Major portions of a sweeping new law aimed at reducing energy costs for Maryland residents officially take effect Wednesday, but most customers shouldn't expect to see an immediate drop in their electric bills.
Two bills have been passed in the Delaware House that lawmakers say will protect energy reliability while ensuring the costs associated with large energy-use facilities, like data centers, are not passed onto residents and small businesses. Both bills are now headed to the Delaware Senate for consideration.
Maryland’s top Democratic leaders are rolling out a massive legislative package they say will help bring down energy costs for residents, while Republicans argue the proposal does not go far enough to address long-term affordability and energy supply concerns.
Maryland Governor Wes Moore has declared a State of Emergency and activated the National Guard to support communities on the Eastern Shore as blizzard conditions persist on Sunday.
Delaware's Democratic leaders are calling for a halt to a proposed electric rate increase, sending a letter to the Public Service Commission urging regulators to reject Delmarva Power's latest proposal. However, across the aisle, Republicans say those same Democrats should shoulder the blame for the situation.
Maryland families facing higher electric bills could see new relief under a sweeping energy proposal announced by Governor Wes Moore on Tuesday.
Delaware Governor Matt Meyer has announced his plan to provide relief for utility customers who faced soaring costs over the past few months.
Delaware lawmakers have introduced additional legislation they hope will provide relief to Delawareans facing soaring utility costs.
Delaware residents are feeling the heat as utility bills continue to surge, with many looking for answers on what’s behind the price hikes.
Senator Mary Beth Carozza, Mautz, Senator Johnny Mautz, Senator Stephen S. Hershey, Jr, and Senator Jason Gallion, all Republicans, called on Governor Wes Moore to veto House Bill 1296.
