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Elections are over and you might be wondering who was elected to represent Louisianans
at the Public Service Commission (LPSC)?
at the Public Service Commission (LPSC)?
District 4 was decided on November 8 and incumbent Mike Francis was re-elected to the Commission. District 3 was decided on December 10 and challenger Davante Lewis was elected to the Commission.
Over the last 4 months Louisianans have been involved in choosing who will represent them, but now the work really begins. The LPSC is a powerful government body that makes real decisions about your energy bills.
The LPSC District 3 race was one of the most competitive elections in the history of the commission. This is because informed, concerned voters used their voices and voted. Looking forward, District 2 is up for election in 2024, and Districts 1 and 5 will be up for election in 2026.
Learn about what the LPSC does, important issues anyone interested in serving as a Commissioner should be aware of, and everything you need to know about voting below.
Over the last 4 months Louisianans have been involved in choosing who will represent them, but now the work really begins. The LPSC is a powerful government body that makes real decisions about your energy bills.
The LPSC District 3 race was one of the most competitive elections in the history of the commission. This is because informed, concerned voters used their voices and voted. Looking forward, District 2 is up for election in 2024, and Districts 1 and 5 will be up for election in 2026.
Learn about what the LPSC does, important issues anyone interested in serving as a Commissioner should be aware of, and everything you need to know about voting below.
Engage with the LPSC
Make Your Voice Heard
Elections are over and it's a great time to get involved and engaged with the LPSC. The first thing you can do is attend their monthly meeting in-person in Baton Rouge or online via their Youtube page. Follow The Alliance on social media @all4energy for updates on when meetings are held and what’s on the agenda.
The second thing you can do is get involved in the Commission's docketed process. The Commission opens dockets to:
Just about anyone can intervene in a docket and become a stakeholder, but there is a process to get on the list. Get a quick breakdown on how to become a stakeholder and how to engage with the LPSC in general on our Engage with the LPSC page. Make your voice heard! |
The LPSC 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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Learn More About the LPSC
Download Our LPSC Materials
Download our flyer about the LPSC
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. Help spread the word! Download our flyer.
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
November 8th, 2022 | Primary Election
November 9, 2022 | Deadline to Register to Vote In Person & By Mail
November 19, 2022 | Deadline to Register to Vote Online
November 26, 2022 | Early Voting Begins
December 3, 2022 | Early Voting Ends
December 6, 2022 | Deadline to Request Mail Ballots
December 9, 2022 | Deadline to Receive Mail Ballots
December 10th, 2022 | General Election
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Voting Information
Vote in the December 10 General Election
On election day, polls are open from 7am - 8pm. If you encounter problems or have questions contact the state's election hotline: 800-883-2805
Use the button above to access the secretary of state portal to check your voter registration status, find voting locations and more.
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 November 9, 2022.
- For the LPSC 2022 election the deadline to register to vote in person or by mail is November 19, 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 7 to 14 days prior to any scheduled election from 8:30am to 6pm.
For the LPSC 2022 general election early voting is available from November 26 to December 3, 2022 from 8:30am - 6pm.
For a complete list of early voting locations for the entire state, please refer to this early voting locations list. You can also login to the voter portal to view early voting locations in your parish. |
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.