Metropolitan Utilities District v. Nebraska Public Service Commission

The Nebraska Public Service Commission (Commission) dismissed the application of the Metropolitan Utilities District of Omaha (MUD) for certification as a competitive natural gas provider (CNGP). The district court “affirmed,” finding that the Commission lacked jurisdiction. The Commission appeals, contending that it has jurisdiction over MUD under Neb. Rev. Stat. §§ 66-1848 and 66-1849 (Reissue 2003). MUD argues, however, that the Commission lacks jurisdiction because of Neb. Rev. Stat. § 57-1306 (Reissue 2004). We determine that the newer and more *496specific statutes, §§ 66-1848 and 66-1849,…