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Former NASA official Appointed to the Public Utility Commission as Fifth Member

Former NASA official Appointed to the Public Utility Commission as Fifth Member

by R.A. Dyer | Mar 13, 2026 | Regulatory Action

Mr. Rhode’s term officially begins on April 1, 2026, and will expire on Sept. 1, 2027. Gov. Greg Abbott announced his appointment of Mr. Rhode on March 12. ________________________________________________ Patrick Rhode, a former top official for NASA, has been...

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TCCFUI is comprehensively focused on utility issues for Texas cities! With its volunteer board of city representatives, we work with other state and local organizations to fill unserved city needs.

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