Definitions for "DRU"
Declaratory Ruling Declaratory ruling proceedings may be initiated either upon request or by the Utilities Board itself. DRUs offer the Board's interpretation of the rules in their application to a particular hypothetical circumstance. Electric Franchise A franchise is the authorization by the Utilities Board for the construction, erection, maintenance, and operation of an electric transmission line under Iowa Code chapter 478. The granting of a franchise requires a finding by the Board that the project is necessary to serve a public use, represents a reasonable relationship to an overall plan of transmitting electricity in the public interest, and follows an acceptable route.
Keywords:  reporting, direct, unit
Direct Reporting Unit