Wednesday, November 12, 2025
DTE Energy is offering payment relief options for federal employees impacted by the shutdown. The government shutdown has left thousands of federal workers without pay for more than 40 days creating real hardship for Michigan families. To ease this burden, eligible customers can request a 30-day pause on bill collection without penalties, providing critical breathing room during this difficult time. To request a hold, customers can call DTE at (800) 477-4747.
We understand that the federal government