Laws & Rules

Laws

Title 35-A
Title 23, Section 3360-A (Protection of Underground Facilities)

*NOTE: Commission Rules are being changed to 3 digits (example: Chapter 20 is now Chapter 200)

65-407 -- Public Utilities Commission

Part 1 - Procedural Rules

65 - Independent Agency - Regulatory

• Chapter 110 Rules Of Practice And Procedure (Word) (Effective 11/26/2012)
• Chapter 120 Filing Requirements For Schedules Of Rates, Terms And Conditions (Word) (Effective 2/21/1989)
• Chapter 130 Safety and Accident Reporting Requirements (Word) (Effective 7/5/1989) ; Contact Protocol (Word) 4/20/2023
• Chapter 140 Utility Service Area and Infrastructure Maps (Word) (Effective 10/29/2001) ; Technical Specifications (PDF) 11/20/01)

Part 2 - Communications

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• Chapter 200 Reporting Requirements For Telecommunications Carrier's Service Outages (Word) (Effective 4/8/2008) ; Order Adopting Rule, Word) ; Contact Protocol-2011-PDF
• Chapter 201 Provider of Last Resort Service Quality (Word) (Effective 11/26/2016) ; Order) ; Chapter 201
• Chapter 202 Requirements For Audiotext (Pay-Per-Call) Services (Word) (Effective 4/1/1992)
• Chapter 204 Basic-Service Calling Area (Word) (Effective 12/17/2002) ; Order adopting rule, PDF)
• Chapter 206 Standards for Designating & Certifying Eligible Tele Carriers Qualified To Receive Federal Universal Service Fund Support (Word) (Effective 7/1/2013) ; Order )
• Chapter 210 Uniform System of Accounts for Telephone Utilities (Word) (Effective 4/4/1989) ; Order Approving Rule PDF)
• Chapter 220 Removal of Provider of Last Resort Service Obligation (Word) (Effective 7/17/2017) ; Order Adopting Rule) ; Chapter 220
• Chapter 230 Installation, Maintenace and Ownership of Customer Premises Wire (Word) (Effective 6/18/1996) ; Order Approving Rule PDF)
• Chapter 25 Coin-Operated Telephone Service (Word) (Effective 2/10/1988) ; Order Approving Rule PDF)
• Chapter 252 Public Interest Payphone Program (Word) (Effective 5/16/2006) ; Order Approving Rule PDF)
• Chapter 280 Provision of Competitive Telecommunications Services (Word) (Effective 7/2/2003) ; Order Approving Rule PDF)
• Chapter 284 Prepaid Wireless Fee (Word) (Effective 2/23/2018) ; Order Adopting Rule)
• Chapter 285 Maine Telecommunications Education Access Fund (Word) (Effective 8/4/2019) ; Order (pdf))
• Chapter 288 High Cost Universal Service Fund (Word) (Effective 8/4/2019) ; Order (pdf))
• Chapter 289 Requirements and Terms for Bundled Services Offered by Incumbent Local Exchange Carriers (Word) (Effective 7/13/2008) ; Order Approving Rule PDF)
• Chapter 290 Standards for Billing, Credit, & Collection & Customer Information for Eligible Telecom Carriers Providing Basic Telephone Service (Word) (Effective 4/28/2020) ; Order)
• Chapter 291 Standards for Billing, Credit, & Collection & Customer Information for Non-Eligible Telecommunications Carriers (Word) (Effective 6/30/2002) ; Order )
• Chapter 292 Standards for Billing, Credit, and Collection and Customer Information for Interexchange Carriers (Word) (Effective 6/30/2002) ; Order Approving Rule PDF)
• Chapter 293 Abandonment of Service & Authority to Provide Services & Transfer of Customers by Competitive Telecom Carriers (Word) (Effective 11/15/2004) ; Order)
• Chapter 294 Lifeline and Link Up Service Programs (Word) (Effective 7/1/2013) ; Order Approving Rule PDF)
• Chapter 296 Selection of Preferred Telecommunications Carriers and the Imposition of Preferred Carrier Freezes (Word) (Effective 9/15/1999) ; Order Approving Rule PDF)
• Chapter 297 Anti-Cramming Rule Registration Req, Complaint Procedures & Penalty Provisions for Service Providers & Billing Aggregators (Word) (Effective 1/19/2000) ; Order)

