CHARLESTON, WV (LOOTPRESS) – The Public Service Commission of West Virginia (PSC) has announced upcoming public comment and evidentiary hearings regarding a proposed rate increase filed by Hope Gas, Inc.
Hope Gas has requested approval for new rates, tolls, and charges for natural gas service across multiple counties in West Virginia, including Kanawha, Raleigh, Mercer, Monongalia, Harrison, and more than 35 others.
If approved, the proposed increase would generate approximately $79.6 million in additional annual revenue — a 40.95% rise from current rates.
The PSC suspended the effective date of the proposed rates until February 24, 2026, pending further review. If the rate changes are approved, they would take effect February 25, 2026.
A public comment hearing will be held both virtually and in person on November 3, 2025, at 6 p.m.at the PSC’s headquarters, located at 201 Brooks Street, Charleston.
Members of the public may participate in person, by phone, or via the Microsoft Teams application.
Those wishing to comment virtually must register by 4 p.m. on Friday, October 31, 2025, through one of the following methods:
- Online at www.psc.state.wv.us
- By calling 304-340-0822 (Alexis Weimer) or 304-340-0820 (Andrew Gallagher)
- By emailing aweimer@psc.state.wv.us or agallagher@psc.state.wv.us
An evidentiary hearing will follow, beginning at 9:30 a.m. on November 4, 2025, and may continue through November 6, if necessary, at the same location.
Individuals who wish to formally intervene in the case must file a petition by June 30, 2025.
Written comments may also be submitted to the PSC by mail or hand delivery to Executive Secretary, P.O. Box 812, Charleston, WV 25323, or online at www.psc.state.wv.us by selecting “Submit A Comment.”
All written submissions should reference Case No. 25-0417-G-42T.
The PSC advises the public to monitor its website for potential changes or cancellations to the scheduled hearings.
