(a) A utility that provides local exchange or interexchange telecommunications service in the state affects the public interest. Regulation of these utilities shall, consistent with this chapter, seek to maintain and further the efficiency, availability, and affordability of universal basic telecommunications service.
(b) Notwithstanding other provisions of this chapter, the commission may not regulate the production and distribution of telephone directories.
Structure Alaska Statutes
Title 42. Public Utilities and Carriers and Energy Programs
Chapter 05. Alaska Public Utilities Regulatory Act
Article 1. Powers and Duties of the Commission.
Sec. 42.05.141. General powers and duties of the commission.
Sec. 42.05.151. Regulations and hearing procedures.
Sec. 42.05.161. Application of Administrative Procedure Act.
Sec. 42.05.171. Formal hearings.
Sec. 42.05.175. Timelines for issuance of final orders.
Sec. 42.05.181. Notice and hearing before final orders.
Sec. 42.05.191. Contents and service of orders.
Sec. 42.05.201. Publication of reports, orders, decisions, and regulations.