The General Assembly wants to encourage energy competition again. But will it work?

By: Christine Condon

Outlets: Maryland Matters

Published: April 13, 2026

Words: 919

Last Updated: 3 months, 2 weeks ago

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In the waning days of the 2026 legislative session, the General Assembly appears poised to slightly alter the rules for retail energy suppliers. But industry leaders say the rule changes are unlikely to bring suppliers back into the Maryland market, after a mass exodus in recent years.

The changes are just a small — and rarely discussed — part of the legislature’s sweeping energy package, called the Utility RELIEF Act.

The bill, which is …

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