19. ASSIGNMENT

IOU may be required by the CPUC to assign its rights, duties and obligations under this Agreement to the CPUC and/or its designee. Implementer hereby consents to such assignment.

Implementer shall not assign its rights, duties, and obligations under this Agreement without the prior written approval of the CPUC. Unless otherwise expressly agreed by the CPUC, Implementer shall remain responsible for the quality and timeliness of performance notwithstanding any assignment, or other delegation.