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Maryland Office of People's Counsel @OpcMd

State agency that represents the interests of residential households that use electricity, gas, landline telephone and private water. Email us: opc@maryland.gov

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¿Sabías que hasta el 90% de la energía que consume tu lavadora se destina exclusivamente a calentar el agua? Cambiar a agua fría no solo es mejor para tu camisa favorita, sino que también supone un ahorro directo para tu bolsillo. La mayoría de los ciclos de agua caliente representan un gasto innecesario. Cámbiate al agua fría hoy mismo y ahorra ese dinero. Obtén más consejos y suscríbete a nuestro boletín mensual: bit.ly/OPCnewsletters
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Did you know that up to 90% of the energy your washing machine uses goes solely toward heating the water? Most "hot water" cycles are an unnecessary expense. Switch to cold today and keep that extra cash for yourself. Get more tips and sign up for our monthly newsletter: bit.ly/OPCnewsletters
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When: June 22, 2026 @ 6:00 PM Where: Montgomery College, Rockville Campus, in the Technical Center, TC-136 Lecture Hall, located at 51 Mannakee Street, Rockville If you would like to speak during the hearing, you must sign up in advance: Email: laura.robinson2@maryland.gov by June 19, at 12
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Sign up for these free webinars here: opc.maryland.gov/Consumer-We… SMECO and Washington Gas: June 16 at 12 noon Delmarva Power and Pepco: June 25 at 12 noon BGE: July 21 at 12 noon Potomac Edison and Columbia Gas: July 23 at 12 noon
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A worthwhile read in Maryland Matters today: Maryland’s last coal plant likely to get another extension. marylandmatters.org/2026/06/…

Maryland’s last coal plant likely to get another extension - Maryland Matters

Maryland’s only remaining coal-fired power plant is likely to keep operating through mid-2031 — six years after it was set to close — although the plan technically still requires approval from...

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Do you buy your electricity from one of these utilities? If so, your electricity price is about to change. Learn what you have been paying vs the price you will be paying June-September 2026. Learn more about SOS here opc.maryland.gov/Consumer-Le…
Chart with new pricing for summer season SOS electricity.

ALT Chart with new pricing for summer season SOS electricity.
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Sign up for these free webinars here: opc.maryland.gov/Consumer-We… SMECO and Washington Gas: June 16 at 12 noon Delmarva Power and Pepco: June 25 at 12 noon BGE: July 21 at 12 noon Potomac Edison and Columbia Gas: July 23 at 12 noon
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If you are the victim of a scam, contact your utility, and if a money scam, also contact the police. Remember, once the scammer gets the money, there is no way to get it back. If you are concerned about your utility bill, call your utility directly.
Text conversation where a scammer pretending to be the utility company is threatening disconnection unless the person send money right now.

ALT Text conversation where a scammer pretending to be the utility company is threatening disconnection unless the person send money right now.
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If you are the victim of a scam, contact your utility, and if a money scam, also contact the police. Remember, once the scammer gets the money, there is no way to get it back. If you are concerned about your utility bill, call your utility directly.
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Sign up for these free webinars here: opc.maryland.gov/Consumer-We… SMECO and Washington Gas: June 16 at 12 noon Delmarva Power and Pepco: June 25 at 12 noon BGE: July 21 at 12 noon Potomac Edison and Columbia Gas: July 23 at 12 noon
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This cart is just a glimpse into our preparation for a rate case. Our team of attorneys is currently diving deep into these filings and representing residential interests against big utility companies to ensure that gas and electric customers aren't being overcharged. Stay connected to what we are working on and sign up for our press releases: bit.ly/OPCnewsletters
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This cart is just a glimpse into our preparation for a rate case. Our team of attorneys is currently diving deep into these filings and representing residential interests against big utility companies to ensure that gas and electric customers aren't being overcharged. Stay connected to what we are working on and sign up for our press releases: bit.ly/OPCnewsletters
Cart of legal research as part of a utility rate case.

