Pennsylvania Public Utility Commission

High winds, showers & thunderstorms are likely today. Watch for downed power lines & stay away from them. If your power goes out, call your electric company.

PUC will hold its next Damage Prevention Committee meeting virtually on Tuesday, June 8 at 9 AM. Members of the public, media & others will be able to access the meeting through Microsoft Teams. Details at https://www.puc.pa.gov//puc-damage-prevention-committee-me

Registration Deadline is JUNE 4 for telephonic hearings scheduled to gather public input from PECO Electric customers. Register by contacting Pennsylvania Office of Consumer Advocate Details at https://www.puc.pa.gov//puc-reminds-southeastern-pa-consum

PUC reminds electric utility customers of June 1 price changes; urges ‘Checkup’ on utility bills & supplier contracts https://www.puc.pa.gov//puc-reminds-electric-utility-custo

On Memorial Day, we honor all those who have died serving our country in military service. The PUC Offices are closed today.

PUC encourages utilities to use cybersecurity best practices & remain vigilant after ransomware threats https://www.puc.pa.gov//ransomware-threats-prompt-puc-cybe

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PUC announces telephonic Public Input Hearings for Pike County Light & Power's request for a rate increase for electric & natural gas service on Monday, Feb. 8 at 1 & 6 PM. Details at https://www.puc.pa.gov//puc-announces-public-input-hearing

In observance of Martin Luther King Jr. Day, the PUC Offices are closed today. The Commission will reopen during regular business hours on Tuesday, January 19.

Reminder that the PUC is closed on Monday, January 18 in honor of Martin Luther King Jr. Day.

PUC approved a joint settlement resolving an investigation of CenturyLink involving consumer complaints of delayed telephone & broadband installation. Settlement included a civil penalty of $32,050 for alleged violations. https://www.puc.pa.gov//puc-approves-settlement-with-centu

PUC recognizes the 6th Annual Imagine a Day Without Water to raise awareness about the value of water. https://www.puc.pa.gov//puc-joins-6th-annual-imagine-a-day

PUC seeks comments on proposed settlement with Reliant Energy Northeast concerning sales & marketing practices. Details at https://www.puc.pa.gov//puc-seeks-comment-on-proposed-sett

PUC sets Public Input Hearings for Reynolds Disposal Company's request for a proposed rate increase for wastewater customers in Delaware & Mercer Counties. http://www.puc.pa.gov/about_puc/press_releases.aspx

PUC is currently accepting Damage Prevention Committee nominations for reps from the following industries: 1. Non-municipally owned/affiliated facility owner industries 2. Excavators 3. Local government Details & Application at http://www.puc.pa.gov/about_puc/press_releases.aspx

PUC will hold its next Damage Prevention Committee meeting virtually on Wednesday, October 14 at 9 AM. Members of the public, media & others will be able to access the meeting through Microsoft Teams. Details at http://www.puc.pa.gov/about_puc/press_releases.aspx

Have a great Columbus Day! The PUC Offices are closed today. The offices will reopen on Tuesday during normal work hours.

PUC released a Management Efficiency Investigation of SUEZ Water PA evaluating the implementation of recommendations from a March 2017 Audit Report, showing the company implemented half of PUC recommendations & has acted on another 8. http://www.puc.pa.gov/about_puc/press_releases.aspx

PUC releases its 2019-20 annual report on PUC management audits & efficiency investigations, which work to identify efficiencies and savings for utilities, including potential improvements in operations, service reliability & safety programs. http://www.puc.pa.gov/about_puc/press_releases.aspx

PUC has released a detailed review of the driver background check process used in Pennsylvania by Lyft - recommendations made to strengthen the background check process used by Lyft. For the full report: http://www.puc.pa.gov/about_puc/press_releases.aspx

October is National Cybersecurity Awareness Month. The PUC encourages utilities & consumers to learn tips to stay secure online while increasing resilience against cyberthreats. http://www.puc.pa.gov/about_puc/press_releases.aspx

Today the Commission approved a settlement that reduces a base rate increase request by UGI Utilities Gas Division. Over the settlement’s 3-year phase-in, the average residential heating customer’s bill will increase by approx. $3.13/month or 3.8%. Details: http://www.puc.pa.gov/about_puc/press_releases.aspx

The PUC will hold a telephonic public meeting on Thursday, October 8 at 10 AM. Interested parties can listen to the meeting by calling 1-888-917-8050, and then entering passcode 9570961# beginning at 9:45 AM. Agenda: http://www.puc.pa.gov/General/pm_agendas/2020/pm100820.pdf

High winds are expected today. This may cause brief power outages or downed lines. Reminder to report both to your electric utility - and stay away from downed lines, they may still be electrified.

REMINDER: Voluntary 10-digit dialing in 814 Area Code begins on October 3 & the PUC urges residents & businesses to prepare for arrival of a new overlay area code http://www.puc.pa.gov/about_puc/press_releases.aspx

PUC reminds electric customers that enhanced disclosure rules geared to provide additional consumer protections & ensure greater transparency with product offerings from electric suppliers take effect on Sept. 30. http://www.puc.pa.gov/about_puc/press_releases.aspx