II. SUMMARY

This rulemaking proceeding is initiated in light of our staff's suggestions for strengthening GOs 95 and 128 -- two General Orders that are critical to the Commission's role of overseeing the safe operation of electric utilities' facilities. Although the proceeding contemplated by this Order does not necessitate public hearings or workshops (all comments may be submitted in writing), rule change proposals advanced by utilities or other parties will also be considered in this Rulemaking docket. The staff's proposals are outlined herein as well as the reasons for the proposals. Appendix A contains the current General Order Rule (where one exists), as well as the proposed changes staff seeks; and where a new rule is sought by staff, the entire language of the proposed new rule is included as well.