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flag New York residents protest soaring electricity bills, with on-peak rates more than doubling from Dec 2025 to Feb 2026, sparking calls for investigation and consumer protections.

flag New York residents are protesting sharply rising electricity bills, with a petition led by Hudson Valley veteran Scott Harris calling for a New York Public Service Commission investigation into NYSEG rate hikes. flag On-peak rates jumped from about 12 cents per kilowatt-hour in December 2025 to roughly 30 cents by February 2026, while off-peak rates also surged. flag Despite some households cutting energy use by nearly half, bills have soared, straining families, seniors on fixed incomes, and small businesses. flag Supporters report bills exceeding $500, including one individual on SSI facing a $581 charge. flag The petition demands transparency, accountability, and potential consumer protections like refunds or rate caps, reflecting widespread frustration over affordability and utility oversight.

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