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MidAmerican cleared to notify customers on proposed natural gas rate increase statewide
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MidAmerican cleared to notify customers on proposed natural gas rate increase statewide.MidAmerican cleared to notify customers on proposed natural gas rate increase statewide DES Moines, Iowa — The Iowa Utilities Commission has conditionally approved customer notices related to MidAmerican Energy Co.'s proposed natural gas rate increase, clearing the way for the utility to notify customers and hold public comment meetings across the state.The commission's order, issued in Docket No.RPU-2026-0001, requires MidAmerican to update cost figures and percentages in its final customer notices before they are mailed.The order also sets four consumer comment meetings where customers can learn about the proposal and provide feedback.Meetings are scheduled for Sept.8 in Cedar Rapids, Sept.9 in Des Moines, Sept.10 in Sioux City and a virtual meeting at noon Sept.During the meetings, MidAmerican will present details of its rate request, including the proposed increase and its impact on residential and other customer classes.Representatives from MidAmerican, the Iowa Utilities Commission and the Office of Consumer Advocate will be available to answer questions and hear public comments.MidAmerican also plans to implement a temporary rate increase as part of the proceeding.The interim increase could take effect 10 days after the company formally files its rate application.Any temporary increase would be subject to refund, with interest, if regulators ultimately approve lower rates.Customers may submit written comments to the commission by mail, email or through the agency's electronic filing system.All comments will become part of the public record for the rate case.The Iowa Utilities Commission regulates utility services in the state and oversees rate requests from regulated utilities.