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- Introduced
- Passed Assembly
- Passed Senate
- To Governor
- Became Law
Overview
This bill updates the Public Utilities Commission’s (PUC) ethics policies and procedures. It requires the PUC to create a public online portal or email address for reporting ethics concerns. Additionally, it restricts former staff members of the Public Advocate’s Office from working on matters they previously participated in while employed by that office, specifically prohibiting them from working on proceedings where they previously filed or sponsored testimony.
Key provisions
- Requires the PUC to establish an online portal or email address for reporting ethics concerns.
- Prohibits former Public Advocate’s Office staff from working on matters they previously participated in.
- Specifies that this prohibition applies to proceedings where the staff member previously filed or sponsored testimony.
- Maintains confidentiality for commissioner and employee identities when reporting ethics concerns.
- Mandates enhanced ethics training for all PUC commissioners and employees.
Who is affected
- Public Utilities Commission (PUC) Commissioners and Employees
- Former employees of the Public Advocate’s Office of the PUC
- Public utility customers and subscribers
Notable changes
- Creates a new mechanism for public reporting of ethics concerns.
- Adds a restriction on former Public Advocate’s Office staff regarding ongoing PUC proceedings.
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