IC 8-1-13-39: Distribution cooperatives with less than 5,000 customers; rate orders; hearing requirement

Sec. 39. (a) Except as provided in subsection (b), an order affecting rates of service may be entered by the commission without a formal public hearing in the case of a distribution cooperative with less than five thousand (5,000) customers.

(b) The commission shall require a formal public hearing on any petition or complaint filed concerning a distribution cooperative with less than five thousand (5,000) customers upon motion of any of the following:

(1) The utility consumer counselor.

(2) A public or municipal corporation.

(3) Ten (10) individuals, firms, corporations, limited liability companies, or associations.

(4) Ten (10) complainants of any class described in subdivision (3).