Pashinski calls on PUC to hold hearing in Wilkes-Barre on PPL rate hike request
Rep. Eddie Day Pashinski November 14, 2025 | 2:10 PM
WILKES-BARRE, Nov. 14 – State Rep. Eddie Day Pashinski, D-Luzerne, is urging the Pennsylvania Public Utility Commission to hold a public hearing in the Wilkes-Barre area regarding PPL Electric Utilities’ latest request to raise electric rates.
Pashinski said it is critical for residents, families and small businesses to have the opportunity to share how another rate increase would affect them -- especially as many continue to face rising costs for necessities.
“When families are already stretched thin, another rate hike could be devastating,” Pashinski said. “People in our community deserve the chance to speak directly to the commission about how these increases affect their household budgets and local businesses. Holding a public hearing right here in the Wilkes-Barre area would ensure their voices are heard.”
The latest PPL rate increase request -- if approved -- would raise monthly bills for customers across its service territory. Pashinski said that holding a hearing locally would make it easier for residents of Luzerne County and surrounding areas to participate in the decision-making process.
“The PUC’s job is to balance the needs of utility companies with the interests of consumers,” Pashinski added. “That can only happen if the public is given a fair chance to speak. I strongly urge the commission to schedule a hearing in the Wilkes-Barre region so our community’s concerns can be included in the official record.”
Residents interested in learning more about the rate request can visit www.puc.pa.gov.