The bill, known as SB147, seeks to extend the existence and operations of the Public Service Commission in Alabama until October 1, 2028, in accordance with the Alabama Sunset Law. The legislation incorporates new legal language that states the continuance of the Public Service Commission and preserves the relevant code sections under Chapter 1 of Title 37, Code of Alabama 1975. The bill reflects the recommendations of the Sunset Committee, which has evaluated the necessity of the Commission's ongoing functions.

Additionally, the bill specifies that it will take effect on June 1, 2024. There are no deletions from current law noted in the text of the bill, indicating a straightforward extension without any changes to existing provisions. The bill has passed both the Senate and the House of Representatives, with the Senate certifying its origin and passage on April 4, 2024, and the House following suit on April 30, 2024.