FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
PSC COMMISSIONERS KAMLER, STOCKER
SWORN IN DURING CAPITOL CEREMONY
Lincoln, January 5, 2023—The Nebraska State Capitol was
the site on Thursday, January 5, for the swearing-in of
Nebraska Public Service Commissioners Eric Kamler, and
Kevin Stocker. The public inaugural ceremony held in the
Legislative Chambers marked the beginning of a six-year
term for both Commissioners.
Commissioner Kamler, 31, Geneva, begins his first term as a
member of the Public Service Commission (PSC)
representing the 4th District. Prior to his election to the
PSC, Kamler served as Mayor of Geneva from 2018-2022
and on the Geneva City Council from 2014-2018. As Mayor,
he accomplished several major infrastructure development
projects and broadband expansion in his hometown,
bringing that focus to the PSC. Commissioner Kamler is
also the fifth generation of his family farm and a graduate
of the University of Nebraska-Lincoln.
Commissioner Stocker, 62, Scottsbluff, begins his first term
as a member of the PSC representing the 5th District. A
successful businessman in both transportation and
agriculture, he brings a clear understanding of the
Commission having owned, and operated businesses
licensed, regulated and inspected by the Commission.
Commissioner Stocker is a graduate of the University of
Nebraska-Lincoln.
“It is an exciting day for both Eric, Kevin and the Commission,”
said Commission Chair Dan Watermeier. “We congratulate
both of our new Commissioners and look forward to working
together as we strive to ensure quality services for all
Nebraskans.”
The 2nd District Commission seat vacated by former
Commissioner Crystal Rhoades remains open at this time.
The position will be appointed by the Governor. Interested
parties can file an application at < https://www.nebraska.
gov/appointments/ >. ###
Contact:
Deb Collins- Communications & Media Mgr.
(402) 471-0226/deb.collins@nebraska.gov
