TRENTON, NJ – If you opened your June energy bill and fainted, don’t worry — you’re not alone. Governor Phil Murphy, Senate President Nick Scutari, and Assembly Speaker Craig Coughlin announced a whopping $430 million in energy bill relief for New Jersey residents, after ratepayers were hit with a sizzling 20% increase in electric prices as of June 1, 2025.
TRENTON NJ, The energy master plan announced by Gov. Phil Murphy today calls for eliminating the state’s reliance on natural gas. Assemblyman Jay Webber said the plan is irresponsible and called on the Legislature to stop it from moving forward.“The governor’s plan would effectively end natural gas service in New Jersey; but, New Jerseyans need natural gas, which is an abundant, affordable, clean and reliable energy source,” said Webber (R-Morris). “Not only are 75 percent of our homes and businesses heated with natural gas, but about 50 percent of our electricity is generated from it. Natural gas also is critical as a raw material for manufacturing.”