Electricity Transmission and Distribution, Energy Storage, and Maryland Strategic Energy Investment Fund (Lower Bills and Local Power Act of 2026)

Summary

The bill forces any Maryland electric company that operates transmission lines over 69,000 volts to become a member of a regional transmission organization. It also changes the permit‑application process by requiring companies to propose at least one advanced‑technology alternative and to compare costs and benefits. Additional provisions create reporting requirements, incentive programs, and a fund for solar and storage projects.

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