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MD HB1535
Bill
Status
Introduced
2/27/2025
Primary Sponsor
Kathy Szeliga
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AI Summary
- Repeals the surcharge on electric and gas customer bills that funds energy efficiency and conservation programs supporting Maryland's greenhouse gas emissions reduction goals
- Eliminates requirements for utilities to recover costs through bill surcharges for Commission-mandated energy savings programs, including provisions for paying down unpaid and unamortized costs dating back to 2008
- Removes the requirement for utilities to disclose surcharge information to customers, including the cost of paying down historical program costs and the timeline for excess charges
- Modifies the Maryland Strategic Energy Investment Fund to remove references to offsetting the repealed surcharges when providing residential electricity rate relief
- Designated as an emergency measure requiring three-fifths approval in both chambers, taking effect immediately upon enactment
Legislative Description
Electric Companies and Gas Companies - Customer Bill Surcharge - Repeal
Fees
Last Action
First Reading House Rules and Executive Nominations
2/27/2025
Committee Referrals
Rules and Executive Nominations2/27/2025
Full Bill Text
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