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Public Service Commission outlines regulation role, universal service fund and new transmission responsibilities

General Government Appropriations Subcommittee · January 27, 2026
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Summary

The Public Service Commission told lawmakers it is not seeking general fund dollars this year, described increased workload from hyperscalers and potential regional transmission organization participation, and briefed the committee on the Utah Universal Service Fund, which collects roughly $42–$43 million annually.

The Public Service Commission (PSC) told the General Government Appropriations Subcommittee it will not request additional general fund dollars this year and outlined emerging regulatory responsibilities related to large‑scale electricity customers and regional transmission participation.

PSC leadership described its role regulating utilities and 'natural monopolies' and said the commission is funded primarily through a public…

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