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This bill provides new legal provisions for energy generation in Maryland, specifically authorizing the construction, permitting, and operation of natural gas energy generating systems, subject to existing public utility regulations and requirements for obtaining a Certificate of Public Convenience and Necessity or Commission approval. The bill also explicitly states the General Assembly's support for expanding nuclear energy development in the state, including small modular reactors and potential combinations of nuclear and natural gas energy sources. Additionally, the legislation encourages PJM Interconnection, LLC (a regional transmission organization that coordinates electricity transmission across multiple states) to create a faster interconnection process for new thermal generation resources within Maryland. The provisions of this bill are set to take effect on October 1, 2025, and aim to provide more flexibility and support for diverse energy generation technologies in the state, with a focus on reliability and clean energy development.

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https://mgaleg.maryland.gov/mgawebsite/Legislation/Details/SB0643?ys=2025RS