April 1, 2026 − The following is attributable to Senator Steve Santarsiero (D-10):
“Families across Bucks County are facing a real cost-of-living crisis, made worse by skyrocketing gas prices; PECO’s proposed rate increase is simply out of touch with that reality,” said Senator Santarsiero. “I support HB1834 and the Governor’s GRID plan to make sure developers of data centers bear the costs of the energy infrastructure needed to support them. I urge Senate leadership to take up this bill along with other components of the Governor’s Lightning Plan to help lower energy costs. By diversifying our energy mix through proposals like PRESS (Pennsylvania Reliable Energy Sustainability Standard), PACER (Pennsylvania Climate Emissions Reduction Act), and Community Solar, we can reduce utility bills for consumers while responsibly addressing climate change. Governor Shapiro and the House are showing leadership on this issue. Now it’s time for Senate Republican leadership to act and stand up for Pennsylvania families struggling with rising energy costs.”
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