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PUC Seeks Comments on Corporate Federal Income Tax Rate Changes and the Effects on Commission-Regulated Public Utilities, Ratepayers HARRISBURG – In response to the federal Tax Cuts and Jobs Act (TCJA) signed into law by the President on Dec. 22, 2017, and effective Jan. 1, 2018, the Pennsylvania Public Utility Commission…	2/16/2018
PUC Chairman Brown Brings #UtilityCareers Campaign to Lancaster; Joins Thaddeus Stevens College & Utility Leaders to Highlight Impact & Importance of Utility Workforce LANCASTER – Pennsylvania Public Utility Commission (PUC) Chairman Gladys M. Brown today joined with leaders from the Thaddeus Stevens College of Technology, along with utilities from across t…	2/15/2018
ADVISORY – LANCASTER – THURSDAY – PUC Chairman Brown to Join Thaddeus Stevens College and Utility Leaders to Highlight Impact & Importance of Utility Workforce LANCASTER – Pennsylvania Public Utility Commission (PUC) Chairman Gladys M. Brown will hold a press conference at 11 a.m. on Thursday, Feb. 15, at Thaddeus Stevens College, in Lancaster, to h…	2/12/2018
PUC Proposes Increased Liability Insurance Limits for Motor Carriers Transporting Fewer than 16 Passengers HARRISBURG – In conjunction with ongoing efforts to address changes in the transportation industry, the Pennsylvania Public Utility Commission (PUC) issued a Proposed Rulemaking Order regardi…	2/9/2018
PA PUC Public Meeting Agenda for February 8, 2017 – TIME CHANGE at 1:00 PM Harrisburg, PA - The PUC will hold its regular public meeting on Thursday, February 8, 2018, at 1:00 p.m. in Hearing Room 1 on the second floor of the Commonwealth Keystone Building in Harrisburg.…	2/7/2018
PA PUC Public Meeting Agenda for January 18, 2018 Harrisburg, PA - The PUC will hold its regular public meeting on Thursday, January 18, 2018, at 10:00 a.m. in Hearing Room 1 on the second floor of the Commonwealth Keystone Building in Harrisburg.…	1/17/2018
PUC Seeking Nominations for Damage Prevention Committee; Key Element in Enhanced “PA One Call” Efforts to Safeguard Underground Utilities HARRISBURG – The Pennsylvania Public Utility Commission (PUC) is seeking nominations for individuals to serve on the PUC’s Damage Prevention Committee (DPC), which is a key element of n…	12/20/2017
PA PUC Public Meeting Agenda for December 21, 2017 Harrisburg, PA - The PUC will hold its regular public meeting on Thursday, December 21, 2017, at 10:00 a.m. in Hearing Room 1 on the second floor of the Commonwealth Keystone Building in Harrisburg…	12/20/2017
PA PUC Public Meeting Agenda for December 7, 2017 Harrisburg, PA - The PUC will hold its regular public meeting on Thursday, December 7, 2017, at 10:00 a.m. in Hearing Room 1 on the second floor of the Commonwealth Keystone Building in Harrisburg.…	12/6/2017
PUC Honored for Communications & Public Education Efforts HARRISBURG – The Pennsylvania Public Utility Commission (PUC) has received national recognition for creative marketing and communications, highlighting the Commission’s ongoing public e…	11/21/2017
PUC Chair Gladys Brown Named ‘2017 Government Lawyer of the Year’ by the Pennsylvania Bar Association HARRISBURG – Pennsylvania Public Utility Commission (PUC) Chairman Gladys M. Brown has been named the “2017 Government Lawyer of the Year” by the Pennsylvania Bar Association (PBA…	11/17/2017
Commissioners Welcome Norman Kennard to PUC, Thank Pennsylvania Senate for Confirmation HARRISBURG – The Pennsylvania Public Utility Commission (PUC) today welcomed Norman Kennard of Dauphin County to the Commission and thanked the Pennsylvania Senate for its support of hi…	11/14/2017
