B 26-0750 Legislature · 26th Council Period (2025-2026)

Retail Energy Market Consumer Protection Amendment Act of 2026

This bill amends existing laws to strengthen consumer protections for residential electricity and natural gas customers in Washington, D.C. It requires third-party energy suppliers to cap their prices at no more than 110% of the standard utility rate, with exceptions allowed for suppliers offering renewable energy or those deemed to be in the public interest. Additionally, the legislation grants residents the right to cancel their energy contracts at any time without facing early termination fees or penalties. The bill also holds energy companies legally responsible for any violations committed by their agents, contractors, or brokers.
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Introduced Jul 8, 2026 Last action Aug 31, 2026
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Jul 14, 2026
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Referred to Committee on Transportation and the Environment
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Jul 8, 2026
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B26-0750 Introduced by Chairman Mendelson at Office of the Secretary
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