~ In a recent announcement, Governor Greg Abbott has appointed Benjamin Barkley as the new Chief Executive and Public Counsel of the Office of Public Utility Counsel (OPUC). Barkley's term is set to expire on February 1, 2025.

The OPUC is responsible for representing residential and small commercial consumers in the electric, telecommunications, water, and wastewater utility industries in Texas. As Public Counsel, Barkley will oversee the overall operation of OPUC and lead its representation of consumers in utility matters at state and federal regulatory agencies and courts.

Barkley brings a wealth of experience to his new role. He currently serves as an assistant general counsel for the Office of the Governor (OOG) in Austin. Prior to this, he worked as a policy advisor for the OOG and served as general counsel and committee clerk to a Texas State Senator. He also has experience as an assistant district attorney for the Fort Bend County District Attorney's Office.

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Barkley is a member of the State Bar of Texas and holds a Bachelor of Arts in Political Science and Honor Studies from The University of Texas at San Antonio. He also earned his Juris Doctor from Boston College Law School.

With his extensive background in law and policy, Barkley is well-equipped to serve as Chief Executive and Public Counsel for OPUC. His appointment will ensure that consumer interests are effectively represented in utility matters across Texas.

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