Presently, we're not planning to reduce the fee to file a patent application but applicants will now be able to do certain actions themselves that they were not allowed to in the past. For example, now they will be able to pay their maintenance fee themselves. It's a real benefit because right now only the patent agent or authorized correspondent can do this on behalf of the applicant. By doing so, the applicant is fully accountable and responsible to maintain their file and may, potentially, save some legal fees with their agent. There are definitely savings in this specific operation.
On November 6th, 2014. See this statement in context.