Tucson Voters to Decide on TEP Franchise Agreement Extension
Tucson voters will decide on Proposition 421 in November, a ballot measure proposing to extend Tucson Electric Power's (TEP) 25-year franchise agreement with the City of Tucson for another 25 years, and to enact an energy collaboration agreement for infrastructure…
Tucson, AZ, October 7, 2026 — In November, the city of Tucson will present voters with Proposition 421, a ballot measure that could extend the existing franchise agreement between Tucson Electric Power (TEP) and the City of Tucson for an additional 25 years. The current 25-year agreement is set to expire, and the proposition seeks to renew this arrangement.
Beyond the extension of the franchise agreement, Proposition 421 also proposes the establishment of an energy collaboration agreement. This agreement is intended to facilitate joint efforts on infrastructure development and sustainability projects within the city.
The measure requires voter approval to move forward. If passed, it would solidify the operational framework between TEP and the city for a further quarter-century, while also outlining a path for cooperative initiatives aimed at enhancing the city’s energy infrastructure and promoting sustainability.
Details regarding the specific infrastructure and sustainability projects envisioned under the proposed energy collaboration agreement were not provided in the summary. The exact terms and conditions of the extended franchise agreement, beyond its duration, were also not elaborated upon.
Tucson voters will have the opportunity to cast their ballots on Proposition 421 during the upcoming November election. The outcome will determine the future relationship between TEP and the City of Tucson regarding power services and collaborative energy initiatives.
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