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JCP&L Encourages Customers to Explore Energy Bill Assistance Options
Seasonal temperature shifts can lead to higher energy use – and higher bills. With the New Jersey Winter Termination Program ending recently, Jersey Central Power & Light (JCP&L), a FirstEnergy Corp. (NYSE: FE) electric company, is here to help with programs that make managing your energy costs easier throughout the year.
About this update from Firstenergy Corp.
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