Washington, DC -Today, Congressman Van Drew formally requested that the Federal Energy Regulatory Commission (FERC) and the Department of Justice (DOJ) launch a comprehensive federal audit and investigation into the market practices and billing procedures of Atlantic City Electric (ACE). This follows a surge of complaints from South Jersey residents facing massive spikes in their electricity bills, with many seeing charges double, triple, or even quadruple without explanation.

"These outrageous bills have been crippling for families, and the field hearing we held today on this growing crisis confirmed what we have suspected all along: ACE's practices demand federal scrutiny," said Congressman Van Drew. "The New Jersey Board of Public Utilities (NJBPU) has failed in its responsibility to act, leaving us no choice but to escalate this to the federal level. I am formally requesting that FERC and the DOJ conduct a thorough investigation to not only determine if ACE's inconsistent practices are lawful but also to demand justice for the people of South Jersey by imposing penalties against ACE and mandating rebates for those who have been unfairly overcharged. I will not tolerate these unjust practices and I will not stop fighting until the people of South Jersey get the accountability and relief they deserve."

The information gathered during today's hearing will be sent to FERC and the DOJ for immediate review. To watch the full hearing, click here.

To read the full letter to FERC, click here.

To read the full letter to the DOJ, click here.