DC Council Tries to Cap Utility Costs | Washington DC News

DC council members are pushing a new bill to slash utility bills by forcing Pepco and Washington Gas to shoulder the cost of infrastructure instead of customers—after average home power bills jumped $17 monthly in five years. Pepco blames rising demand from data centers and EVs plus clean energy transitions, while the bill would cap future-cost estimates and give council more control over gas line upgrades. Washington Gas warns delaying repairs raises long-term costs and risks. Public hearings continue—with a second one Thursday. Support the show:Get a discount at https://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise on DNN:[email protected] This is an automated, high-level news summary based on public reporting.Report issues to [email protected]. View sources & latest updates:https://sources.thednn.ai/226b8b6e1f1c052d