### Question
How does PUBLIC UTILITY HOLDING COMPANIES define retail rates and charges?


### Answer
Under *15 U.S.C. § 79z*, **retail rates and charges** is defined as:

> rates and charges for the sale of electric energy directly to consumers

#### Citation:
  - *15 U.S.C. § 79z*
  - Heading: **CHAPTER 2C-PUBLIC UTILITY HOLDING COMPANIES**

