South Dakota Public Utilities Commission Explained

Agency Name:South Dakota Public Utilities Commission
Jurisdiction:South Dakota
Headquarters:Pierre, South Dakota
Budget:$4,141,534(2011)
Chief1 Name:Gary W. Hanson[1]
Chief1 Position:Vice Chairman
Chief2 Name:Chris Nelson
Chief2 Position:Commissioner
Chief3 Name:Kristie Fiegen
Chief3 Position:PUC Chairman
Parent Agency:State of South Dakota
Website:http://puc.sd.gov/

The South Dakota Public Utilities Commission (PUC) regulates the energy, Telecommunications and grain warehouse companies located in South Dakota. The PUC keeps track of the Do Not Call Registry. Commissioners are elected to six-year terms in staggered elections, with special elections should vacancies arise.

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Notes and References

  1. News: Mercer. Bob. PUC's Gary Hanson says he'll run for re-election. January 6, 2014. Rapid City Journal. January 2, 2014.