Gas Transmission Firm Files for 2025 Pipeline Rate Changes
Published Date: 1/31/2025
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Summary
The Federal Energy Regulatory Commission got a new filing from Kern River Gas Transmission about changing pipeline rates starting August 1, 2025. If you’re affected, like landowners or energy users, you can speak up by February 10, 2025. These changes could impact how much you pay or get refunded for natural gas.
Analyzed Economic Effects
3 provisions identified: 2 benefits, 0 costs, 1 mixed.
Pipeline Rate Change May Alter Gas Bills
Kern River Gas Transmission filed to change pipeline rates that are scheduled to take effect on August 1, 2025. If you use natural gas or are otherwise affected, these changes could change how much you pay or how much you might receive in refunds for natural gas.
You Can Comment or Intervene by Feb 10, 2025
People affected by the filing can intervene, protest, or file comments with FERC by 5:00 p.m. Eastern time on February 10, 2025. Intervention (following Rules 211, 214, or 206) is necessary if you want to become a party to the proceeding and seek refunds or other relief.
FERC Offers Public Participation Help
FERC's Office of Public Participation (OPP) can help members of the public — including landowners, environmental justice communities, and Tribal members — access information and file interventions or comments. Contact OPP at (202) 502-6595 or [email protected] for assistance.
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