Tom Kean Jr.’s Absence Impact Could Cost Your Family Hundreds in Hidden Utility Fees This Summer
Your wallet is about to feel the heat of a political power vacuum. With New Jersey Congressman Tom Kean Jr. stepping back from key energy and environment subcommittees, consumer watchdogs are sounding the alarm that your monthly electric and gas bills could spike without his oversight. This absence impact means the door is wide open for utility companies to quietly slip through deregulation amendments that remove consumer protections, potentially adding $200 to $400 to your seasonal cooling costs. Don't let your summer budget get cooked—this is the one politician's loose grip on the gavel that hits your bank account hardest.