Maryland residents are feeling the impact of the EmPOWER MD charge on their electric bills, with some seeing an increase of $50 or more per month. Originally created in 2008 to promote energy efficiency, the program now aims to help lower-income families switch to electric appliances to reduce greenhouse gas emissions. Republicans in the state legislature are calling for Governor Wes Moore to remove the charge from electric bills in light of the recent high bills from the winter cold snap. They argue that providing relief to families in need should take precedence. Governor Moore, however, believes that the long-term issue of electric supply needs to be addressed and that reducing demand through the EmPOWER fund is an important part of the solution. He emphasizes the need for both short-term relief for families and long-term energy solutions. The debate over the EmPOWER MD charge underscores the complex balance between providing immediate relief to residents and addressing broader energy challenges in Maryland.
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