Your Electric Bill Is About to Skyrocket—and a New Law Is to Blame
Starting next month, a new federal law quietly passed last week will allow power companies to tack on a "grid modernization fee" to every household's monthly bill, costing the average family an extra $47 a year. The law, buried in a budget package, exempts corporations from the fee, meaning you're subsidizing their power usage. But here's the kicker: a loophole lets utilities use this money for executive bonuses, not just infrastructure. Check your next bill for a hidden "MPA" surcharge—and call your rep before your wallet bleeds dry.