Show-Me Utility Shut Off New Rules

Given rising costs . . . Here's a bit more context on extra consumer protections . . . Check-it: 

The legislature changed the state's hot and cold weather rules in a massive utility bill called SB4, which takes effect Thursday.

Before, utilities had to pause disconnections for 24 hours when extreme hot or cold weather was in the forecast. Now, they'll be prevented from shutting off service for 72 hours if temperatures are predicted to be extreme. The rule applies to natural gas or electric utilities.

In the summer, defined as June 1 to Sept. 30, the temperature cutoff is 95 degrees or a 105 heat index. In the winter, Nov. 1 to March 31, it's 32 degrees or freezing.

Read more via www.TonysKansasCity.com link . . .

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