State Utility Commissions

State Utility Commissions are government agencies that regulate essential services like electricity, gas, water, and telecommunications within a state. Their primary role is to ensure these utilities provide safe, reliable, and reasonably priced services. They set rates, oversee service quality, and enforce safety standards, balancing the interests of utility companies and consumers. By doing so, they aim to protect consumers from unfair practices while encouraging efficient and sustainable utility operations. Essentially, they serve as an oversight body to promote fair, affordable, and reliable utility services for residents and businesses.