Michigan Public Service Commission

Michigan Public Service Commission

Headquarters in Lansing
Commission overview
Formed 1939 (1939)
Jurisdiction State of Michigan
Headquarters 7109 W. Saginaw Highway
Lansing MI
Commission executives
  • Sally A. Talberg, Chairman
  • Norman J. Saari, Commissioner
  • Rachael A. Eubanks, Commissioner
Parent department Michigan Department of Licensing and Regulatory Affairs
Website Official website

The Michigan Public Service Commission (MPSC) is a regulatory agency which regulates public utilities in the state of Michigan, including electric power, telecommunications, and natural gas services. The MPSC's headquarters are located in Lansing, Michigan.

Mission

The mission of the MPSC is to protect the public by ensuring safe, reliable, and accessible energy and telecommunications services at reasonable rates for Michigan's residents.[1]

Commissioners

The MPSC is composed of three members appointed by the Governor with the advice and consent of the Senate. Commissioners are appointed to serve staggered six-year terms. No more than two Commissioners may represent the same political party. One commissioner is designated as chairman by the Governor.

Sally A. Talberg was appointed by Governor Rick Snyder to serve on the MPSC on July 3, 2013, and as Chairman on January 4, 2016. Her term ends July 2, 2021.

Norman J. Saari was appointed by Governor Rick Snyder to serve on the MPSC on July 22, 2015. His term ends July 2, 2019.

Rachael A. Eubanks was appointed by Governor Rick Snyder to the Michigan Public Service Commission on August 1, 2016. Her term ends July 2, 2023.[2]

References

  1. ↑ MPSC - About the MPSC
  2. ↑ Members of The Commission
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