Finalists for state utility regulator spot released

The top contenders for an Indiana Utility Regulatory Commission slot include a city councilor, state attorney and HVAC business manager.

By: Leslie Bonilla Muñiz

Outlets: Indiana Capital Chronicle

Published: July 21, 2026

Words: 316

Last Updated: 4 weeks, 2 days ago


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The three finalists for a vacant Republican slot on the powerful Indiana Utility Regulatory Commission — with the ultimate pick up to Gov. Mike Braun — have been chosen.

A nominating committee voted unanimously Tuesday to make their recommendations:

  • Indianapolis City-County Council member Josh Bain, who has represented the southwest corner of Marion County since 2020. He has worked as executive director of legislative and intergovernmental affairs for the Indiana Department of Environmental Management …

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