Allison Clements | |
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 Official portrait, 2022 | |
| Member of the Federal Energy Regulatory Commission | |
| In office December 8, 2020 –June 30, 2024 | |
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| Preceded by | Cheryl LaFleur |
| Succeeded by | Judy Chang |
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| Born | Allison Suzanne Clements |
| Political party | Democratic |
| Spouse | Raymond Henger |
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1 Stayed on for a few months after transition 2 Briefly served as acting chairman | ||
