Maryland House and Senate leaders reach a deal on comprehensive energy bill

By: Christine Condon

Outlets: Maryland Matters

Published: April 8, 2026

Words: 811

Last Updated: 5 days, 8 hours ago

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The Maryland House speaker and Senate president announced Wednesday that they have come to a deal on the General Assembly’s broad energy bill, easing concerns that disagreements that cropped up in recent weeks might have derailed the package.

The House and Senate must still approve the legislation, called the Utility RELIEF Act, before Monday at midnight so it can be sent to Gov. Wes Moore (D) for his signature.

“While each chamber advanced slightly …

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