During 2026 Legislative Session, there are so many presentations, discussions and legislations related to energy, utility price, regulations. We are determined to fix the high utility cost issue facing our constitutes.
Hopefully the following presentations will help all to understand these issues better.
We are pleased to share that applications are officially open for the BGE Customer Relief Fund—a vital initiative made possible by a one-time charitable donation from Exelon, BGE’s parent company, to the United Way of Central Maryland.
This fund is designed to provide direct financial assistance to eligible low- and middle-income customers in central Maryland who are facing challenges due to rising energy supply costs. Qualified applicants may receive between $250 and $750 in energy bill assistance.
Customers can apply by visiting mdutilityrelief.org.
Applications will be accepted through September 30, 2025, or until all funds are distributed.
Due to high interest, some users may experience intermittent access issues when using the application system, which is managed by United Way. While BGE does not control the platform, we are actively working with United Way to support their efforts and help ensure a smooth customer experience.
This fund is part of BGE’s broader commitment to energy affordability and community support. For more information on additional assistance programs, customers can visit BGE.com/heretohelp.
Thank you for your continued partnership as we work together to provide meaningful relief to those who need it most.
The high utility price during this winter has shocked many people. I spent a lot of time to try to understand what’s happening and how we could fix. The Office of People’s Council did a great job. Here is their webiste: Maryland Office of People’s Counsel Home
A simple summary is that Exelon is using a strategy: the more they spend on infrastructure update, the more profit they can earn for their shareholders; then the more the ratepayer bear the cost for those infrastructure spending.
See the big difference among three major utility companies （BGE，Columbia Gas and Washington Gas)
Here are slides:
