MidAmerican Proposes Gas Rate Hike | Des Moines News

MidAmerican Energy is proposing a 5% hike in natural gas delivery rates to fund critical infrastructure upgrades—replacing aging pipes, modernizing tech, and ensuring safety and reliability—without raising the cost of the gas itself. The average monthly bill would only increase by about $2.89, still keeping rates lower than 20 years ago and among the lowest in Iowa. The Iowa Utilities Commission will decide final approval, with a temporary increase refundable if the final rate is lower. Public meetings in September invite customer input. This is framed as a necessary investment to prevent future disruptions and keep bills affordable long-term. Listen in comfort:Get a discount on a Soli Pillow: http://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/cd5ae34d272ff045