"California Utilities Commission Proposes Fixed Monthly Charges to Lower Power Bills"

The California Public Utilities Commission is proposing a monthly fixed fee of $24.15 for around 11 million customers of the state’s major utility companies, aiming to shift from energy-based to income-based rates. While lower-income households may see lower overall costs, higher-income customers in cooler regions could pay more. The proposal, which could be approved in May, aims to incentivize energy-efficient technology adoption but faces opposition from some lawmakers and members of Congress.