HB 2769
Relating to the members of the Public Service Commission
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- Passed House of Delegates
- Passed Senate
- To Governor
- Became Law
Bill overview
This bill aims to reform the West Virginia Public Service Commission by making its members elected in non-partisan elections, establishing a staggered appointment system, and revising duties and removal processes. It also introduces a mechanism for customers to provide input on utility rate increases and creates a process for notice and comment. Furthermore, the bill increases the discount rate for utility costs for low-income residents.
Key provisions
- Commission members will be elected in non-partisan elections.
- Appointments to the Commission will be staggered.
- Establishes a process for removing Commission members and employees through judicial action.
- Requires electronic access for certain public hearings.
- Creates a process for customers to provide notice and comment on proposed utility rate increases.
- Increases the discount rate for utility costs for low-income persons.
- Revises provisions relating to the Commission’s duties and employee removal.
- Allows for a mechanism to address financial hardship caused by high utility costs.
Who is affected
- West Virginia residents
- Public Service Commission members
- Utility customers
- Low-income residents
- Electric and gas utility companies
Notable changes
- Eliminates partisan selection of Commission members.
- Introduces a judicial process for removing Commission members and employees.
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