The New York State Public Service Commission announced today that Tracey A. Edwards and John B. Howard were confirmed by the New York State Senate to serve as commissioners of the New York Public Service Commission (PSC).

Tracey A. Edwards has significant experience in the telecommunications industry, working for Verizon and its predecessor for nearly 40 years. She served on the Huntington Town Council from 2014 until 2017.

John B. Howard brings more than 16 years of experience in the energy sector to the Commission. He has served in Governor Cuomo’s administration since 2011, most recently as Director of Chamber Operations. He also served as the Chief of Staff for Congressman Paul D. Tonko when Tonko was Chair of the Assembly Energy Committee.

The two new commissioners fill an open seat, and the seat of departing Commissioner Gregg C. Sayre