California households get summer electricity credits as state returns $886 million

This summer, California is stepping up to support households with automatic electricity bill credits for August and September. A total of $886 million will be distributed among utility customers, granting an average of $75 off their bills without any application process. Funded through the Cap-and-Invest initiative, these credits aim to alleviate financial stress during peak energy usage, ensuring relief during the hottest months of the year.