From The Banner · Shayla Colon · · 1m 10s
BGE FlexPay proposal risks power loss for customers
BGE’s FlexPay program could cut power for 300,000 Maryland customers by stripping protections.
In brief
BGE’s FlexPay program could cut power for 300,000 Maryland customers by stripping protections. BGE’s FlexPay proposal may disconnect power for customers who fall behind on bills, as advocates warn it removes 14-day notice requirements. Originally reported by The Banner.
BGE seeks FlexPay approval
Baltimore Gas and Electric Co. wants to offer customers a new way to pay utility bills in advance.
Advocates oppose FlexPay
Consumer advocates gathered at Epiphany Lutheran Church demanding state lawmakers deny BGE’s FlexPay request.
FlexPay system details
Customers pay upfront minimum $40, with account balance updates and power cutoff if below $0.
BGE’s affordability claim
BGE says FlexPay helps customers avoid overdue bills, though critics call it a temporary fix.
Jennifer Bevan-Dangel’s warning
Economic Action Maryland Fund deputy director calls FlexPay a 'terrible proposal' equivalent to giving coal to keep people warm.
“terrible proposal”
BGE’s rate hike push
BGE seeks $156 million rate hike while 300,000 customers are behind on bills.
Tyrone Moore’s struggle
Disabled customer owes $2,000 and has been a 'hostage' of BGE since 2019.
“hostage”
Emily Scarr’s call
Maryland PIRG urges PSC to reject BGE’s rate hike and lower profit rates.
The big picture
BGE’s FlexPay proposal may disconnect power for customers who fall behind on bills, as advocates warn it removes 14-day notice requirements.
