The Public Utility Commission is located in the Beardsley Building in Salem. (Oregon State Archives Scenic Images collection)
Present Duties
The Public Utility Commission (PUC) is responsible for rate regulation of Oregon’s investor-owned electric utilities (Portland General Electric, Pacific Power, and Idaho Power), natural gas utilities (Avista, Cascade Natural, and NW Natural), telephone service providers (landline only), as well as select water companies. The PUC also enforces electric and natural gas safety standards and handles utility-related dispute resolution on behalf of Oregon residents. The PUC is part of the Oregon Emergency Response System to help coordinate and manage state resources.
It also provides programs to assist Oregonians with access to PUC-regulated telecommunications programs and utilities. Decisions are made by the three governor-appointed commissioners during regularly scheduled public meetings.
Agency Website
Information about this agency's divisions, offices, and programs.
Contact Information
Mailing Address: PO Box 1088, Salem 97308
Physical Address:
201 High St SE, Suite 100, Salem 97301
Phone: 800-522-2404
Web:
www.oregon.gov/puc
Email:
puc.consumer@puc.oregon.gov
Contact:
Nolan Moser, Executive Director
Administrative Rules Coordinator:
See Contact List for Public Utility Commission
Legal & Legislative Information
Statutory Authority: ORS Chapters
756.014