DOVER, DE – The Delaware State Senate Republican Caucus issued the below statement this afternoon upon receiving numerous constituent concerns related to their most recent electricity bills.
“Over the past week, we have received emails, letters, social media messages, and phone calls from constituents regarding dramatic increases to their energy bills. Some increase was to be expected due to the frigid temperatures our state has experienced throughout January, but many Delmarva Power ratepayers have expressed deep concerns about their bills nearly doubling or more compared to the prior month. We have been in contact with the Public Service Commission and liaisons with Delmarva Power requesting answers.
“Although most increases are likely attributed to the extremely cold weather, there have been numerous pieces of legislation passed and signed into law in recent years, despite Republican opposition, that have directly impacted the price of utility bills. Our staff is in the process of researching any adverse outcomes the Renewable Energy Portfolio Standards Act may have contributed to the increased costs.
“As we continue to analyze the data, we remain committed to identifying solutions that can help lower costs for Delaware families.”
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