Maryland PSC Orders

RM 92 Hearing Notice

The Maryland Public Service Commission has scheduled hearings for April 2, 2026, regarding Regulatory Matter RM 92. The notice announces the hearing date and provides a link to the full Notice_RM Session document. No substantive details about the regulatory matter content are included in this announcement.

SOS hearings, cases 9056/9064, Type I/II procurement

SOS hearings, cases 9056/9064, Type I/II procurement

Public Hearing Notice for Kent County Solar Project CPCN Application

The Maryland Public Service Commission announced a public hearing for April 16, 2026, regarding TPE MD KE77, LLC's application for a Certificate of Public Convenience and Necessity to construct a 5.0 MW solar generating facility on 53 acres in Kent County. Turning Point Energy submitted the CPCN application in July 2025 under Case No. 9799.

Pepco Multi-Year Rate Plan Final Reconciliation Order

The Maryland Public Service Commission issued Order 9655, a final reconciliation order for Pepco's Multi-Year Rate Plan. The order reconciles the utility's actual costs and revenues against the approved rate plan projections and adjusts rates accordingly. Pepco and affected consumers should review the order and accompanying Appendix A for specific reconciliation adjustments.

Public Hearings for Pepco Electric Rate Increase Proposal

The Maryland Public Service Commission announced two virtual public hearings on April 14 and April 17, 2026 to receive input on Pepco's proposal to increase electric distribution rates by $133 million annually. Pepco serves approximately 610,000 customers in Prince George's and Montgomery counties. Under the proposed rate increase, the average residential customer would see a monthly bill increase of $11.73.

Rulemaking Session RM 94 Rescheduled

The Maryland Public Service Commission has rescheduled rulemaking session RM 94. The notice was issued on March 9, 2026, and provides a link to the PDF document detailing the rescheduling.

NGEA Round 1 Proceeding and Workgroup Established

The Maryland Public Service Commission has initiated the NGEA Round 1 Proceeding and established a workgroup to address energy-related matters. This action signifies a new regulatory initiative focused on energy policy and planning within the state.

Public Hearing for 5.0 MW Solar Project in Harford County

The Maryland Public Service Commission will hold a public hearing on March 26, 2026, to gather public comments on a proposal by Solar Star Dorothy Avenue, LLC to construct a 5.0 MW solar generating facility in Harford County. The project is intended to be part of Maryland's community solar program.

Washington Gas Rate Increase Public Hearings

The Maryland Public Service Commission will hold two public hearings to gather input on Washington Gas Light's proposal to increase gas distribution rates by approximately $82.5 million. The hearings are scheduled for March 24, 2026, and April 7, 2026, with written comments accepted until June 1, 2026.

Maryland PSC Receives 5 Energy Storage Applications

The Maryland Public Service Commission announced it has received five applications for energy storage capacity credits under the Next Generation Energy Act. These projects aim to provide up to 800 MW of transmission-connected energy storage, with a minimum 4-hour discharge duration, to enhance grid resilience and meet state energy policy goals.