# Hawaiian Electric Rate Hike Hearing | Honolulu News

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Podcast: [Honolulu News Today | 2 Min News | The Daily News Now!](https://stenobird.com/podcast/honolulu-news-today-2-min-news-the-daily-news-now-7567443)
Published: 2026-09-18T16:37:35+00:00
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## Resource

Your electric bill could go up—Hawaiian Electric is proposing a rate hike with public hearings across the islands, including Oahu on October 2nd. Typical households may see an extra $8/month starting January 1st, rising to $11/month by 2028. Check your island’s specific numbers and attend virtually or submit written comments via the Public Utilities Commission before docket 2026-0162. Your voice matters—weigh in now before rates change. Listen in comfort: Get a discount on a Soli Pillow: http://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise on DNN: advertise@thednn.ai This is an automated, high-level news summary based on public reporting. Sources: https://www.staradvertiser.com/2026/09/18/hawaii-news/kokua-line/kokua-line-when-is-oahu-hearing-on-electric-bill-hike/ More coverage & latest updates: https://sources.thednn.ai/881f7a1383f6036e Report issues to feedback@thednn.ai.

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