PG&E has launched a new bill-matching program to help income-qualified customers pay overdue energy bills, offering up to $1,000 in matching funds in addition to existing assistance options.

Maryland’s Democratic leadership is pursuing new legislation aimed at alleviating rising energy costs for residents. Governor Wes Moore, Senate President Bill Ferguson, and House Speaker Joseline Peña-Melnyk have endorsed the Utility RELIEF (Reducing Energy Load Inflation for Everyday Families) Act, intending to provide ratepayers with approximately $150 in annual savings while implementing new regulations for

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On May 8, 2026 the New York State Senate moved an eleventh extender bill to keep state government operating through May 14, approving a measure the sponsor said appropriates $2.9 billion while members pressed for clarity on outstanding policy disputes and distribution of table targets.

Gov. Kathy Hochul said rebate checks of up to about $200 will start going out next week to 8.2 million households, part of funds negotiated with the legislature to ease winter utility burdens.

Hochul said New York paid $1 billion in overdue utility debt for nearly 500,000 households after COVID and that her administration has provided about $6.6 billion in direct utility bill relief plus $1.4 billion for weatherization and energy efficiency projects.

The Public Service Commission unanimously voted to publish revised permanent interconnection regulations in the Maryland Register, moving to replace emergency rules; commissioners narrowed reporting requirements, adopting some metrics and rejecting others before the vote.

Governor Wes Moore announced today that recent outcomes from the PJM capacity auction have resulted in $13.3 billion in savings for consumers throughout the PJM region. Governor Moore advocated for the establishment of a price cap within the capacity market, collaborating with other governors to mitigate rising energy costs linked to rapid data center expansion.

Missouri details tax rules for agricultural fuel usage and domestic utility services.

At its April 5 meeting, Spencer County Fiscal Court adopted a resolution to apply for Community Development Block Grant-CV utility-relief funding. KIPDA said the county would receive roughly $184,000 after an 8% admin fee to pay delinquent water and sewer bills for eligible residents.

The council approved appointments, several permit and grant items, utility hardship relief for furloughed federal workers, contracts and planning/ zoning introductions. This roundup lists key outcomes and linkage to agenda numbers where recorded.

Maryland Governor Wes Moore is advocating for significant changes to the PJM Interconnection, the largest electricity market in the United States. The call for reform comes amid rising power bills and increased political pressure on the market. PJM Interconnection manages electricity across 13 states in the Midwest and Mid-Atlantic regions and hosts the world’s greatest

Governor Phil Murphy has initiated a series of actions aimed at easing the impact of predicted utility price increases set to begin on June 1, 2025. Recognizing the significant burden these increases will place on New Jersey residents, Governor Murphy emphasized the need for the state’s four electric utilities to actively participate in finding solutions to the PJM cost crisis, citing their substantial profits over the past decade. The administration pledges to explore all possible avenues to lessen the impact on ratepayers. The New Jersey Board of Public Utilities (NJBPU), under the guidance of President Christine Guhl-Sadovy, is central to these mitigation efforts. The board recently approved a second Residential Energy Assistance Payment and is expanding the Universal Service Fund (USF) program to provide bill credits for customers earning up to 60% of the state's median income. Furthermore, a new allocation for the Community Solar Energy Program (CSEP) has been released, offering guaranteed savings and discounts of at least 15% for participants. The NJBPU is also advancing grid-scale solar projects through a Competitive Solar Solicitation. The administration highlights the importance of clean energy sources, particularly solar and storage, as crucial for long-term cost reduction and reliable power. To further stabilize energy costs, the NJBPU, acting on the Governor’s direction, has launched a Request for Information concerning nuclear generation and advanced nuclear technologies. Existing energy efficiency programs, already delivering $600 million in customer savings, will continue to generate further savings. Various assistance programs are accessible to utility customers, including the Universal Service Fund, Fresh Start Program, Payment Assistance for Gas and Electric (PAGE) Program, Low Income Home Energy Assistance Program, Lifeline, NJ Shares, NJ Comfort Partners, and the Winter Termination Program, which prevents service disruption during the winter months. The Murphy Administration remains dedicated to ensuring affordable energy for all residents and assisting them in navigating these challenging times.

After a lengthy debate about fairness and fiscal impact, the council committee approved a one-time $28 credit to water and sewer customers tied to the June 2026 ice storm; Metro Water said state law requires the credit be applied uniformly, and the measure carries an estimated $6 million fiscal note.