ALT Cart of legal research as part of a utility rate case.
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Sign up for these free webinars here: opc.maryland.gov/Consumer-We… SMECO and Washington Gas: June 16 at 12 noon Delmarva Power and Pepco: June 25 at 12 noon BGE: July 21 at 12 noon Potomac Edison and Columbia Gas: July 23 at 12 noon
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Once a year the OPC team gets together for an afternoon to recharge and share a bite at the park. This is our 6th annual retreat, and it was another one for the books!
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Sign up for these free webinars here: opc.maryland.gov/Consumer-We… SMECO and Washington Gas: June 16 at 12 noon Delmarva Power and Pepco: June 25 at 12 noon BGE: July 21 at 12 noon Potomac Edison and Columbia Gas: July 23 at 12 noon
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La Oficina de Programas de Energía para el Hogar (OHEP), también conocida comúnmente como asistencia energética, puede ayudar a los hogares que cumplen con los requisitos de ingresos a pagar sus facturas de energía doméstica. El nuevo año del programa de OHEP comienza el 1 de julio. Asegúrese de presentar su solicitud si necesita ayuda con sus facturas de energía. benefits.maryland.gov/home/
Imagen de una pareja de personas mayores reunida, observando una computadora portátil y unos documentos. El texto de la imagen explica que la Oficina de Programas de Energía para el Hogar comenzará a aceptar solicitudes para el nuevo año del programa a partir del 1 de julio. Puede realizar su solicitud en línea en https://benefits.maryland.gov/, en persona, en su oficina local. Para obtener información adicional, por favor llame al 1-800-332-6347.

ALT Imagen de una pareja de personas mayores reunida, observando una computadora portátil y unos documentos. El texto de la imagen explica que la Oficina de Programas de Energía para el Hogar comenzará a aceptar solicitudes para el nuevo año del programa a partir del 1 de julio. Puede realizar su solicitud en línea en https://benefits.maryland.gov/, en persona, en su oficina local. Para obtener información adicional, por favor llame al 1-800-332-6347.
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The Office of Home Energy Programs (OHEP), also commonly referred to as energy assistance, can assist income-eligible households with their home energy bills. OHEP’s new program year starts on July 1st. Be sure to apply if you need help with your energy bills. benefits.maryland.gov/home/
Picture of an older couple gathered around looking at a laptop and documents. The words on the graphic explain that Office of Home Energy Programs will start accepting applications for the new program year on July 1st. You can apply online at https://benefits.maryland.gov/, in person at your local office. To obtain additional information please call 1-800-332-6347.

ALT Picture of an older couple gathered around looking at a laptop and documents. The words on the graphic explain that Office of Home Energy Programs will start accepting applications for the new program year on July 1st. You can apply online at https://benefits.maryland.gov/, in person at your local office. To obtain additional information please call 1-800-332-6347.
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Have questions about how to read your utility bill? We will walk through utility bills line-by-line in these 30-minute information sessions, answering your questions along the way. Sign up for these free webinars here: opc.maryland.gov/Consumer-We…
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OPC seeks cooperation from Maryland’s utilities to realize benefits of the Utility RELIEF Act. Read OPC's press release: content.govdelivery.com/acco…
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Are you prepared for a tropical storm? Tropical storm season is upon us (June-November). Visit OPC’s website for tips on storm preparation and surviving a long-term power outage, and for outage reporting information: bit.ly/StormPrepOPC
Utility power-outage phone numbers and tips on storm preparedness including cleaning your gutters of debris, checking your yard for rain pooling, trimming trees that appear weak, checking seals on doors and windows, and covering and securing outdoor furniture and firewood and grill.

ALT Utility power-outage phone numbers and tips on storm preparedness including cleaning your gutters of debris, checking your yard for rain pooling, trimming trees that appear weak, checking seals on doors and windows, and covering and securing outdoor furniture and firewood and grill.

Utility power-outage phone numbers and tips on storm preparedness including cleaning your gutters of debris, checking your yard for rain pooling, trimming trees that appear weak, checking seals on doors and windows, and covering and securing outdoor furniture and firewood and grill.

ALT Utility power-outage phone numbers and tips on storm preparedness including cleaning your gutters of debris, checking your yard for rain pooling, trimming trees that appear weak, checking seals on doors and windows, and covering and securing outdoor furniture and firewood and grill.
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