Part 3 - Electric Utilities

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• Chapter 301 Standard Offer Service (Word) (Effective 4/4/2009) ; Order Adopting Rule, Docket No. 2008-463, PDF)
• Chapter 304 Standards of Conduct for T&D Utilities & Affiliated Competitive Electricity Providers (Word) (Effective 11/4/1999) ; Supplemental Order Approving Rule PDF)
• Chapter 305 Licensing Reqs, Annual Reporting, Enforcement & Consumer Protection Provisions for Competitive Provision of Electricity (Word) (Effective 7/13/2022) ; Order ) ; Standardized Notice Forms ; Market Risk Disclosure Order
• Chapter 306 Uniform Information Disclosure and Informational Filing Requirements (Word) (Effective 1/26/2015) ; Order Adopting Rule PDF) ; Updated Label Format (PDF)
• Chapter 307 Sale of Capacity & Energy of Undivested Generation Assets; Extension of Divestiture Deadline (Word) (Effective 11/4/1999) ; Order ) ; Supplemental Order
• Chapter 308: Standards of Conduct For Transmission and Distribution Utilities and Affiliated Generators (Word) (Effective 7/4/2018) ; Order Approving Rule)
• Chapter 310 Uniform System of Accounts for Electric Utilities (Word) (Effective 12/14/1988) ; Order Approving Rule PDF)
• Chapter 311 Renewable Resource Portfolio Requirement (Word) (Effective 12/2/2023); Order Approving Rule PDF)
• Chapter 312 Distributed Generation Procurement (Word) (Effective 12/24/2019) ; Order Adopting Rulemaking)
• Chapter 313 Net Energy Billing (Word) (Effective 10/17/2022) ; Order Approving Rule
• Chapter 314 Statewide Low-Income Assistance Plan (Word) (Effective 5/28/2022) ; Order Approving Rule PDF)
• Chapter 315 Small Generator Aggregation (Word) (Effective 9/18/2004) ; Order Approving Rule PDF)
• Chapter 316 Long-Term Contracting and Resource Adequacy (Word) (Effective 5/1/2012) ; Order Approving Rule PDF)
• Chapter 317 Statewide Arrearage Management Program (Word) (Effective 1/15/2024); Order ; Application Form
• Chapter 319 Criteria to Exclude Small Transmission Projects and Distribution Projects From Investigation By Te NonWires Alternative Coordinator (Word) (Effective 7/21/2020) ; Order Adopting Rulemaking) ;
• Chapter 320 Electric Transmission and Distribution Utility Service Standards (Effective 8/27/22); Order Approving Rule) ; Resolve
• Chapter 321 Load Obligation and Settlement Calculations for Competitive Providers of Electricity (Word) (Effective 12/28/1999) ; Order Approving Rule PDF)
• Chapter 322 Metering, Billing, Collections, & Enrollment Interactions among T&D Utilities & Competitive Electricity Providers (Word) (Effective 8/19/2002) ; Order Approving Rule PDF)
• Chapter 323 Electronic Business Transactions Standards (Word) (Effective 5/6/2007) ; Order Approving Rule PDF) ; EBT Attachment PDF
• Chapter 324 Small Generator Interconnection Procedures (Word) (Effective 11/20/2023) ; Order Adopting Rule PDF
• Chapter 325 Community-Based Renewable Energy Pilot Program (Word) (Effective 2/13/2010) ; Order (word))
• Chapter 326 Green Power Offer (Word) (Effective 10/30/2010) ; Order (word))
• Chapter 327 Ceiling on Energy Efficiency Spending from the Energy and Carbon Savings Trust Fund and Rebates to Electric Ratepayers (Word) (Effective 2/19/2011) ; Order (word))
• Chapter 330 Filing Requirements for Petitions for Certificates of Public Convenience (Word) (Effective 10/20/2012) ; Order Approving Rule PDF)
• Chapter 332 Filing Requirement for Petitions for Purchases of Energy/Fuel Conversion of Generation Facilities (Word) (Effective 9/13/1997) ; Order Approving Rule PDF)
• Chapter 334 Filing Requirement for Significant Agreements Re: Electric Generating / Energy / Trans Capacity (Word) (Effective 1/16/1989) )
• Chapter 35 Accounting Treatment for Area Lighting (Word) (Effective 6/21/1979)  
• Chapter 360 Cogeneration and Small Power Production (Word) (Effective 3/22/1998) ; Order Approving Rule PDF)
• Chapter 395 Construction Standards and Ownership and Cost Allocation Rules for Electric Distribution Line Extensions (Word) (Effective 1/19/2019) ; Order Approving Rule )
• Chapter 396 - Efficiency Maine Trust Procurement Funding Cap (Word) (Effective 2/1/2016) ; Order Adopting Rule)

