PG&E CARE / FERA Bill Discount Program
Pacific Gas & Electric (PG&E), California Public Utilities Commission funded
About This Program
The Grant Map catalogs PG&E CARE / FERA Bill Discount Program in its Sacramento, CA research directory. The record carries audience tags for homeowners and renters; those tags do not establish eligibility or current service coverage.
The CARE program provides approximately 38% discount on electricity and 20% discount on natural gas for low-income PG&E customers. FERA provides an 18% electricity discount for households just above CARE income limits. One application covers both programs; if you don't qualify for CARE, it automatically checks FERA. Note: PG&E serves gas customers in parts of Sacramento even in SMUD electric territory.
Annual savings of $300-$800+ depending on usage; applies to PG&E gas and/or electric accounts
The cited program-specific URL responded on 2026-07-21; confirm current terms.
Record set last reviewed 2026-04-03. How we verify our data.
Other published resources for Sacramento, CA, are listed below. Review each separately and ask the administrators whether they can coordinate funding for the same work:
- SHRA Home Repair Program (HRP) Up to $10,000
- SHRA Lead Hazard Reduction Grant Program Up to $10,000 per unit
- Justice for Neighbors Emergency Home Repair Program Up to $15,000 per household
- Rebuilding Together Sacramento, Safe at Home Safety Modifications Free modifications, no dollar cap stated
Key Details
- CARE: ~38% off electricity + ~20% off natural gas bills each month
- FERA: 18% electricity discount for households slightly above CARE limits
- One shared application, automatically checks both programs
- Income limits valid through May 31, 2026
- PG&E gas customers in Sacramento may qualify even if SMUD is their electric provider
How to Apply
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Your application paperwork
Documents you will likely need
- Proof you own and live in the home (deed, recent mortgage statement, or property tax bill).
- A government-issued photo ID for every owner on title.
- Household income proof (recent pay stubs, last year's tax return, or benefit award letters for everyone in the home).
- A written estimate from a licensed contractor for the work (many programs require this to apply).
- A recent utility bill for the home (energy and weatherization programs use it to confirm service and usage).
- Photos of the problem area or the work to be done.
- The program's own application form, completed (use the official link or phone number on this page).
Requirements vary by program and locality. Confirm the exact rules and application route with the administrator. We can help you prepare your paperwork, but you submit it yourself.
Deadline: Rolling, income limits valid through May 31, 2026
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Frequently asked questions
What amount is listed for PG&E CARE / FERA Bill Discount Program in Sacramento, CA?
The Grant Map record states: 20-38% monthly discount on gas and electric bills. Confirm the current amount and eligible costs with the administrator.
What audience tags are recorded for PG&E CARE / FERA Bill Discount Program in Sacramento?
The directory record carries audience tags for homeowners and renters. It also carries a low-income tag. These tags do not establish eligibility; confirm the complete current rules with the administrator.
How do I apply for PG&E CARE / FERA Bill Discount Program in Sacramento, CA?
Confirm the application route directly with Pacific Gas & Electric (PG&E), California Public Utilities Commission funded; use the cited source on this page as a starting point or call 800-743-5000. Confirm any fee or cost with the administrator. Deadline: Rolling, income limits valid through May 31, 2026.
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