Bill Positions

Bill Number: HB 1384

Bill Title: Public Utility Companies - Maryland Energy Generation Authority

Bill Sponsor(s): Del. Rudolph

Subject: Environment & Energy

Committee: ECM

Bill Summary: This bill establishes the Maryland Energy Generation Authority, and authorizes the Authority to issue bonds for specified purposes under specified circumstances. It requires the Authority to procure the electric supply on behalf of certain purchasing pool members.

History: None

Chamber Position: Oppose

Position Summary: This bill would result in increased electric prices, due to the need to build and produce additional equipment to meet the requirements of this legislation. The bill is counterproductive, and would cost ratepayers additional monies.

For these reasons, the Maryl and Chamber of Commerce opposes this legislation.

Position Statement: Click here to download a pdf version of the Maryland Chamber's position statement.

Chamber Staff: Allyson Black

General Assembly: Click here to view the bill on the Maryland General Assembly's website.