Public Utility Commission of Texas

The Public Utility Commission of Texas (PUC) is a state government agency based in Austin, Texas. The PUC employs approximately 326 people and generates annual revenue of $50 million. The PUC regulates the electric, telecommunication, and water and sewer utilities within the state of Texas. Its responsibilities include implementing relevant legislation, resolving consumer complaints, and fostering competition within these industries. The PUC's focus varies depending on the utility type: while the PUC oversees competitive markets and compliance for electric and telecommunications utilities, it regulates rates and services for water and sewer utilities. The PUC's work extends beyond Texas borders. It actively participates in multi-state initiatives to develop wholesale electric competitive market structures and transmission planning within the Southwest Power Pool (SPP) and Midcontinent Independent System Operator (MISO) regions. In 2013, the agency expanded its responsibilities to include the economic regulation of water and sewer utilities, assuming functions previously held by the Texas Commission on Environmental Quality (TCEQ). For more information about the Public Utility Commission of Texas and its services, visit their website at puc.texas.gov.