Michigan Public Service Commission
Appearance
Headquarters in Lansing | |
Commission overview | |
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Formed | 1939 |
Jurisdiction | State of Michigan |
Headquarters | 7109 W. Saginaw Highway Lansing MI |
Commission executives |
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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
[edit]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
[edit]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.[2]
Commissioner | Appointed | Term ends | Appointed by |
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Katherine L. Peretick | January 4, 2021 | July 2, 2027 | Gretchen Whitmer (D) |
Daniel C. Scripps (Chairman) | February 25, 2019 | July 2, 2029 | Gretchen Whitmer (D) |
Alessandra Carreon | July 23, 2023 | July 2, 2025 | Gretchen Whitmer (D) |