Oklahoma customers say electric bills are soaring as PSO rate case continues
TULSA, Okla. – Some Oklahoma families say their electric bills have become increasingly difficult to afford after an interim rate increase from Public Service Company of Oklahoma (PSO) took effect in July.
What to Know
- Some Oklahoma customers say their electric bills have increased by hundreds of dollars this summer.
- One Tulsa customer’s latest PSO bill totaled $766.19.
- Another customer shared a bill totaling $520.48.
- PSO says payment plans, bill extensions and energy-saving assistance programs are available.
- The Oklahoma Corporation Commission says the interim rate increase is temporary while the rate case is reviewed.
- A final decision on the rate request is expected later this fall.
Why are some Oklahoma customers frustrated with their electric bills?
Candance Valentine-Jones said opening her latest bill has become something she dreads. Her most recent PSO bill totaled $766.19, which she said is more than her monthly car payment.
“I was like, I’m working just to pay bills. I’m not even working to get my basic needs like food and gas, car insurance, and all of that,” Valentine-Jones said.
What are other customers experiencing?
Valentine-Jones is not alone…