SB111 Alabama 2012 Session

Updated Feb 27, 2026

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Summary

Primary Sponsor: Paul Bussman
Republican
Session: Regular Session 2012
Title: Public Service Commission, continued until October 1, 2013, pursuant to Sunset law
Summary: This bill extends the Alabama Public Service Commission’s existence and authority until October 1, 2013 under the Sunset Law.
What This Bill Does
It follows the Sunset Committee’s recommendation to keep the Public Service Commission operating. It continues the PSC, created under Section 37-1-1 and Title 37 of the Alabama Code, through October 1, 2013. It preserves the relevant laws that govern the PSC. The measure becomes effective immediately upon the Governor’s approval (or otherwise becoming law).

Who It Affects
Public Service Commission (agency): continues to exist and function through October 1, 2013.
Alabama residents and utility customers: continue to be regulated by the PSC and receive oversight of public services through October 1, 2013.

Key Provisions
Section 1 – Sunset Committee recommends continuance of the Public Service Commission until October 1, 2013.
Section 2 – The PSC’s existence and functioning are continued until October 1, 2013, and the related code sections (Section 37-1-1 and Title 37) are expressly preserved.
Section 3 – The Legislature concurs with the Sunset Committee’s recommendations in Sections 1 and 2.
Section 4 – The act becomes effective immediately upon passage and approval by the Governor, or otherwise becoming law.

AI-generated summary using openai/gpt-5-nano on Feb 25, 2026. May contain errors — refer to the official bill text for accuracy.
Subjects: Sunset Law