Every formal order of the commission shall be based upon the facts of record. However, the commission may, without a hearing, issue an order approving any settlement supported by all the parties of record in a proceeding, including a compromise settlement. Every order entered pursuant to a hearing must state the commission's findings, the basis of its findings and conclusions, together with its decision. These orders shall be entered of record and a copy of them shall be served on all parties of record in the proceeding.
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.