Hawaii HB978 grants the Public Utilities Commission authority to appoint a receiver for electric utilities facing service disruptions.
Hawaii HB978 amends Hawaii Revised Statutes to empower the Public Utilities Commission to appoint a receiver for investor-owned electric utilities that fail to provide adequate service or pose a serious threat to health and safety. The receiver can manage utility assets and records to restore service. The bill also appropriates funds for the commission to cover costs related to appointing a receiver. The goal is to ensure continued reliable electric services and protect public health and welfare.
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