PUC Joins with Wolf Administration, State Agencies & Utilities to Highlight Impact & Importance of Veterans in the Utility Workforce PHILADELPHIA – Pennsylvania Public Utility Commission (PUC) Chairman Gladys M. Brown today joined with leaders from Gov. Tom Wolf’s Administration, including the Pennsylvania Department…	11/9/2017
PUC Emphasizes Importance of Utility Cyber & Physical Security During National Critical Infrastructure Security & Resilience Month HARRISBURG – The Pennsylvania Public Utility Commission (PUC) today recognized National Critical Infrastructure Security and Resilience Month, noting the importance of safeguarding Pennsylvan…	11/8/2017
PA PUC Public Meeting Agenda for November 8, 2017 Harrisburg, PA - The PUC will hold its regular public meeting on WEDNESDAY, November 8, 2017, at 10:00 a.m. in Hearing Room 1 on the second floor of the Commonwealth Keystone Building in Harrisburg…	11/7/2017
PUC Cautions Consumers About Using Unlicensed Taxi, Limo or Ride-Hailing Transportation Services Advertising on Social Media HARRISBURG – The Pennsylvania Public Utility Commission (PUC) today cautioned consumers about using unauthorized transportation services, including individuals who solicit riders using ads on…	10/27/2017
PUC Chairman Brown to Kick-Off Annual Berks County ‘Be Wise’ Event; Highlight Essential Customer Assistance Programs HARRISBURG – Chairman Gladys M. Brown of the Pennsylvania Public Utility Commission (PUC) will kick off the 14th annual Berks County “BeWise” Social Service Event (Berks BeWise) o…	10/26/2017
PA PUC Public Meeting Agenda for October 26, 2017 Harrisburg, PA - The PUC will hold its regular public meeting on Thursday, October 26, 2017, at 10:00 a.m. in Hearing Room 1 on the second floor of the Commonwealth Keystone Building in Harrisburg.…	10/25/2017
PUC Hosts Wilkes-Barre ‘Be Utility Wise’ Education Event Focusing on Essential Customer Assistance Programs HARRISBURG – Education and outreach specialists from the Pennsylvania Public Utility Commission (PUC) will meet with social service organizations from across the northeastern portion of the s…	10/13/2017
PUC 2016-17 Management Audits & Efficiency Investigations Identified $4+ Million in Savings for Utilities & Consumers HARRISBURG – Recommendations included in audits conducted on various regulated utilities by the Pennsylvania Public Utility Commission (PUC) during the past year identified more than $4 milli…	10/5/2017
PUC Highlights National Cybersecurity Awareness Month HARRISBURG – The Pennsylvania Public Utility Commission (PUC) today joined with Governor Wolf and other state agencies to highlight National Cybersecurity Awareness Month and the role that ev…	10/5/2017
PA PUC Public Meeting Agenda for October 5, 2017 Harrisburg, PA - The PUC will hold its regular public meeting on Thursday, October 5, 2017, at 10:00 a.m. in Hearing Room 1 on the second floor of the Commonwealth Keystone Building in Harrisburg.…	10/4/2017
PUC Approves New Technology and Rates for Central PA Taxi Start-Up; First to Use Alternative Meters & Flexible Rates Like Ride-Hailing Services HARRISBURG – The Pennsylvania Public Utility Commission (PUC) today approved a request to utilize certain new regulations so that a start-up taxi company in Central Pennsylvania can use compu…	9/21/2017
PA PUC Public Meeting Agenda for September 21, 2017 Harrisburg, PA - The PUC will hold its regular public meeting on Thursday, September 21, 2017, at 10:00 a.m. in Hearing Room 1 on the second floor of the Commonwealth Keystone Building in Harrisbur…	9/20/2017
PUC Offers Storm Tips as Hurricane Irma Approaches; Reminds Residents to Prepare, Report Outages and Always Consider Safety HARRISBURG – The Pennsylvania Public Utility Commission (PUC) today reminded residents across the state that preparation and awareness are essential parts of storm safety, as Hurricane Irma a…	9/8/2017

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