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Introduced
02/06/2026
02/06/2026
In Committee
02/06/2026
02/06/2026
Crossed Over
Passed
Dead
Introduced Session
2026 Regular Session
Bill Summary
Renaming the "renewable energy portfolio standard" to be the "clean energy portfolio standard"; renaming "renewable energy credits" to be "clean energy credits"; adding energy generated from certain nuclear energy generating stations as a Tier 2 renewable source eligible for inclusion in the clean energy portfolio standard; and applying the Act retroactively.
AI Summary
This bill renames Maryland's "renewable energy portfolio standard" to the "clean energy portfolio standard" and "renewable energy credits" to "clean energy credits" to reflect a broader scope of eligible energy sources. Crucially, it adds energy generated from certain nuclear power plants as a Tier 2 clean energy source, meaning it can now count towards meeting the state's clean energy goals. The bill also makes these changes retroactive, applying them to compliance years beginning on or after January 1, 2026, ensuring that existing obligations and contracts are not negatively impacted.
Committee Categories
Transportation and Infrastructure
Sponsors (26)
Todd Morgan (R)*,
Chris Adams (R),
Kevin Anderson (R),
Steve Arentz (R),
Barry Beauchamp (R),
Jason Buckel (R),
Barrie Ciliberti (R),
April Fleming Miller (R),
Mike Griffith (R),
Wayne Hartman (R),
Jim Hinebaugh (R),
Seth Howard (R),
Tom Hutchinson (R),
Jay Jacobs (R),
Nic Kipke (R),
Bob Long (R),
Nino Mangione (R),
Ric Metzgar (R),
LaToya Nkongolo (R),
Jesse Pippy (R),
Teresa Reilly (R),
April Rose (R),
Stuart Schmidt (R),
Chris Tomlinson (R),
William Valentine (R),
William Wivell (R),
Last Action
House Environment and Transportation Hearing (13:00:00 2/24/2026 ) (on 02/24/2026)
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| Document Type | Source Location |
|---|---|
| State Bill Page | https://mgaleg.maryland.gov/mgawebsite/Legislation/Details/HB0970?ys=2026RS |
| BillText | https://mgaleg.maryland.gov/2026RS/bills/hb/hb0970f.pdf |
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