Hubbard and Johnson to Vie for Georgia PSC Seat
Democrat Peter Hubbard and Republican Fitz Johnson will face off on November 3 for the District 3 commission seat.
Updated on Oct. 16, 2026 in Utilities
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Georgia voters will decide the Public Service Commission District 3 seat on November 3, 2026, as incumbent Democrat Peter Hubbard faces Republican challenger Fitz Johnson. The two candidates are vying for a position that holds significant influence over statewide electricity and natural gas rates.
Why it matters
The Public Service Commission is a powerful body that determines the state energy mix and utility pricing for Georgia residents. Members are elected to six-year terms and manage the complex intersection of energy policy and consumer costs.
The District 3 commissioner receives an annual salary of $131,156 for a standard six-year term. Currently, the seat is held by Peter Hubbard, who is serving a one-year term after defeating Fitz Johnson last year.
The players
Peter Hubbard
He is the current Democratic incumbent for the Public Service Commission District 3 seat.
Fitz Johnson
He is the Republican challenger who was previously appointed to the commission seat by Governor Brian Kemp.
Brian Kemp
He is the current Governor of Georgia who holds the authority to make executive appointments to state-level offices.
The details
Commissioners have the authority to decide which energy sources power the Georgia grid and set rates for utility services. While the election is held in District 3, all Public Service Commission members are elected to at-large seats by voters across the entire state.
Timeline
The election for the District 3 seat is scheduled for November 3, 2026.
Incumbent Peter Hubbard defeated Fitz Johnson for the seat last year.
Market Landscape
This election determines the future leadership of the regulatory body that oversees the Georgia Public Service Commission's authority over utility rate-setting. The outcome shapes the state's long-term energy infrastructure planning and market pricing environment.
The winner of this election will hold the power to influence electricity and natural gas rates for households across Georgia. Voters are choosing the official who will represent their interests in the critical decisions surrounding utility pricing and energy source adoption.
The takeaway
Voters should evaluate how each candidate's stance on energy generation affects long-term utility bills. Understanding the commissioner's role in setting rates is essential for residents looking to monitor household energy expenses.
Further reading
For more background on the state regulatory environment, see Georgia Utilities.
Source note: This article includes information reported by The Current.
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