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CA AB2181

Bill

Status

Introduced

2/19/2026

Primary Sponsor

Cottie Petrie-Norris

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Origin

State Assembly

2025-2026 Regular Session

AI Summary

  • Requires the Governor to ensure diverse composition when appointing members to the California Public Utilities Commission
  • Mandates consideration of geographic diversity, including representation of both rural and urban residents, among appointment factors
  • Amends Section 301 of the Public Utilities Code to add these new appointment criteria
  • The Public Utilities Commission consists of 5 members appointed by the Governor and approved by the Senate
  • Introduced by Assembly Member Petrie-Norris on February 19, 2026

Legislative Description

Public Utilities Commission.

Last Action

Referred to Com. on U. & E.

3/2/2026

Committee Referrals

Utilities and Energy3/2/2026

Full Bill Text

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