Rhode Island Energy electric customers are scheduled to receive fixed monthly credits beginning in October, while gas credits begin in December after deferred gas-cost balances are addressed.
An executive order from Gov. Dan McKee directs the state energy office to seek a $28 million residential electric-bill credit as energy-assistance calls surge.
Rhode Island has directed $28 million toward a proposed statewide electric-bill credit as the residential winter supply rate is expected to rise, but residents must wait for PUC approval before relief becomes final or automatic.
Providence households could receive winter electric-bill relief under a proposed $28 million plan, but the credit and billing details still require Public Utilities Commission action.
Hope Valley electric customers could see about $61 in proposed winter relief as Rhode Island reviews a statewide credit for higher supply rates.
