Corporation Commission
The Arizona Corporation Commission is a constitutional body that regulates public utilities including electric, gas, telephone, and water companies. It also oversees securities regulation and the incorporation of businesses. Three of the five seats are up for election; the top three vote-getters win.
Next Election: July 21, 2026Seats: 3Candidates: 5Arizona
View all candidates in this raceWhat does this office actually control?
The Corporation Commission is a five-member elected body that regulates Arizona’s private utilities — it has direct say over your utility bills.
- Sets the rates customers pay private electric, gas, water, and phone companies.
- Approves or rejects new power plants, pipelines, and utility rate increases.
- Regulates the sale of securities and investigates investment fraud.
- Handles the incorporation of Arizona businesses.
What this office does NOT control
It doesn’t regulate city-owned utilities or federal energy policy.
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