Electric & Gas bills are too high! Let’s talk, Washington Parish.

09.14.2026
Louisiana Public Service Commission
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Electric and gas bills are rising across Louisiana and for many households the increases are hard to understand and even harder to afford.

This October, the Alliance for Affordable Energy is hosting a Community Bill Workshop to help residents make sense of what we’re paying and why.

Bogalusa
Thursday, October 1 from 6pm – 7pm
Bogalusa YMCA, 411 Avenue B, Bogalusa

Bring your gas and electric bills — and your questions — to our community bill workshop.

At the workshop, we’ll:

  1. Walk through the charges on your bill and what they’re for 
  2. Talk about why costs keep going up  
  3. Direct you to the people in charge of setting rates 

That last one’s easy – for most of us outside of New Orleans, it’s the Louisiana Public Service Commission that sets rates – a 5-member elected body. Two of the PSC seats are up for election this year with primaries in May and the general election in November. If you live in Southeast LA or North LA, you’ll be voting in these elections. Voting is free. Your utilities aren’t!

While monopoly utilities with no competition protect their bottom lines and shareholder returns, The Alliance looks out for Louisiana residents and businesses to ensure you only pay your fair share. Understanding your bill is one of the first steps toward accountability. 

Limited bill assistance will be available on a first-come, first-served basis.

Whether you’re struggling with high bills or just want to better understand where your money is going, these workshops offer a chance to get clear answers and real support.

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