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As Maryland Senate debates energy bill, advocates want to protect Em POWER program
2+ week, 1+ hour ago (379+ words) MARYLAND (WBFF) " While Senate lawmakers continue to discuss the Utility RELIEF Act, a sweeping piece of energy legislation aimed to provide some relief to customers, advocates on Monday called on lawmakers to protect the Em Power Maryland program, which is…...
Maryland leaders to announce agreement to pass Utility RELIEF Act amid rising costs
16+ hour, 43+ min ago (182+ words) ANNAPOLIS, Md. (WBFF) " Maryland's top elected leaders are set to announce an agreement aimed at easing rising utility costs for families across the state. Gov. Wes Moore, Senate President Bill Ferguson and House Speaker Joseline Pe'a-Melnyk are set to announce an…...
Maryland lawmakers ready Monday rollout of Utility RELIEF Act
3+ day, 4+ hour ago (423+ words) Another $40 energy rebate is up for debate after Gov. Wes Moore included it in his legislative proposal, trying to tackle rising energy rates. However, many Republicans have pushed back, calling for long-term solutions. (WBFF) MARYLAND (WBFF) " As lawmakers quickly work…...
Maryland Senate debates energy bill, makes changes from House version
1+ week, 2+ day ago (347+ words) MARYLAND (WBFF) " As we approach the final days of the Maryland legislative session, the sweeping energy legislation aimed to increase supply and lower bills is still being debated. While lawmakers in the House previously passed the bill through lengthy debate,…...
Proposed bill could change notice requirements for transmission projects in Maryland
1+ mon, 1+ week ago (192+ words) President Donald Trump participates in a Roundtable on Ratepayer Protection Pledge at the White House. by JESSICA BABB | FOX45 News MARYLAND (WBFF) " With the Maryland Piedmont Reliability Project currently under review, Delegate Chris Tomlinson is proposing a bill to strengthen notification…...
Governor Moore unveils Lower Bills and Local Power Act to combat rising utility costs
2+ mon, 2+ week ago (423+ words) Dangerously cold temps remain through Friday. by LEXI NICKLAUS | FOX45 NEWS ANNAPOLIS, Md. (WBFF) " Governor Wes Moore has announced the Lower Bills and Local Power Act, a key component of the administration's 2026 legislative agenda to combat rising utility costs and promote affordable…...
BGE rate hikes hit Maryland households as winter energy costs rise
3+ mon, 1+ week ago (293+ words) by LEXI NICKLAUS | FOX45 NEWS MARYLAND (WBFF) " Baltimore Gas and Electric (BGE) customers are grappling with new distribution rate increases that took effect on Jan. 1, 2026, adding to already high energy bills during the cold winter months. The Maryland Office of People's…...
'It's not okay:' Harford County residents plead for help amid high winter energy bills
3+ mon, 1+ week ago (651+ words) by JESSICA BABB | FOX45 NEWS Jenny, a Harford County resident, is now facing an energy bill around $400. She said her home is about 1, 000 square feet. While she keeps the temperature in the mid-60's and has taken many steps to curb the…...
Maryland named most expensive state for utilities, report finds
3+ mon, 1+ week ago (233+ words) by ASHLEY CUSICANQUI & DANNY TOW | FOX45 News (WBFF) " A new report revealed that Maryland is the most expensive state for utilities, while Baltimore is the country's 5th-most expensive city. Households in Maryland pay a median of $546 monthly and over $6, 500 annually, while…...
Anne Arundel County Exec Pittman unveils proposed fiscal year 2026 budget plan
11+ mon, 13+ hour ago (115+ words) WBFF- Baltimore " Anne Arundel County Executive, Steuart Pittman, introduces his proposed fiscal year 2026 budget. In it he says the county has made a way to continue protecting people and. .. Anne Arundel County Exec Pittman unveils proposed fiscal year 2026 budget plan…...