A set of electric meters in Chicago. Residential Commonwealth Edison customers will see an average $10.60 increase in monthly bills this summer. Ameren customers can expect an even larger increase. (Capitol News Illinois photo by Andrew Adams)

Public Hearing on Ameren Natural Gas Rate Hikes Set for Springfield

By Greg Halbleib Aug 21, 2025 | 5:34 AM

Ameren Illinois customers will be able to comment on proposed natural gas rate hikes during a public hearing next week in Springfield.

The Illinois Commerce Commission has scheduled a public hearing for Wednesday evening from 7 to 9:30 at the CMS Regional Complex at 4800 West Wabash Avenue.

Comments may also be made through the ICC website or by calling the ICC’s Consumer Services Division at 800-524-0795 during regular business hours