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Wed Oct 30, 2024, 08:04 PM Wednesday

Gov. Newsom issues executive order aimed at lowering electric bills

With Californians angry about their skyrocketing electric bills, Gov. Gavin Newsom issued an executive order on Wednesday aimed at giving them some relief.

The governor’s order directs the state Public Utilities and Energy commissions to find ways to try to lower power bills in the future, or at the minimum to stop them from rising so quickly.

Among the actions he asks for is a closer review of how utilities are spending money to stop transmission lines from sparking wildfires. State officials say those wildfire mitigation costs now make up about 13% of customers’ monthly electric bills.

“We’re taking action to address rising electricity costs and save consumers money on their bills," Newsom said. "California is proving that we can address affordability concerns as we continue our world-leading efforts to combat the climate crisis.”

https://www.yahoo.com/news/gov-newsom-issues-executive-order-200007347.html

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