Part 4 - Gas Utilities

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• Chapter 410 - Uniform System Of Accounts For Gas Utilities (Word) (Effective 1/22/2003) ; Order Adopting Rule, PDF)
• Chapter 420 - Safety of Gas Transmission and Distribution Systems (Word) (Effective 9/5/2022) ; Docket 2022-00155
• Chapter 421 Safety and Operation Standards for Liquefied Petroleum Gas (LPG) Distribution Systems (Word) (Effective 6/14/2012) ; Order Adopting Rule - Word)
• Chapter 430 - Cost Of Gas Adjustment For Gas Utilities (Word) (Effective 9/9/1997) )
• Chapter 440 - Gas Utility Performance, Accuracy, Testing, and Related Standards (Word) (Effective 1/11/2020) ; Order Adopting Rulemaking)

Part 5 - Transportation

65 - Independent Agency - Regulatory

• Chapter 510 - Authorization And Operation Of Ferries In Casco Bay (Word) (Effective 10/1/2000) )
• Chapter 520 - Tour, Charter And Water Taxi Services And Unscheduled Freight Services In Casco Bay (Word) (Effective 4/25/2018) ) ; Order Adopting Rule
• Chapter 560 - Publication And Posting Requirements For Rate Changes Filed By The Casco Bay Island Transit District (Word) (Effective 1/31/2009) ) ; Order Adpting Rule (PDF)

Part 6 - Water Utilities

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• Chapter 610 - Uniform System of Accounts for Water Utilities (Word) (Effective 12/14/1988) ; Uniform System of Accounts)
• Chapter 615 Exemptions From Regulatory Requirements for Consumer-Owned Water Utilities (Word) (Effective 12/26/2022)
• Chapter 616 Specific Exemptions From Regulatory Requirements For Consumer-Owned Water Utilities (Effective 12/26/2022) (PDF)
• Chapter 620 - Service Standards for Water Utilities (Word) (Effective 12/26/2022) (Word))
• Chapter 63 - Major Construction Projects of Water Companies (Word) (Effective 4/6/1988) )
• Chapter 640 - Private Fire Protection Services (Word) (Effective 6/9/1998) )
• Chapter 65 - Water Main Extension and Service Line Rule (Word) (Effective 2/1/1987) ; Main Extension Contract, Individual and Developer)
• Chapter 660 Consumer Protection Standards for Water Utilities (Word) (Effective 4/28/2020) ; Order)
• Chapter 675 - Infrastructure Surcharge and Capital Reserve Accounts (Word) (Effective 6/21/2013) ; Order)
• Chapter 68 - Water Utilities Depreciation Rates (Word) (Effective 1/20/1986) )
• Chapter 69 - Determination Of Fire Protection Revenues For Water Utilities (Word) (Effective 8/10/1987) ; Appendix A (PDF))
• Chapter 691 - Sale Of Water Resource Land (Word) (Effective 3/16/1991) )

