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CleanTechnicaabout 2 months ago

Solar Trade Groups Statements on Passage of the Utility RELIEF Act

Key Takeaway

A new energy omnibus bill in Maryland signals significant policy changes that will impact solar development and utility operations, requiring close attention from energy stakeholders.

AI Summary

  • Maryland's General Assembly passed the "Utility RELIEF Act" (HB 1532/SB 841), an "energy omnibus bill," which now awaits Governor Wes Moore's signature.
  • The specific provisions of the bill, including potential impacts on utility rates, interconnection processes, or renewable energy incentives, are not detailed in this excerpt.
  • Solar trade groups have issued statements regarding the bill's passage, indicating it likely contains significant implications for solar development and deployment in Maryland.
  • Developers and large power consumers in Maryland should monitor the Governor's action and the subsequent release of the bill's full text for specific policy changes affecting project viability and energy costs.

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Article Content

ANNAPOLIS, Maryland — Yesterday the Maryland General Assembly passed the Utility RELIEF Act (HB 1532/SB 841) after House and Senate leaders came to a compromise agreement on the energy omnibus bill. The bill now goes to Governor Wes Moore’s desk for his signature. Solar trade groups issued the following statements in ... [continued] The post Solar Trade Groups Statements on Passage of the Utility RELIEF Act appeared first on CleanTechnica .