Gas companies file tweaks to rates and deals ahead of summer
Published Date: 5/7/2026
Notice
Summary
Several natural gas companies have filed requests to change their pipeline rates and agreements, with most changes set to start by June 1, 2026. These updates could affect customers and businesses relying on natural gas by adjusting costs or contract terms. If you want to speak up or get involved, you need to comment by mid-May 2026.
Analyzed Economic Effects
2 provisions identified: 1 benefits, 0 costs, 1 mixed.
Multiple pipeline rate change filings
Several natural gas pipeline companies filed requests to change their rates and contract terms with many filings set to be effective on May 1, 2026 or June 1, 2026. These filings could change what customers and businesses that rely on natural gas pay or the terms of their contracts.
Public comment and intervention deadlines
If you want to protest or intervene in these rate proceedings you must file by 5:00 p.m. Eastern on the specified comment dates (examples: May 12, 2026; May 13, 2026; May 18, 2026). Intervention is required to become a party to the proceeding.
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