West Virginia House Bill 5187: Relating to the members of the Public Service Commission

West Virginia · 2026 Regular Session

What it does

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.

Latest action

To House Energy and Public Works (2026-02-04)

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