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SoCalGas Rate Increase for Meter Replacement

Summary

SoCalGas plans to seek approval to replace 13-year-old smart meter modules across its system, costing average residential customers up to about $5.10 more per month starting in 2027, if approved.

At a glance

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Last discussed Mar 10, 2026.

Impact analysis

💰Financial impact

Up to about $5.10 a month for the average residential customer, phasing down over time; assistance programs like CARE offer 20% discounts.

✅Who benefits

Gas customers get reliable modern metering and leak detection; low-income and senior customers can access discount programs.

⚠️Who could be affected

Residential and business customers facing higher monthly gas bills.

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