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At the Louisiana Public Service Commission 2 of the 5 seats are up for election this November.
On the ballot are Districts 3 and 4, currently held by incumbents*, both of whom are running. Four other candidates are running in District 3 and two other candidates are running in District 4.
Commissioners serve 6-year terms, with a 3-term limit.
That can add up to 18 years, which makes these very powerful positions.
Get up to speed on who's running, upcoming election dates, and important issues anyone interested
in serving as a Commissioner should be aware of.
On the ballot are Districts 3 and 4, currently held by incumbents*, both of whom are running. Four other candidates are running in District 3 and two other candidates are running in District 4.
Commissioners serve 6-year terms, with a 3-term limit.
That can add up to 18 years, which makes these very powerful positions.
Get up to speed on who's running, upcoming election dates, and important issues anyone interested
in serving as a Commissioner should be aware of.
2022 LPSC Candidates
District 3Davante Lewis - davante.edlewis@qmail.com
Gregory Manning - info@manningforchange.com Jesse T. Thompson - ithompson@hessengineers.com *Lambert C. Boissiere III - Icboissiere@mac.com Willie Jones - info@jonespsc3.com |
District 4Keith C. Bodin - keithbodinfor|psc@yahoo.com
*Mike Francis - mikegfrancis@yahoo.com Shalon Latour - shalonlatour@qmail.com |
* = incumbent
Upcoming Dates
The Alliance is Hosting Candidate Forums
The Alliance is hosting 5 forums to give residents an opportunity to hear from LPSC candidates. The forums will allow candidates to discuss their positions, as well as answer questions about Louisiana's energy future. Join us to hear first hand where the candidates stand on what is happening with your utility bill.
Forums will be held in person and livestreamed on AAE's Facebook page @all4energy from 6-8pm CT. Follow us on social media @all4energy for additional information and reminders about upcoming forums!
Forums will be held in person and livestreamed on AAE's Facebook page @all4energy from 6-8pm CT. Follow us on social media @all4energy for additional information and reminders about upcoming forums!
District 3 Forums
- Wednesday, September 21 at the Lutcher Library (1879 W Main St, Lutcher, LA 70071)
- Friday, September 30 at the East Baton Rouge Parish Library (7711 Goodwood Blvd, Baton Rouge, LA 70806)
- Thursday, October 20 at UNO in the Innsbruck Room at the University Center (2000 Lakeshore Dr, New Orleans, LA 70148)
District 4 Forums
- Wednesday, September 14 in Lake Charles at the SOWELA Community College Auditorium (3820 Senator J. Bennett Johnston Avenue, Lake Charles, LA 70615)
- Wednesday, October 12 at Kees Park Community Center (2450 Highway 28 E, Pineville, LA 71360)
Register to Vote by October 18th
In order to be eligible to vote in Louisiana, you must be registered at least 20 days prior to an election if registering through our GeauxVote Online Registration System or 30 days prior to an election if registering in person or by mail (if mailing in an application, the application or envelope must be postmarked 30 days prior to the first election in which you seek to vote).
- For the LPSC 2022 elections the deadline to register to vote in person or by mail is October 11, 2022.
- For the LPSC 2022 elections the deadline to register to vote online is October 18, 2022.
Louisiana Public Service Commission Holds the Keys to our Future
The Louisiana Public Service Commission, or LPSC, has a key role in deciding the costs that your utilities charge, the types of services it provides, and the kind of energy that powers our state.
Check out our informational blog post highlighting 7 things anyone interested in serving as a Commissioner should be aware of:
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Download our LPSC flyer
The LPSC is a powerful government body that makes real decisions about your energy bills, significantly impacting the lives of residents in our state every single day. Download our flyer here.
What does the LPSC do?
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Check out our PowerPoint for more information on the LPSC
Check out The Alliance’s PowerPoint presentation for more information on the Louisiana Public Service Commission.
Learn about what the LPSC does, what makes it unique (compared to other PSCs around the country), and why the LPSC is a key lever in the fight against climate change in Louisiana. |
Timeline
July 22nd, 2022 | Qualifying Deadline
October 11, 2022 | Deadline to Register to Vote In Person & By Mail
October 18, 2022 | Deadline to Register to Vote Online
October 25, 2022 | Early Voting Begins
November 1, 2022 | Early Voting Ends
November 4, 2022 | Deadline to Request Mail Ballots
November 7, 2022 | Deadline to Receive Mail Ballots
November 8th, 2022 | Primary Election
December 10th, 2022 | General Election
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Voting Information
Use the secretary of state portal to check your voter registration status here: https://voterportal.sos.la.gov/?ref=voteusa_en
Register to Vote
In order to be eligible to vote in Louisiana, you must be registered at least 20 days prior to an election if registering online through the GeauxVote Registration System or 30 days prior to an election if registering in person or by mail (if mailing in an application, the application or envelope must be postmarked 30 days prior to the first election in which you seek to vote).
There is no cost associated with registering to vote. It is a right afforded to you as a United States citizen by the U.S. Constitution.
How do I register to vote or change my registration?
*The registrar of voters mails a verification mailing card to verify the address you have provided when registering by mail. If you do not receive a mailing from the registrar of voters within two weeks of registering, contact their office.
Check out these resources from Power Coalition for more information on how to vote by mail. Note applicants must vote IN PERSON the first time after registering.
- For the LPSC 2022 election the deadline to register to vote online is October 18, 2022.
- For the LPSC 2022 election the deadline to register to vote in person or by mail is October 11, 2022.
There is no cost associated with registering to vote. It is a right afforded to you as a United States citizen by the U.S. Constitution.
How do I register to vote or change my registration?
- In person at any Registrar of Voters Office
- Online using the GeauxVote Online Registration System
- Applicants with a Louisiana driver's license or Louisiana special ID card can use the online system.
- By mail send your completed application to your local Registrar of Voters Office*
- Use the GeauxVote Online Registration System to complete the Louisiana Voter Registration Application. Once you have completed the application, you will be allowed to download & print your application. Mail your application to your local Registrar of Voters Office (the list of offices for registrars of voters is also included on the form).
- Download the Louisiana Voter Registration Application, complete it and mail it to your local Registrar of Voters Office (the list of offices for registrars of voters is also included on the form).
*The registrar of voters mails a verification mailing card to verify the address you have provided when registering by mail. If you do not receive a mailing from the registrar of voters within two weeks of registering, contact their office.
Check out these resources from Power Coalition for more information on how to vote by mail. Note applicants must vote IN PERSON the first time after registering.
Early Voting
You do not need a reason to vote early! All voters may vote early, just like you are voting on Election Day. Voters who want to vote early for any election may do so at the parish registrar of voters office or at designated locations in the parish from 8:30am to 6pm from 7 to 14 days prior to any scheduled election.
For a detailed list of early voting locations in your parish, login to the voter portal. For a complete list of early voting locations for the entire state, please refer to early voting locations.
- For LPSC 2022 elections early voting is available from October 25 to November 1, 2022.
For a detailed list of early voting locations in your parish, login to the voter portal. For a complete list of early voting locations for the entire state, please refer to early voting locations.
What District Do I Live In?
Not sure what district you're in? Find out what district you're in and who your current LPSC Commissioner is using the secretary of state portal: https://voterportal.sos.la.gov/Home/AddressLogin
- Enter your zip code and physical address and click 'Submit'
- Click 'My Districts' or 'My Elected Officials'. Your Public Service Commission district and commissioner will be listed here respectively.