The National Telecommunications and Information Administration (NTIA) released a Restructuring Policy Notice for the federal Broadband Equity Access and Development (BEAD) Program on June 6, 2025. The Policy Notice made several key changes to the BEAD program, including adopting a …Read More.
IEC Update
INDIANA SENDS 61 YOUTH TO VISIT WASHINGTON, D.C.
Indiana’s electric cooperatives are sponsoring 61 students on the 2025 Indiana Youth Tour June 15-22. Youth Tour provides young Hoosiers the opportunity to visit the nation’s capital, learn about government, experience American history and gain a better understanding about their …Read More.
Building on 90 years of cooperative advocacy
John Cassady, CEO As we continue to celebrate the 90th anniversary of Indiana Electric Cooperatives, we should take a moment to reflect on our rich history while we identify ways to build on the cooperative legacy together. When IEC was …Read More.
New IEC employees
Jennifer Fedor Human Resources Manager Indiana Electric Cooperatives (IEC) named Jennifer Fedor as its human resources manager. Fedor will play a key role in fostering an exceptional employee experience for both our staff and new recruits, while also serving as …Read More.
2025 Indiana General Assembly adjourns
The 2025 Indiana General Assembly session concluded with several impactful bills passed and signed by the governor, many of which IEC actively shaped to support cooperative interests. Below is a summary of key legislative outcomes: House Enrolled Act 1007 – Energy …Read More.
Indiana Electric Cooperative leaders convene on Capitol Hill
Leaders briefed on issues and communicate electric cooperative priorities Leaders from Indiana’s electric cooperatives were in Washington, D.C., last month during the National Rural Electric Cooperative Association (NRECA) Legislative Conference to meet with members of Indiana’s Congressional delegation about issues …Read More.
IEC hosts hazard awareness workshop for NineStar contractors
Indiana Electric Cooperatives hosted an electrical hazard awareness workshop for NineStar Connect contractors. Jon Elkins, vice president of safety, training and compliance, and Adam Lock, safety and risk management instructor, led the program focused on underground residential distribution for 21 …Read More.
New IEC Employees
Joseph GufredaSystems Administrator Joseph Gufreda joined IEC March 10 as IEC’s systems administrator. He will oversee IEC’s technical operations, including identifying technology needs, implementing updates and improvements to current software and systems and ensuring employees’ technical issues are resolved efficiently. …Read More.
Interim energy committee examines reliability
Indiana legislative leaders have undertaken various approaches to make sure Indiana remains a state with reliable electricity across all types of utilities. Over the past few months, the utility committee leaders have convened small group meetings with key industry stakeholders …Read More.
Mutual Aid Efforts in September and October
Indiana electric cooperatives stepped up to provide critical mutual aid both nationally and within the state following the recent severe weather events. For Hurricane Helene recovery, crews from 12 Indiana cooperatives have been in Georgia assisting Cobb EMC and Jefferson …Read More.