HB 475·AL·house
Public Service Commission; number of commissioners expanded to represent congressional districts, phase-in by election provided, term of office revised, position of Secretary of Energy established as cabinet member, calculation of electric utility rates revised; rate hearings authorized
EnactedFiled Feb 19, 2026
Sponsor: Mack Butler (R)
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Enacted
Apr 3, 2026
Summary
The law increases the number of Public Service Commission members so each 2024 congressional district is represented, sets staggered two‑year and four‑year terms, and outlines a bipartisan appointment process. It also establishes a Secretary of Energy as a cabinet officer and changes how electric utility rates are calculated, allowing rate hearings. The changes take effect on June 1, 2024.
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