HB5187 amends the Public Service Commission's structure, making members elected, not appointed, and increasing utility discounts for low-income.

HB5187 revises the Public Service Commission's structure by making its members elected, not appointed, and requiring them to be non-partisan. It mandates staggered terms for initial election and prohibits commissioners from being members of the same political party. The bill also increases the discount rate for utility costs for low-income customers receiving certain assistance programs.

HB5187 amends the Public Service Commission's structure, making members elected, not appointed, and increasing utility discounts for low-income.

HB5187 revises the Public Service Commission's structure by making its members elected, not appointed, and requiring them to be non-partisan. It mandates staggered terms for initial election and prohibits commissioners from being members of the same political party. The bill also increases the discount rate for utility costs for low-income customers receiving certain assistance programs.