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LAS VEGAS — Utility shutoff notices continue to increase in 2026 due to rising energy rates, increased consumption, and rising consumer debt.
Across the country, utility bill debt is rising. According to the National Energy Assistance Directors Association (NEADA), 16% of U.S. households were behind on their electricity bills in December 2025, and this number is expected to rise…