Counties Support Costs Benefits Analysis To Fill Energy-Related Information Gaps

On February 21, Director of Intergovernmental Relations Dominic Butchko testified before the Economic Matters Committee in support of HB 1149 – Public Service Commission – Full Costs and Benefits Analysis of Sources of Electricity Generation

This bill requires the Public Service Commission to conduct a cost and benefit analysis for certain sources of energy generation.

From MACo Testimony: 

The 2025 Maryland General Assembly faces an unprecedented set of generational challenges, with energy emerging as a top priority, second only to the daunting budget hurdles and stark changes in federal policies. As the state transitions toward renewable energy sources and full electrification, a predominant concern needs to be ensuring grid reliability and affordability for residents. HB 1149 is a commonsense bill because it aims to help fill certain informational gaps related to certain energy sources. Having a more robust picture of the impacts of certain sources helps policymakers at all levels make better informed decisions.

HB 1149’s cross-file, SB 675, was heard on March 6 in the Senate Education, Energy, and the Environment Committee. Dominic Butchko testified in support of this bill.

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