At the committee’s first meeting of 2026, members voted 6-0 to advance an ordinance that expands water and sewer billing adjustments, clarifies "department error" cases and refines the commissioner's authority over credits and appeals.

Baltimore Gas & Electric (BGE) customers can expect slight increases in their summer bills due to rising energy rates across the PJM region, but a new regulation taking effect in 2026 will provide an average decrease of $3.36 per month on BGE bills, offsetting some of the anticipated rise. The change is attributed to a shift in the auction process that included previously untapped power sources, such as the Brandan Shores and Wagner facilities, contributing to previous rate increases.

PSE&G Adjusts Customer Relief Plan Amid Rising Electric Costs Public Service Electric and Gas Company (PSE&G) has revised its proposal to the New Jersey Board of Public Utilities, aiming to provide temporary financial assistance to customers struggling with higher electric bills this summer. This adjustment comes in response to concerns raised by Governor Murphy and is primarily driven by significant increases in electricity supply costs within the PJM Interconnection. While PSE&G emphasizes that the utility isn't directly responsible for these price spikes, they are actively working to mitigate the impact on consumers. The revised plan includes several relief measures. Customers can expect potential bill offsets, the suspension of reconnection fees, expanded support through the Winter Termination Program, and the waiver of carrying charges on temporary credits. The exact level of bill offsets is still being determined, with options initially presented ranging from 100% to 25%. Beyond immediate assistance, PSE&G is advocating for broader policy and legal changes to stabilize electricity pricing across the PJM grid. PSE&G highlights its commitment to both affordability and reliability, pointing out that residential electric bills, when adjusted for inflation, remain comparable to rates seen in 2008. The company’s actions reflect an ongoing effort to address customer concerns and find sustainable solutions to fluctuating energy costs. Share this information: Twitter: [https://twitter.com/intent/tweet?text=PSE%2BG+Amends+Plan+to+Aid+Customers+Facing+Electric+Bill+Hikes&url=https://www.shorenewsnetwork.com/2024/05/23/pse-g-amends-plan-to-aid-customers-facing-electric-bill-hikes/&via=shorenewsnetwork] Facebook: [https://www.shorenewsnetwork.com/2024/05/23/pse-g-amends-plan-to-aid-customers-facing-electric-bill-hikes/] Email: [https://www.shorenewsnetwork.com/2024/05/23/pse-g-amends-plan-to-aid-customers-facing-electric-bill-hikes/] LinkedIn: [https://www.shorenewsnetwork.com/2024/05/23/pse-g-amends-plan-to-aid-customers-facing-electric-bill-hikes/]

Greensville County Water & Sewer Authority asked the board to authorize engineering and pump purchases to rehabilitate the Colorado Avenue sewer pump station and presented a voluntary leak-protection program (vendor-run) that staff will return with a draft policy at budget time for public review.

Residents face rising water bills, prompting proposed budget changes to cap sewer charges and reduce costs.