HB 2896
Requiring the three Commissioners of the State Public Service Commission to be elected positions
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Bill overview
This bill proposes to change the way the Commissioners of the West Virginia Public Service Commission are selected. Currently, these commissioners are appointed by the Governor. This bill would require that three commissioners be elected to the Public Service Commission by the voters of West Virginia, beginning in the 2026 election. The bill also outlines procedures for filling vacancies in the commissioner positions and establishes requirements for those serving on the commission.
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