HB5187Introduced in the House of Delegates
Relating to the members of the Public Service Commission
Introduced by Mike Pushkin, District 54
What does this bill do?
Plain-English breakdown
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Official description
The purpose of this bill is to create greater accountability and public input in the operations of the Public Service Commission; to remove the appointment process so Commission members are elected by non-partisan elections; revising the removal process in commission to allow citizens to initiate removal for malfeasance and conflicts of interest; providing for reduced rates for qualifying low-income customers; and providing an accessible and more transparent method for consumers to participate in the utility ratemaking process.
Where it stands
To House Energy and Public Works
February 4, 2026
How did lawmakers vote?
No recorded vote is available for this bill yet.
What do people think?
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Bill history
Filed for introduction
To Energy and Public Works then Judiciary
Introduced in House
To House Energy and Public Works
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