News Release
Maryland’s Top Business, Policy Leaders Meet to Discuss Energy, AI and Fiscal Policy Ahead of 2026 Legislative Session
Nov 12, 2025
ANNAPOLIS, Md. — As Maryland accelerates its clean energy transition, weighs how to regulate artificial intelligence, and navigates the implementation of recent business tax policies, the state's top policymakers and business leaders will gather Nov. 20 for the Policy Forum for Maryland’s Future, presented by Constellation.
The day will open with remarks from House Majority Leader Del. David Moon and close with House Minority Whip Del. Jesse Pippy, framing a morning of substantive, solutions-focused discussions. The forum brings together policymakers, executives, and experts shaping these issues, offering journalists a front-row look at the conversations that will define the 2026 legislative session.
“Energy policy, AI and tax decisions aren’t just regulatory issues — they directly affect how Maryland competes for business and talent,” said Mary Kane, President & CEO of the Maryland Chamber of Commerce. “This forum brings legislators, business leaders and experts together for honest, solutions-focused conversations on how to advance innovation, strengthen competitiveness and position Maryland for long-term growth.”
“We look forward to discussing critical issues facing Maryland through this important forum,” said Joe Dominguez, President & CEO of Constellation. “Affordable and reliable energy is central to Maryland’s economic growth and this forum offers an opportunity to bring diverse perspectives together to identify practical paths forward on energy, technology and fiscal policy that position the state as a hub for innovation and business development.”
The discussions come as Maryland competes nationally and regionally for businesses and residents. Lawmakers and business leaders will explore strategies for maintaining competitiveness alongside fiscal responsibility, innovation and energy generation and reliability.
Event Details
When: Thursday, Nov. 20, 8:00 a.m.-12:30 p.m.
Where: Samuel Riggs IV Alumni Center, University of Maryland, College Park
Keynote: Joe Dominguez, President & CEO, Constellation — Leads the nation’s largest producer of clean, reliable energy, powering 16 million homes and employing 2,500+ in Maryland.
Featured Panels
Energy & Infrastructure
Focus: How can Maryland achieve clean energy and climate goals while maintaining affordability and reliability?
Speakers:
- David Dardis, Executive Vice President and Chief Legal and Policy Officer, Constellation
- Donald “Blue” Jenkins, Executive Vice President, AltaGas & President, Washington Gas
- Sen. Brian Feldman, Chair, Senate Education, Energy & Environment Committee
- Del. Marc Korman, Chair, House Environment & Transportation Committee
Moderated by: Evan Helper, Washington Post
AI, Innovation & the New Economy
Focus: How should Maryland regulate AI and emerging technologies to protect consumers while fostering innovation and avoiding a patchwork of rules?
Speakers:
- Del. Lily Qi, House Economic Matters Committee
- Diya Wynn, Responsible AI Lead, Amazon Web Services
- Jordan Crenshaw, Senior Vice President, Technology Engagement Center, U.S. Chamber of Commerce
Moderated by: Sameer Rao, Former Editor, Technical.ly
Tax Policy & Business Competitiveness
Focus: How do recent and proposed tax policies affect businesses, investment and regional competitiveness?
Speakers:
- Comptroller Brooke Lierman, Maryland Comptroller’s Office
Del. Vanessa Atterbeary, Chair, House Ways & Means Committee - Jody Love, Partner, KPMG
- Grason Wiggins, Senior Vice President of Government Affairs, Maryland Chamber of Commerce
Moderated by: Bryan Sears, Maryland Matters
About the Forum
Hosted by the Maryland Chamber of Commerce and presented by Constellation, with additional support from Policy Panel sponsors Amazon, KPMG and Washington Gas; Industry sponsors AT&T, Deloitte, Pohanka Automotive Group and PSEG; and Supporting sponsors Atwell, CareFirst, Chesapeake Utilities, Columbia Gas, Eversheds Sutherland, GEICO, Gordon Feinblatt, KCI, Maryland Automobile Dealers Association, Maryland Realtors and Maryland Farm Bureau.
Media registration: Press passes available upon request.
Tickets: $119 (members), $149 (non-members) — limited availability.
Full details: mdchamber.org/Forum
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About the Maryland Chamber of Commerce
The Maryland Chamber of Commerce is the only statewide business advocacy organization and the leading voice for business in the state. Together with their 7,000+ members, they form a statewide coalition that is committed to ensuring that Maryland is attracting and retaining quality jobs, developing vibrant, sustainable communities and staying at the forefront of global competitiveness and economic prosperity.
