Maryland Energy Relief Credit

Maryland residential customers will receive two bill credits as part of the Next Generation Energy Act’s Legislative Energy Relief Fund. The credits are designed to help customers manage higher energy bills due to rising electric supply prices.

Below you’ll find answers to questions about the credits and additional resources to help you manage your energy costs.
 

  • What is the Legislative Energy Relief Refund?

    The Legislative Energy Relief Fund was created as part of the Next Generation Energy Act that was passed in April 2025. The fund provides $200 million in refunds to electric utility customers in the state of Maryland to help lessen the impact of higher bills due to rising electric supply prices. 

  • How do the credits work?

    Customers will receive a credit directly on their bill in September 2025 and a second in early 2026.

    The refunds are based on an individual customer’s average electricity usage over a year, from April 2024 through March 2025.

    The credit amounts for September 2025 are as follows:

    Customer Usage (kWh)

    Customer Credit Amount

    Less than 580 kWh

     $43.59

    580-1760 kWh

     $51.09

    Greater than 1760 kWh

     $58.59
  • Where can I find the credit on my bill?

    The credit will be listed as Legislative Energy Relief Refund on your September bill.

  • Who can receive the credit?

    Residential customers must meet the following criteria to receive the summer credit:

    • Have an active electric account as of June 1, 2025
    • Have recorded electricity usage between April 1, 2024, and March 31, 2025
    • Be an active account holder during the month when the credit is applied

  • What if I want to decline the bill credit?

    If you do not wish to keep the credit, you are encouraged to make a monetary donation to a program that offers energy assistance. 

  • What agencies are available for donation?

    If you wish to donate your credit to an energy assistance agency, the organizations below can accept a donation:

    • Beyond Shelter Frederick, 27 Degrange St.. Frederick, MD 21701
    • Allegany Co. Department of Social Services, 1 Frederick St., Cumberland, MD 21502
    • Human Services Programs of Carroll County, Inc., P.O. Box 489, Westminster, MD 21157
    • Garrett Co. Community Action Committee, Inc., 104 East Center St., Oakland, MD 21550


    You also can donate to an agency of your choice. 

     

  • How else can I manage my energy costs?

    These credits complement programs available year-round to help manage energy usage and costs, including: 

    • Bill assistance programs for income-eligible customers, those with medical needs and others facing financial hardship. Visit firstenergycorp.com/billassist. 
    • Energy efficiency tools, including the Home Energy Analyzer, whole home energy solutions, HVAC rebates, appliance rebates and recycling. Visit energysavemd.com. 
    • Easy-to-implement tips and tricks, including a guide of 100 ways to save energy without sacrificing comfort. Visit firstenergycorp.com/saveenergy. 
  • What should I do if I need additional help?

    If you have questions about the credits or need help with your account, please contact us and a member of our team will be happy to assist you.