WILMINGTON, Del. – Governor Matt Meyer has announced a comprehensive plan to combat rising energy costs in Delaware, calling for stronger consumer protections and immediate relief for Delmarva Power customers who have seen significant bill increases. The governor emphasized that families should not have to choose between heating their homes and paying for groceries.
The plan includes both immediate actions and long-term legislative measures aimed at ensuring affordable and fair energy pricing. Governor Meyer underscored that while renewable energy policies are not to blame for rising costs, a lack of accountability in the energy system has allowed utility companies to pass unnecessary costs onto consumers.
Immediate actions in the plan include demanding rate adjustments for Delmarva Power customers affected by recent bill hikes, appointing a new Public Advocate to challenge unfair rate hikes, and reappointing a Public Service Commission (PSC) Commissioner to strengthen oversight. The governor also intends to review and overhaul the PSC dispute resolution process to improve transparency and responsiveness for consumers.
In addition to these immediate actions, Governor Meyer is supporting a legislative package aimed at increasing transparency and accountability. Proposed Senate bills include measures to strengthen consumer protections, prevent utilities from using customer funds for unregulated activities, and increase public access to information on energy-related decisions.
The governor is working with legislators, consumer advocates, and energy regulators to ensure these reforms move forward swiftly.
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