A final extension of the Washington state utility moratorium was announced last week, meaning the ban on shut-offs will expire on Sept. 30.
A press release from Gov. Jay Inslee’s office stated this will be the final extension of the moratorium, and will align with the final date of the moratorium on evictions. The press release said it’s designed to give Washingtonians struggling with housing payments time to seek assistance.
The state is encouraging utility companies to make good faith efforts to reach customers with past-due accounts and partner with community organizations, and provide information on assistance options. It is also encouraging them to help customers find financial assistance
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