Be the first to know

      Topics you care about, straight to your inbox

      Your email address

      Default

      Be the first to know

      Topics you care about, straight to your inbox

      Your email address

        State lawmakers push utility companies to waive fees and aid fight skyrocketing power bills

        State Sen. Pete Harckham (D-40) is spearheading the effort, citing nearly 1.3 million households statewide falling behind on payments due to rising utility costs.

        News 12 Staff

        Mar 6, 2025, 12:18 PM

        Updated 5 hr ago

        Share:

        Local lawmakers are urging utility companies to waive late fees and ease payment plans.
        State Sen. Pete Harckham (D-40) is spearheading the effort, citing nearly 1.3 million households statewide falling behind on payments due to rising utility costs.
        Hundreds of outraged energy customers in the region have contacted News 12 about sudden bill spikes.
        Companies attribute the increases to higher usage. Gov. Kathy Hochul has ordered audits into utility companies across the state.