Public Utilities Regulation
/ˈpʌblɪk juːˈtɪlɪtiz ˌrɛɡjʊˈleɪʃən/
Definitions
- (n.) The legal framework and administrative oversight governing the provision, operation, and rates of essential public services such as electricity, water, gas, and telecommunications.
Public utilities regulation ensures that consumers receive reliable services at reasonable rates.
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- public utilities regulation
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Commentary
Term typically refers to statutory and administrative law bodies regulating natural monopolies in sectors critical to public welfare.
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