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•Lawmakers push back on fixed rates for California utility bills
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Low-income utility customers already can opt into two state programs titled the California Alternate Rates for Energy .
The new tiered system for a fixed rate on your utility bill would be based on how much you make.
California Public Utilities Commission has several proposals in front of it.
Some SMUD, Roseville and Modesto customers already have fixed rates from $ 24 -30.
AB 1999 needs to be heard by the Utilities and Energy Committee by April 26 .
The CPUC has until July 1 to accept a proposal.
PG&E says it supports a fixed charge because it would reduce electric bills of low-income customers.
The fixed charge would bring no new revenue for utilities.
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