Descriptions for Figures in Electric Power Industry Restructuring Fact SheetFigure 2. State Status of Restructuring as of February 2001 This map shows the status of electric power industry restructuring in each State. As of March 2001, 24 States and the District of Columbia have enacted legislation or issued regulatory orders that will allow retail direct access to competitive electricity suppliers. Eighteen States are actively investigating restructuring, and eight States are currently not undertaking any activities toward restructuring. |