.Essential Utilities Chief Executive Christopher Franklin told investors the company is addressing concerns about rate hikes with Pennsylvania Governor Josh Shapiro’s office, but he doesn’t expect it to impact the Public Utility Commission’s review of the company's proposed merger with American Water....
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