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Between June 2025 and May 2026, 344,589 Ohio households lost electric service for nonpayment. That is roughly 1 in 13 customers. If you are behind, do not wait for the notice. Help exists, and it works better early.
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September 16, 2026 at 8:00 PM
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Cooler months are on the way. The Home Energy Assistance Program (HEAP[AC5.1]) may help income-eligible households with winter heating costs once the season opens.
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September 8, 2026 at 7:19 PM
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Planning a meeting for a community group, library, or senior center? OCC will send a speaker to cover utility topics, from reading your bill to spotting scams, at no charge.
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Speakers Bureau | Office of the Ohio Consumers' Counsel
Speakers BureauThe Office of the Ohio Consumers' Counsel (OCC) provides knowledgeable outreach and education professionals to talk about issues concerning the electric, natural gas, telephone, and…
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August 6, 2026 at 3:02 PM
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Falling behind on a utility bill is stressful, and no one should have to sort it out alone. OCC's assistance page gathers the programs and protections that can help you keep service on.
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Ohio Utility Assistance – Where to Start
The Office of the Ohio Consumers' Counsel (OCC) offers information on bill-payment assistance programs and disconnection protections for utility consumers. In this video, learn about…
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August 4, 2026 at 2:03 PM
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Signing a new lease this summer? Find out how you will receive and pay for utilities before you commit. OCC's Utility Guide to Renting covers the questions worth asking.
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July 31, 2026 at 1:03 PM
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Want the latest news on Ohio utility cases and consumer alerts delivered to your inbox? Subscribe to OCC’s monthly newsletter today: www.occ.ohio.gov/newsletters. #StayInformed #OhioConsumers
April 29, 2026 at 4:30 PM
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Local public hearings on AEP Ohio’s proposed rate increase will be held beginning the first week of December. Speak up and make your voice part of the record. Details: www.occ.ohio.gov/factsheet/ae...
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AEP Ohio Rate Increase 25-0392-EL-AIR | Office of the Ohio Consumers' Counsel
AEP Ohio Wants to Raise Your Electric BillAdding to the pain from a recent 36% jump in the Standard Service Offer Price. If approved, a typical AEP residential consumer’s annual bill could go up by…
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November 21, 2025 at 2:07 PM
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AEP Ohio wants to raise your electric bills again, adding another $50 a year for the typical consumer. Learn what’s proposed and how to get involved: www.occ.ohio.gov/factsheet/ae...
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AEP Ohio Rate Increase 25-0392-EL-AIR | Office of the Ohio Consumers' Counsel
AEP Ohio Wants to Raise Your Electric BillAdding to the pain from a recent 36% jump in the Standard Service Offer Price. If approved, a typical AEP residential consumer’s annual bill could go up by…
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November 20, 2025 at 2:07 PM
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Utility issues and regulations can be complex. That’s why the Ohio Consumers’ Counsel is here, to make sense of it all and advocate for Ohio’s ratepayers. www.occ.ohio.gov/about-occ #ConsumerAdvocacy #OhioConsumers
October 7, 2025 at 4:36 PM
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While Ohio consumers cannot choose the monopoly utility that provides their energy distribution utility, they can choose the supplier for the electricity or natural gas they use. Learn how to choose wisely: youtu.be/uDBgMyiSS20 #EnergyChoice #OhioConsumers #SaveMoney
Understanding Your Energy Choices
Generally don't get to choose your local utility in Ohio, the company that delivers your energy through wires or pipes. But you can choose which company supplies the electricity or natural gas that…
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September 22, 2025 at 3:36 PM
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Find out how potential rate increases could impact you with OCC’s Consumer Alerts www.occ.ohio.gov/consumer-ale... #OhioConsumers #UtilityRates #ConsumerRights
Consumer Alerts | Office of the Ohio Consumers' Counsel
Consumer AlertsThe Public Utilities Commission of Ohio (PUCO) holds public hearings to give consumers an opportunity to comment about utility issues. For cases involving potential rate increases, the…
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September 8, 2025 at 3:30 PM
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OCC’s “Make Your Voice Heard at the PUCO” fact sheet shows how Ohio consumers can attend or comment at PUCO rate hearings that affect energy prices. Use your power: www.occ.ohio.gov/factsheet/ma... #OhioConsumers #PublicPower
August 11, 2025 at 3:14 PM
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The Ohio Consumers Counsel’s 2024 Annual Report is out! Learn how we secured savings, advocated for fair utility policies, and empowered Ohioans to reduce bills. Read how we’re working for you: www.occ.ohio.gov/content/occ-... #OhioConsumers #UtilityAdvocacy #ConsumerRights
April 1, 2025 at 5:47 PM