Section 132203 Of Article 4. Powers And Functions From California Public Utilities Code >> Division 12.7. >> Chapter 2. >> Article 4.

. The commission may make contracts and enter into stipulations of any nature whatsoever, including, but not limited to, contracts and stipulations to indemnify and hold harmless, to employ labor, and to do all acts necessary and convenient for the full exercise of the powers granted in this chapter.