(NewsNation) — After years of stalled elections for Georgia’s utilities board, two incumbent Republicans are facing off against Democratic challengers in a special election Tuesday.

The state’s Public Service Commission — made up of five elected commissioners and dozens of staff members — determines electricity, natural gas and telephone pricing for the Peach State’s population.

The past two PSC races were put on hold after a federal judge determined the way Georgia elected its commissioners violated the Voting Rights Act, and court battles ensued. Since the first delay in 2022, the board has approved six utility rate hikes for Georgians.

While candidates must reside in their district, voters statewide can cast their ballots for the position, which serves a four-year term.

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