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MS HB809

Bill

Official Source

Status

Passed

3/22/2023

Primary Sponsor

Scott Bounds

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Origin

House of Representatives

2023 Regular Session

AI Summary

  • Removes the requirement that the Public Service Commission submit a list of qualified candidates to the Governor for the position of Executive Director of the Public Utilities Staff
  • Grants the Governor direct authority to appoint the Executive Director with Senate advice and consent, without PSC nomination
  • Maintains the six-year term length and the provision that the Executive Director serves at the pleasure of the Governor
  • Retains educational and experience requirements for the position including a bachelor's degree and extensive managerial experience in utility economics and rate construction
  • Takes effect July 1, 2023

Legislative Description

Executive Director of Public Utilities Staff; remove Public Service Commission from the process of appointing.

Last Action

Approved by Governor

3/22/2023

Committee Referrals

Accountability, Efficiency, Transparency2/13/2023
Public Utilities1/16/2023

Full Bill Text

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