# Public Utilities (GPU)

## Title 2. Public Service Commission and People's Counsel

### Subtitle 1. Public Service Commission

#### Section 2-103

(a) With the advice and consent of the Senate, the Governor shall appoint a Chairman.

(b)

  (1) The term of the Chairman is 5 years and begins on July 1.

  (2) At the end of a term, the Chairman continues to serve until a successor qualifies.

  (3) A Chairman who is appointed after a term has begun serves for the rest of the term and until a successor qualifies.

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Md. Code Ann., Pub. Util. (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, October 16, 2026)