Maryland HB521 repeals a surcharge on electric and gas bills aimed at energy efficiency and conservation.

Maryland HB521 repeals a surcharge on electric and gas bills that was intended to encourage energy efficiency and conservation in support of greenhouse gas emissions reduction goals. The bill removes the surcharge line item on customer bills, which was used for full cost recovery of reasonably incurred costs for energy programs and services. The repeal also eliminates any unpaid and unamortized costs that existed before January 1, 2028. The bill generally relates to surcharges imposed on electric company and gas company customers.

Maryland HB521 repeals a surcharge on electric and gas bills aimed at energy efficiency and conservation.

Maryland HB521 repeals a surcharge on electric and gas bills that was intended to encourage energy efficiency and conservation in support of greenhouse gas emissions reduction goals. The bill removes the surcharge line item on customer bills, which was used for full cost recovery of reasonably incurred costs for energy programs and services. The repeal also eliminates any unpaid and unamortized costs that existed before January 1, 2028. The bill generally relates to surcharges imposed on electric company and gas company customers.