CA AB2289

Expands the definition of "public utility" to include corporations providing telecommunications services, placing them under California Public Utilities Commission (CPUC) jurisdiction and regulation

Narrows the definition of "telephone line" to apply only to infrastructure for voice communication by telephone, excluding non-voice telecommunications equipment

Requires the Governor to consider diversity factors when appointing CPUC commissioners, including geographic diversity, gender, professional experience in energy/telecommunications/transportation, and community/labor activism

Recodifies the CPUC's authority to establish its own procedures and allows designated commissioners to hold hearings or issue orders subject to commission approval, contingent on voter approval of ACA 9 (2025-26)

Creates a state-mandated local program by expanding crimes applicable to public utilities, though no state reimbursement is required under specified constitutional provisions