Section 757.695 – Mitigation of energy burdens; costs collection.

(1) In addition to comprehensive classifications, tariff schedules, rates and bill credits, the Public Utility Commission may address the mitigation of energy burdens through bill reduction measures or programs that may include, but need not be limited to, demand response or weatherization. (2) The costs of tariff schedules, rates, bill credits or program discounts allowed […]

Section 757.698 – Low-income electric bill payment and crisis assistance.

(1) An electric company, as defined in ORS 757.600, or Oregon Community Power shall collect funds for low-income electric bill payment and crisis assistance in an amount determined by the Public Utility Commission. The commission shall: (a) Establish the amount to be collected and rates to be charged by each electric company from its customers, […]