HB 1029 Summary

• Authorizes the Public Utilities Commission to accept electronic filing of documents (applications, complaints, pleadings, briefs, motions, exhibits, etc.) by no later than July 1, 2011, with one electronic copy required instead of originals.

• Establishes specific formatting requirements for paper and electronic documents including single-sided printing, clipping instead of stapling, labeled separator pages, and electronic file naming conventions using filing party name, docket number, date, and document title.

• Permits electronic signatures on documents submitted electronically, with Chapter 489E (Uniform Electronic Transactions Act) applying to all electronic filings.

• Authorizes service of commission orders and official documents via certified mail, registered mail, or electronic transmission to parties' last recorded mailing or electronic mail addresses on file.

• Expands electronic filing and service provisions to motor carriers under Chapter 271 and water carriers under Chapter 271G, including allowing electronic submission of hearing requests and citations.