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Source review: Oct 13, 2026

Not confirmed or subject to limits

  • The utility confirms eligibility and billing; it is not universal for all California customers.
  • A current deadline was not confirmed; check with the organization before applying.
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This review does not guarantee eligibility, funding, admission, or every statement on the linked website.

Housing & utilitiesProgramState program · CA

California Public Utilities Commission and participating utilities

California Family Electric Rate Assistance (FERA)

Electricity discount for households above CARE income limits but within the FERA range.

FROM INFORMATION TO ACTION

How to apply

Request FERA directly from the electricity utility using listed contacts.

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    Request FERA directly from the electricity utility using listed contacts.

Official source & instructions

Applications are handled by the provider. Confirm the current cycle and exact requirements on its website.

Geographic coverage

Customers of PG&E, Southern California Edison and SDG&E.

  • CA

What it offers

FERA electricity discount of 18%.

Award amount or benefit

Not confirmed. Check with the official organization.

Who it is for

Not confirmed. Check with the official organization.

Published eligibility requirements

Customers of the three participating utilities with income within the current household range.

Income requirements

Not confirmed. Check with the official organization.

Academic requirements & grade level

Not confirmed. Check with the official organization.

Residency requirements

Not confirmed. Check with the official organization.

FAFSA requirements

Not confirmed. Check with the official organization.

Citizenship restrictions, if applicable

Not confirmed. Check with the official organization.

Documents requested

Not confirmed. Check with the official organization.

Renewal information

Not confirmed. Check with the official organization.

Contact information

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Sources & verification

Verification status
Reviewed with limitations
Source review
Oct 13, 2026
Added to this catalog
Oct 13, 2026
Last updated
Oct 13, 2026

Verification documents the evidence reviewed at that time. A working link alone does not establish availability, and verification is never a guarantee of eligibility.

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