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SB 556·MD·senate

Water Companies, Sewage Disposal Companies, and Water and Sewage Disposal Companies - Limited-Income Mechanisms

Signed into LawFiled Feb 4, 2026
Sponsor: Gallion
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Approved by the Governor - Chapter 525

May 12, 2026

Summary

The bill directs the Public Service Commission to approve limited‑income mechanisms that help low‑income residential customers of water, sewage, or combined utilities pay their bills. It also authorizes the Commission to allow rate consolidations between two or more water or sewage systems, letting companies pool revenues and costs and adjust rates gradually. The measure aims to improve affordability for vulnerable customers while giving utilities flexibility in rate setting.

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