The state senate yesterday (May 21) defeated SB1000, which would have required the California Public Utilities Commission (CPUC) to make public all investigative orders, accident reports, and similar documents. It got 21 votes, two fewer than needed for passage. The CPUC backed the measure, along with media and consumer advocates. Not surprisingly, it was opposed by major utilities, including San Diego Gas & Electric and Southern California Gas, both part of Sempra Energy.
The state senate yesterday (May 21) defeated SB1000, which would have required the California Public Utilities Commission (CPUC) to make public all investigative orders, accident reports, and similar documents. It got 21 votes, two fewer than needed for passage. The CPUC backed the measure, along with media and consumer advocates. Not surprisingly, it was opposed by major utilities, including San Diego Gas & Electric and Southern California Gas, both part of Sempra Energy.