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HB 119

Energy Performance Contracts - Navigators, Funding, and Requirements

2026 Regular Session Introduced by Joe Vogel

HB 119 creates energy performance contract navigators and establishes funding/requirements to help Maryland entities finance efficiency improvements through guaranteed savings agreements.

Hearing 2/03 at 2:00 p.m.
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Bill Summary · HB 119

Legislative bill overview

HB 119 establishes a framework for energy performance contracts in Maryland, creating navigator positions to help entities access these contracts and defining funding mechanisms and requirements for implementation. The bill aims to streamline the process by which public and private institutions can finance energy efficiency improvements through guaranteed savings agreements.

Why is this important

Energy performance contracts allow organizations to fund efficiency upgrades upfront through guaranteed energy savings, reducing both operational costs and carbon emissions without requiring large capital expenditures. This mechanism is particularly valuable for schools, municipalities, and nonprofits with limited budgets but significant energy consumption. The bill's navigator program could accelerate adoption of these proven energy-saving technologies across Maryland.

Potential points of contention

  • Navigator costs and oversight: Questions about how navigator positions are funded, their qualifications, and whether the administrative infrastructure justifies the expense relative to efficiency gains
  • Guarantee mechanisms: Disputes over who bears the risk if projected energy savings don't materialize and how performance is verified and enforced
  • Scope and eligibility: Disagreement over which entities qualify (public only vs. private sector inclusion) and whether all building types are covered equally

Compiled from official sources — confirm details with the bill’s official record.

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