Rate Hike Request

The state Public Utility Commission approved a rate hike for UGI Utilities for the second straight year, almost 6%, but a settlement blocks the utility asking for another base-rate hike before 2029. UGI can still raise rates based on the cost of gas.

Thousands of Pennsylvanians dropped their health plans purchased on the state’s Affordable Care Act marketplace, Pennie, after the expiration of federal subsidies more than doubled monthly costs. Now, many health insurers that offer plans through Pennie are proposing rate increases for 2027.

PPL Electric Utility wants 7% higher rates for residential customers. State regulators have scheduled hearings next month in Scranton and Catasaqua so customers can comment.