Submitted by Office of State Sen. Norm Needleman
(August 23, 2025) — Starting in September, the Public Benefits charge on Connecticut utility bills will drop roughly 28%, saving between $9 and $15 monthly for customers of the state’s utilities. This adjustment, which reflects new bonding taken out by the state and adjustments to the state’s deal with the Millstone nuclear power complex, is the third time this year that electric rates have dropped, though hot, humid summer temperatures and four heat waves so far have resulted in high usage rates.
In 2025, electric charges will have been cut three times, and the three cuts together will save ratepayers up to $33 per month across public benefits, supply and distribution changes.
