Statement from Governor Gregoire on Merger of Puget Sound Energy

For Immediate Release: October 26, 2007

OLYMPIA � Governor Chris Gregoire today responded to the merger of Puget Sound Energy.

�Puget Sound Energy has a long record of being a good corporate citizen and providing Washington with an essential public service. I believe the company will continue to reflect our communities' values and will be able to invest in meeting the energy needs of Washingtonians.�

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