Compilation of Rules and Regulations of the State of Georgia Department 515 - RULES OF GEORGIA PUBLIC SERVICE COMMISSION

Here is a summary of the Georgia Public Service Commission Rules from Department 515 of the Compilation of Rules and Regulations of the State of Georgia:

Department 515 - Rules of Georgia Public Service Commission (PSC)

The Georgia Public Service Commission (PSC) regulates utilities and certain transportation services to ensure fair and reasonable rates, safety, and reliability.

Major Areas Covered in Department 515:

Telecommunications (Chapter 515-2)

Service quality standards, complaint handling, billing, and service disconnection.

Certification and regulation of telecommunications providers.

Universal Access Fund administration.

Electric Utilities (Chapter 515-3)

Regulation of investor-owned electric utilities (e.g., Georgia Power).

Rules on rate filings, fuel cost adjustments, and resource planning.

Standards for service reliability and safety.

Natural Gas (Chapter 515-7)

Oversight of natural gas marketers and pipelines.

Licensing, billing practices, and customer service standards.

Provisions for price regulation and consumer protection.

Transportation (Chapters 515-16 to 515-18)

Regulations for motor carriers, including household goods movers and passenger carriers.

Licensing, insurance, tariffs, and complaint resolution.

Pipeline Safety (Chapter 515-9)

Enforcement of federal and state safety standards for natural gas pipelines.

Inspection, incident reporting, and compliance.

Utility Finance and Accounting (Chapter 515-4)

Uniform system of accounts and financial reporting requirements.

Auditing and investigation procedures.

Energy Efficiency and Demand-Side Management

Oversight of energy conservation programs.

Rules guiding utility incentives and cost recovery.

General Commission Procedures (Chapter 515-1)

Rules of practice and procedure, including:

Filing of documents.

Hearings and appeals.

Intervention rights.

Notice and publication requirements.

 

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