PG&E transmission lines are shown in a file photo. San Francisco is advancing plans to acquire the utility's local electric distribution assets as part of its effort to expand public power. (Ruth Dusseault/Bay City News)

Pacific Gas and Electric customers who have fallen behind on their payments may be able to get some help paying their energy bills, the utility said last week.

PG&E has committed a total of $50 million to new and existing financial assistance programs to give eligible customers with overdue bills a hand. The programs include PG&E’s new Match My Payment program and the Energy Assistance through Community Help program, which is already in place.

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