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FAQ: Georgia Public Service Commission election
The Georgia Public Service Commission, which regulates investor-owned utilities and affects nearly every Georgian, is up for election in November, with two Republican incumbents running against two Democrats.
Georgia energy workers donate thousands to GOP regulators
Dozens of executives and employees of Georgia’s largest energy utilities have contributed at least $77,000 to the two Republicans running for re-election to the Public Service Commission, with the majority of the contributions coming from individuals associated with Southern Company and its subsidiaries.
PSC candidates 2025
Incumbent Republican Tim Echols returns to PSC ballot
Tim Echols, a Republican, has served on the Georgia Public Service Commission for 15 years and is the founder of TeenPact, a Christian leadership training program for conservative high school students.
Alicia Johnson is Coastal Georgia’s homegrown PSC challenger
Alicia Johnson, a Savannah native and Georgia Power customer, is running for Georgia energy regulator to address the six rate hikes in the last two years and to bring a consumer-first view to the Public Service Commission.
Republican entrepreneur incumbent Fitz Johnson seeks election to Georgia PSC
Fitz Johnson is the Republican incumbent running for election to the Georgia Public Service Commission, having been appointed by Gov. Brian Kemp in July 2021, and is the first Black Republican to serve on the commission.
Democrat Peter Hubbard brings energy expertise to Georgia PSC race
Peter Hubbard is running for the PSC to bring his energy expertise to the commission and transition Georgia to cleaner, cheaper energy, while ensuring data centers pay their fair share.