The Maryland Energy Advocates Coalition (MEAC) submitted comments in response to the Maryland Public Service Commission’s October 16, 2025, Notice of Comment and Hearing in Public Conference 59 (PC 59).
MEAC has been an active advocate in the Commission’s process to consider adoption of a utility discount rate plan for low-income households in Maryland. MEAC was pleased that in its December 20, 2025, Order, the Commission either supported many of MEAC’s proposals or directed a Work Group to consider the options.
Comments are divided into these Sections:
- Introduction and Appreciation
- Why Low-Income Rates are Imperative Today
- Limited-Income Rate Design
- MEAC’s position on Non-Consensus Topic – Tiered-discounts/Bill credits
- Program Costs
- Cost Recovery
- Coordination with Other Programs
- Recommendation for PC59 Work Group
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