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MD SB799
Bill
AI Summary
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Public Service Commission is prohibited from approving rate increases for water or sewage disposal companies when a county or municipality has commenced or indicated intent to commence eminent domain/condemnation proceedings against the company
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Fact finders in condemnation proceedings involving water or sewage disposal companies must consider reasonable system upgrades necessary for safe and reliable service
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Fact finders must also consider the value to customers from potential reductions in water or sewer bills if the utility is acquired by a county or municipality through condemnation
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Applies to privately owned water companies and sewage disposal companies regulated as public service companies under Maryland law
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Effective date: October 1, 2026
Legislative Description
Water Companies and Sewage Disposal Companies - Eminent Domain Proceedings and Service Rates
Counties
Last Action
Hearing 3/03 at 1:00 p.m.
2/10/2026