Indiana IURC Rulemakings

Amends Consumer Complaint Rules Under 170 IAC 16-1

The Indiana Utility Regulatory Commission has published a proposed rule amending 170 IAC 16-1, which governs consumer complaint procedures. The proposed rule is open for public comment through April 8, 2026, with a public hearing scheduled. Utilities subject to IURC jurisdiction and consumers filing complaints will be affected by any changes to complaint handling requirements and timelines.

Indiana Amends Pipeline Safety Regulations 170 IAC 5-3

The Indiana Utility Regulatory Commission (IURC) is amending pipeline safety regulations under 170 IAC 5-3. This rulemaking affects definitions, calibration of instruments, pre-tested pipe, farm taps, construction packets, establishment of MAOP on distribution systems, acquisition of pipe or components, and waivers of compliance. Informal comments are due by April 6, 2026.

Indiana PUC Amends Telecommunications Carrier Regulations (RM #26-05)

The Indiana Utility Regulatory Commission (IURC) is initiating rulemaking RM #26-05 to amend regulations concerning telecommunications carriers. The amendments will affect obligations, customer notifications, unauthorized charges, switching, disconnections, and interconnection disputes. Informal comments are due by April 2, 2026.

Indiana PUC Rulemaking RM #26-03 Amends Procedural, Advertising, Filings, Rates

The Indiana Utility Regulatory Commission (IURC) is initiating rulemaking RM #26-03 to amend several procedural and operational rules. These amendments cover procedural rules, advertising expenses, 30-day filings, and municipal rates. Informal comments are due by March 30, 2026.

Indiana PUC Amends Schedule of Rates and Classification of Accounts

The Indiana Utility Regulatory Commission (IURC) has initiated a rulemaking (RM #26-04) to amend 170 IAC 1-2, concerning the Schedule of Rates and Classification of Accounts. The public comment period for informal comments is open until March 30, 2026.

Rulemaking RM #26-02 amends 170 IAC 14 for small utilities

Rulemaking RM #26-02 amends 170 IAC 14 for small utilities

Indiana PUC Rulemaking RM 26-01: Customer Complaints

The Indiana Utility Regulatory Commission (IURC) has initiated rulemaking RM 26-01 to amend 170 IAC 16 concerning customer complaints. The rulemaking is currently in the rule development phase, with a formal comment period pending. The IURC is seeking public input on the proposed changes.