Yes, energy rationing is in your future.
Even if The US energy self sufficient now, and all that solar and wind...
3% is smaller than measurable error.
What are they going off on?
Its like saying, "do you want your pennies", after your giving over a $100 bill.
Further, everyone's electric usage goes up after getting a smart meter installed.
I would not be surprised that you usage goes up by 3% every year, because of meter adjustments.
But, as you know the only thing "smart" in a smart meter is its ability to turn your power off without them coming to your house.
Smart meters are smart for them, stupid for us. They want absolute control over every aspect of our lives.