electric bills

Connecticut lawmakers have acted on a bipartisan bill to reduce the high cost of electricity as part of a frenzy of activity leading up to the end of their legislative session on Wednesday.

Top lawmakers on both sides of the aisle are fed up with talking about the Public Utilities Regulatory Authority (PURA). The authority has been a hot topic this year because of Connecticut’s high electricity rates.

Connecticut lawmakers are considering a move that could reduce electric bills by as much as 20%.

The recent charge increase, fueled by a hot month and higher funding for power from the Millstone nuclear plant, sparked outrage from ratepayers. Connecticut environmental advocates argue the charge is essential because it supports renewable energy programs, grid updates, and fortification.

United Illuminating, one of Connecticut’s leading energy providers, announced a 4.7% rate increase for the first half of 2025.

Long Islanders could expect higher electricity bills next year as the Long Island Power Authority unveiled its proposed $4.3 billion budget for 2025. Projections show an average monthly increase of about seven dollars, bringing the average customer’s bill to almost $200 per month.

United Illuminating, the power company that serves more than 340,000 Connecticut households, wants to raise its rates. But state lawmakers aren't on board.

Connecticut Republicans are again urging Gov. Ned Lamont to call the legislature into a special session to deal with rising electric rates.

Democratic leaders of the legislature’s Energy and Technology Committee have formally asked PURA to reconsider their decision. GOP leaders want Gov. Ned Lamont to call a special session.

Connecticut Republicans are urging Governor Ned Lamont to call a special session to address the high cost of electric rates.