What is the Hot Weather Rule? The Hot Weather Rule prohibits utilities from disconnecting residential electricity service due to nonpayment of a utility bill during times of extreme heat.
When does the Hot Weather Rule go into effect? The Hot Weather Rules goes into effect every year from June 1 to September 30.
What is the Cold Weather Rule? The Cold Weather Rule prohibits a utility company from disconnecting gas or electric utility service that is necessary to operate home heating equipment (such as a furnace) due to nonpayment of a utility bill during times of extreme cold.
When does the Cold Weather Rule go into effect? The Cold Weather Rules goes into effect every year from November 1 through March 31.