FERC Reviews Natural Gas Pipeline Rate Changes
Published Date: 6/24/2026
Notice
Summary
The Federal Energy Regulatory Commission is reviewing new and updated natural gas pipeline rate filings that could affect customers starting June 1, 2026. Companies like Atmos Energy and Alliance Pipeline are proposing changes, and the public has until early July or late August to share their thoughts. These updates might impact how much people pay for natural gas, so it’s a good time to pay attention and speak up if you want.
Analyzed Economic Effects
2 provisions identified: 0 benefits, 0 costs, 2 mixed.
Atmos Energy Rate Update — Tennessee
If you are served by Atmos Energy's Kentucky/Mid-States Division (Tennessee), the company filed a rate update that is set to take effect on June 1, 2026. You can submit comments by 5:00 p.m. Eastern on July 7, 2026 and protests by 5:00 p.m. Eastern on August 17, 2026. This filing could change how much you pay for natural gas service.
Alliance Pipeline 45-Day Test Reports
Alliance Pipeline L.P. filed 45-day test period updates (and an errata) on June 15–16, 2026, with a public comment deadline of 5:00 p.m. Eastern on June 29, 2026. These report filings could affect charges for natural gas transportation and thus influence what shippers or downstream customers pay for gas service.
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