JCP&L files proposal for $253 million base distribution rate increase in New Jersey

PUBT · 2d ago
JCP&L files proposal for $253 million base distribution rate increase in New Jersey
  • FirstEnergy unit Jersey Central Power & Light filed a base-rate proposal with New Jersey regulators that defers residential delivery-rate impacts until January 2028.
  • Plan seeks a USD 253 million base distribution-rate increase; bill effect estimated at about 7% once proposed 2027 offsets expire in 2028.
  • Separate dedicated charge would recover USD 476 million in deferred storm costs starting January 2028, spread over 10 years.
  • Typical residential bill using 767 kWh would rise about 8.8%, or USD 14.23 a month, from USD 162.30 if the filing takes effect.
  • Proposal supports USD 2.1 billion in additional base distribution investment within a broader USD 6.9 billion five-year capital plan.


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