Rhode Island Public Utilities Commission (RIPUC) Information

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What is a Public utilities Commission (PUC)?

A public utilities commission (PUC) is generally a regulatory body at the state level responsible for regulating utilities that provide service within a state. The commission is comprised of either state-elected or state-appointed officials. These members regulate all electric, gas, water, cable and telephone retail in many states, and are also generally responsible for ensuring that utilities are responsive to customers' needs and service requests, and that service is both adequate and reliable.

How Rhode Island PUC describes itself:

The Rhode Island Public Utilities Commission (RIPUC) and the Division of Public Utilities and Carriers (DPUC) are independent regulatory bodies whose mission is to ensure that safe, reliable, quality utility service is provided at a fair and reasonable cost.

How to contact Rhode Island Public Utilities Commission (RIPUC):

Telephone: (401) 941-4500
Email: mary.kent@ripuc.org
Online: http://www.ripuc.state.ri.us

By mail:
Rhode Island Public Utilities Commission
89 Jefferson Boulevard
Warwick, RI 02888

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