FERC Probes ComEd's Electric Rates: Fair Play or Overcharge?
Published Date: 7/3/2025
Notice
Summary
The Federal Energy Regulatory Commission is checking if Commonwealth Edison’s new electricity pricing is fair or not. If it’s found unfair, customers might get money back starting July 3, 2025. People who want to speak up have 21 days to join the conversation and share their thoughts.
Analyzed Economic Effects
3 provisions identified: 2 benefits, 0 costs, 1 mixed.
FERC opens investigation of ComEd rates
On June 30, 2025, FERC instituted a Section 206 investigation into Commonwealth Edison Company's formula rate and proposed tariff revisions to determine whether the rate is unjust, unreasonable, unduly discriminatory, or preferential.
Potential refunds effective July 3, 2025
If FERC finds Commonwealth Edison's formula rate unlawful, refunds to customers in Docket No. EL25-94-000 will be effective as of the date this notice was published in the Federal Register (July 3, 2025).
Public participation and OPP assistance available
Interested persons have 21 days from issuance of the June 30, 2025 order to file a notice of intervention or motion to intervene; the Commission's Office of Public Participation (OPP) can help members of the public (including landowners, community organizations, and Tribal members) access information and make filings via phone or email.
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