PURA Holds Public Comment Hearings on CNG/SNG Rate Application

CT PURA Press Releases

Published December 12th, 2023

Detected February 27th, 2026

Summary

The Connecticut Public Utilities Regulatory Authority (PURA) will hold public comment hearings to gather ratepayer feedback on an application by Connecticut Natural Gas Corporation and The Southern Connecticut Gas Company to amend their existing rate schedules. These hearings are part of the regulatory process for reviewing proposed changes to utility rates.

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What changed

The Connecticut Public Utilities Regulatory Authority (PURA) has announced public comment hearings concerning a rate application filed by Connecticut Natural Gas Corporation and The Southern Connecticut Gas Company. The application seeks to amend the companies' existing rate schedules, and PURA is soliciting feedback from ratepayers as part of its review process. This action indicates a formal step in the regulatory review of proposed changes to natural gas utility rates within Connecticut.

Regulated entities and consumers in Connecticut should be aware of these upcoming hearings and consider submitting their feedback to PURA. While specific compliance deadlines are not detailed in this announcement, interested parties should monitor the proceedings and the eventual decision by PURA regarding the rate application. The outcome of this review will impact the rates charged by these natural gas providers.

What to do next

Monitor PURA proceedings regarding the CNG/SNG rate application.
Consider submitting ratepayer feedback to PURA during the public comment hearings.

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