Author: MCEC Staff Published: 3/13/2026 Maryland Clean Energy Center
The Maryland Clean Energy Center monitors activity throughout the session, looking for legislation relevant to our mission and YOUR interest in advancing the adoption of clean energy products, services, and technologies. Visit our Policy Updates page for meeting recordings and a full list of tracked bills that might impact your bottom line and our environment.
NEW LEGISLATION
SB0997 – Retail Supply of Electricity and Gas
SB1000 – Certificates of Public Convenience and Necessity and Construction of Data Centers
HB1633 – Retail Supply of Electricity and Gas (Energy Savings Act of 2026)
HB1640 – Energy-Related Programs, Surcharges, and Taxes (Maryland Energy Savings Guarantee Act)
LEGISLATION ON THE MOVE
Progressed Legislation
SB0553/HB0833 – Commission to Advance Lithium-Ion Battery Safety in Maryland – Reestablishment
SB0553 – FAV w/ Am by House Education, Energy & Environment – 03.09.26
SB0553 – 2nd Reading Passed/Am – 03.10.26
SB0553 – 3rd Reading Passed (45-0) – 03.12.26
SB0553 – Crossed Over to House – 03.12.26
SB0059/HB0437 – Transportation – Major Highway Capacity Expansion Projects and Impact Assessments (Transportation and Climate Alignment Act of 2026)
HB0437 – FAV w/ Am by House Appropriations – 03.10.26
HB0437 – Special Order Adopted – 03.10.26
HB0437 – 2nd Reading Passed/Am – 03.11.26
HB0437 – 3rd Reading Passed (93-39) – 03.12.26
HB0437 – Crossed Over to Senate – 03.12.26
HB0663 – Department of the Environment – Federal Policy on Greenhouse Gas Emissions – Reporting
HB0663 – FAV w/ AM by House Education, Energy & Environment – 03.09.26
HB0663 – 2nd Reading Passed/Am – 03.10.26
HB0663 – 3rd Reading Passed (98-37) – 03.11.26
HB0663 – Crossed Over to Senate – 03.11.26
Regressed Legislation
HB1161 – Board of Public Works – Contract Review – Climate and Sustainability Information (BPW Climate Transparency Act)
HB1161 – Hearing Canceled – 03.06.26
HB1161 – Withdrawn by Sponsor – 03.09.26
View the complete list of tracked legislation
UPCOMING HEARINGS
Monday, March 16
HJ0002 – United States of America – National Infrastructure Bank
Tuesday, March 17
HB0620 – Commemorative Months – Maryland Climate Education Month
Thursday, March 19
HB0614 – Education – School Building Energy Usage – Monthly Report
The Maryland Clean Energy Center holds a Policy Update Meeting on Fridays at 9:00 AM to review pending legislation and facilitate a discussion among industry stakeholders. If you would like to participate, please register her
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