Maryland · 2026 Regular Session · Bill

HB 1525: Regional Greenhouse Gas Initiative, EmPOWER Energy Efficiency Programs, and Community Solar Energy Generating Systems

In committee Last action February 13, 2026: Hearing 3/10 at 1:00 p.m.

Plain-language summary

HB 1525 is a bill introduced in the Maryland House on February 13, 2026. According to its official title, it concerns: Regional Greenhouse Gas Initiative, EmPOWER Energy Efficiency Programs, and Community Solar Energy Generating Systems. Primary sponsor: William Wivell (Republican), Steve Arentz (Republican), Barry Beauchamp (Republican), Jason Buckel (Republican), Kevin Hornberger (Republican), Tom Hutchinson (Republican), Susan McComas (Republican), April Miller (Republican), Todd Morgan (Republican), Teresa Reilly (Republican), Stuart Schmidt (Republican), Chris Tomlinson (Republican), William Valentine (Republican). Most recent recorded action (February 13, 2026): Hearing 3/10 at 1:00 p.m.

Sponsors

Primary sponsors: William Wivell (Republican); Steve Arentz (Republican); Barry Beauchamp (Republican); Jason Buckel (Republican); and 9 more.