Part 7 - Accounting - General

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• Chapter 710 - Auditing Requirements For All Public (Word) (Effective 11/21/2011) ; Order (word))
• Chapter 720 - Compliance With The GAAP Requirements Of SFAS No. 106 (Word) (Effective 7/20/1993) )
• Chapter 730 - Compliance By Public Utilities With The Requirements Of Statement Of Financial Accounting Standards No. 109 Established By The Financial Accounting Standards Board (Word) (Effective 9/15/1993) )

Part 8 - Multi-Utility

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• Chapter 81 - Residential Utility Service Standards For Credit And Collection Programs REPEALED AS OF 1/1/12 (Effective 1/1/2012) )
• Chapter 815 - Consumer Protection Standards For Electric And Gas Transmission And Distribution Utilities (PDF) (Effective 1/4/2022) ; Docket No 2021-00266)
• Chapter 820 - Utility Requirements For Non-Core Activities And Transactions Between Affiliates (Word) (Effective 8/14/1998) ; Order Adopting Rule)
• Chapter 83 - Political Activities, Institutional Advertising, Promotional Advertising And Promotional Allowances By Public Utilities (Word) (Effective 11/24/1986) )
• Chapter 840 - Intervenor Funding (Word) (Effective 5/18/2013) )
• Chapter 850 - Regulatory Proceeding Expenses (Word) (Effective 8/27/2022) ) 
• Chapter 870 - Late Payment Charges, Interest Rates To Be Paid On Customer Deposits, And Charges For Returned Checks (Word) (Effective 5/28/2022) ; Order) ; Late Payment Letter 2022 ; Late Payment Letter 2023; Late Payment Letter 2024
• Chapter 880 - Attachments To Joint-Use Utility Poles; Determination And Allocation Of Costs; Procedure (Pdf) (Effective 9/25/2023)
• Chapter 885 - Land Use Regulation Exemptions (Docket No. 2008-226) (Word) (Effective 9/15/2008) )
• Chapter 886 Energy Infrastructure Corridors (Word) (Effective 11/26/2022); Order Repealing Rule
• Chapter 89 - Confidentiality Of Customer Records (Word) (Effective 9/21/1985) )
• Chapter 895 Underground Facility Damage Prevention Requirements (Word) (Effective 8/05/2021) ; Order Adopting Rule) ; Contact Protocol-2022 (MS Word)

Part 9 - Miscellaneous

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• Chapter 910 - Safety Of Overhead Utility Lines Crossing Water And Adjacent Areas Suitable For Rigging, Launching, And Operating Boats (Word) (Effective 9/19/2001) )

Supporting Documents

• 65-625 -- Emergency Services Communications Bureau
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• Chapter 1 Standards For Establishing A Statewide Enhanced 9-1-1 System (Word) (Effective 9/15/2007) ; Order Adopting Rule Amendments (Docket No. 2007-220) (Word) )
• Chapter 11 PBX/Multiline Telephone System (MLTS) Requirements (Word) (Effective 7/27/2005) ; (Docket No. 2005-86) (Word))
• Chapter 2 Requirements For The Enhanced 9-1-1 System Service Provider And Local Exchange Carriers (Word) (Effective 8/13/2017) ; Order Adopting Rule (Docket No. 2017-087)) ; Contact Protocol-2011-PDF
• Chapter 3 Provision Of Enhanced 9-1-1 Access-Only (Word) (Effective 10/1/2008) ; Order Adopting Rule (Docket No. 2007-459) (Word))
• Chapter 4 Requirements for the Dispatch Center Consolidation Grant Program (Word) (Effective 1/1/2019) )
• Chapter 5 Standards for the Implementation and Administration of Emergency Fire Dispatch Protocols (Word) (Effective 3/18/2020) ; Order Amending Rulemaking (PDF)) ; Chapter 5 (PDF)

Energy Programs -- (formerly 19-530 Department of Economic and Community Development, Energy Conservation Division)

Supporting Documents

Chapter 400 - Energy Efficiency Standards for Subsidized Multi-Family Residences (Word) (Effective 12/23/92)

The Commission's Rules are available from the Office of the Secretary of State in Microsoft Word formats.