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Public Utility Regulatory Policies Act of 1978 (PURPA)

A federal law from 1978 that encourages energy conservation, efficiency, and the development of renewable energy. It also sets guidelines for how states regulate public utilities.

State regulatory authority

A state-level government body, often called a Public Utilities Commission (PUC) or Public Service Commission (PSC), responsible for overseeing utilities like electricity, gas, and water companies, including setting their rates and service standards.

Lobbying ban

A rule that prevents certain individuals, often former government officials, from attempting to influence government decisions or legislation for a specific period after leaving public service.

Federal standard

A guideline or principle established by the federal government that states are encouraged or required to consider for adoption, but often have discretion in implementing.

Ratemaking authority

The power of a government body, typically a state regulatory authority, to approve or set the prices that utility companies can charge customers for their services.