Natural Gas Firms File Pipeline Rate Hikes with FERC
Published Date: 9/29/2025
Notice
Summary
The Federal Energy Regulatory Commission got new filings from natural gas companies asking to change pipeline rates and agreements starting this fall. If you’re a customer or stakeholder, you can comment or get involved before the deadlines in early to mid-October. These changes might affect how much you pay or how services run, so keep an eye on the dates and speak up if you want a say!
Analyzed Economic Effects
2 provisions identified: 1 benefits, 0 costs, 1 mixed.
Pipeline filings could change your gas bills
The Federal Energy Regulatory Commission received filings proposing changes to natural gas pipeline rates and operating conditions that list effective dates of 8/28/2025 (Columbia Gas of Ohio, Docket PR25-69-000), 10/7/2025 (Tennessee Gas Pipeline negotiated rate with Pfizer, Docket RP25-1154-000), and 11/1/2025 (Kern River Gas Transmission miscellaneous modifications, Docket RP25-1155-000). The notice says these filings might affect how much you pay or how pipeline services run.
You can comment or intervene before deadlines
If you are a customer, landowner, community group, Tribal member, or other stakeholder, you can intervene, protest, or comment on these dockets by filing under the Commission's rules. The listed comment dates are 5:00 p.m. ET on October 15, 2025 (Docket PR25-69-000) and 5:00 p.m. ET on October 6, 2025 (Dockets RP25-1154-000 and RP25-1155-000); the Commission's Office of Public Participation can help at (202) 502-6595 or [email protected].
Your PRIA Score
Personalized for You
How does this regulation affect your finances?
Sign up for a PRIA Policy Scan to see your personalized alignment score for this federal register document and every other regulation we track. We analyze your financial profile against policy provisions to show you exactly what matters to your wallet.
Key Dates
Department and Agencies
Related Federal Register Documents
2026-10313 — Commission Information Collection Activity (Ferc-549); Comment Request; Extension
FERC is extending its current paperwork rules for natural gas transactions for another three years with no changes. This affects companies involved in certain gas deals, but there’s no new cost or extra work. If you want to share your thoughts, you’ve got until June 22, 2026, to speak up!
2026-10314 — Western Area Power Administration; Notice of Filing
The Western Area Power Administration fixed a small mistake in its power rate records that started April 1, 2026. This update mainly affects customers and companies using their power rates, with a chance to comment or protest by June 4, 2026. No big money changes are announced, but folks should act fast if they want to speak up!
2026-10223 — Southwest Gas Storage Company; Notice of Request Under Blanket Authorization and Establishing Intervention and Protest Deadline
Southwest Gas Storage Company wants to close and plug five old, leaky wells and related pipes in Oklahoma to keep their gas storage running smoothly. This cleanup helps stop salty water from causing problems and keeps things safe and efficient. If you want to speak up or get involved, you’ve got until a set deadline to file your protest or join the discussion.
2026-10091 — Commission Information Collection Activities (FERC-919); Comment Request; Extension
FERC is extending its current info collection rules for another three years without any changes. This affects public utilities that sell electricity at market-based rates, making sure their prices stay fair. If you want to share your thoughts, you’ve got until July 20, 2026, to comment—no extra costs or new paperwork coming your way!
2026-10095 — Commission Information Collection Activities (FERC-725S); Comment Request; Extension
FERC is asking for public comments to extend the approval of a key info collection about emergency power rules—no changes, just a renewal. This affects electric companies that help keep the lights on during emergencies. Comments are due by July 20, 2026, and there’s no new cost or paperwork increase involved.
2026-09998 — Revisions to Oil Pipeline Regulations Pursuant to the Energy Policy Act of 1992; Notice of Annual Change in the Producer Price Index for Finished Goods
Starting July 1, 2026, oil pipelines will update their maximum rates using a new number based on the Producer Price Index for Finished Goods, adjusted down by 0.55%. This change means pipeline rates can go up by about 1.4% for the next year. Pipeline companies and customers should get ready for this small but important price update that keeps things fair and predictable.
Previous / Next Documents
Previous: 2025-18834 — Combined Notice of Filings #1
The Federal Energy Regulatory Commission got new filings from energy companies like Duke Energy Florida and Green River Energy Center. These filings include requests to approve business changes, confirm special energy statuses, and update power rates. If you’re involved or interested, mark your calendar—comments are due between October 9 and November 24, 2025, and some changes could affect energy prices or company control.
Next: 2025-18836 — North American Electric Reliability Corporation: Notice of Filing
The North American Electric Reliability Corporation (NERC) just sent in their yearly report about how they find and fix problems to keep our electric grid safe and reliable. This update affects energy companies and anyone who cares about steady electricity. If you want to speak up or ask questions, you’ve got until October 8, 2025, to file your comments—no extra costs involved!