Bill > HB5574

This bill aims to increase transparency and accountability for the Public Service Commission (PSC), a state agency that regulates utility companies, by shifting its focus towards ensuring affordable utility rates and upholding ethical standards in its decision-making. Key provisions include redefining what is considered in the "public interest" to give greater weight to the affordability of electricity rates, requiring commissioners to publish their annual financial statements online, and mandating that commissioners post a bond upon appointment to ensure their faithful performance of duties. The bill also extends the application of the State Code of Judicial Ethics to the PSC commissioners to ensure impartiality and includes language about considering various energy sources for electricity generation and modernizing the electric grid. Additionally, it repeals outdated provisions related to the PSC's reorganization and clarifies that meetings where decisions are made are exempt from certain open meeting requirements.

Transportation and Infrastructure

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