New Governor Nominates New Head of New Jersey's Utility Regulator
Official: Governor Sherrill Nominates Ben Hertz-Shargel as Commissioner of the Board of Public Utilities, Will Name as President Upon Confirmation
Reading: This document announces a personnel nomination only; it does not describe any concrete climate, energy, or environmental policy action.
This is a personnel appointment requiring confirmation.
In clear language
Governor Sherrill has nominated Ben Hertz-Shargel to become a Commissioner of the New Jersey Board of Public Utilities, a state agency that oversees electric, gas, and water companies. Once confirmed, he will serve as President of this regulatory board. This is a personnel appointment requiring confirmation.
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Who does this affect?
- All New Jersey residents who use electricity, natural gas, or water from regulated utilities
- New Jersey utilities and energy companies subject to BPU oversight
- Businesses and organizations dependent on regulated utility services
What can you do?
- Monitor the confirmation process if you are interested in utility regulation or energy policy
- Attend or submit comments at BPU public hearings on utility rates or environmental standards
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