Chair designation · Effective

William M. Brawley named chair at North Carolina Utilities Commission

Commissioner William Brawley was elected by his fellow commissioners to serve as Chair of the North Carolina Utilities Commission, effective July 31, 2025.

Record date: July 31, 2025
Last verified: July 31, 2025
Person: William M. Brawley
Commission: North Carolina Utilities Commission

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Record date: July 31, 2025
Last verified: July 31, 2025

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