Regarding “Exelon utilities are refusing to refund $32M to customers, citing a change in state law” (Sept. 1):

Let’s get this straight: BGE overcharges Baltimore ratepayers $28 million, admits it in public filings, and then weaponizes a loophole in a law called the “Utility RELIEF Act” to keep our money? This couldn't be a more insulting script.

When a small business accidentally overcharges a customer, they issue a refund. When Exelon does it, they hire a legal army to explain why state law conveniently lets them keep the extra cash.

What’s worse is that state leaders, including Governor Wes Moore, took victory laps after passing the Utility RELIEF Act, claiming it would hold corporate utilities accountable and lower bills. Instead, BGE is using that exact legislation as a shield to pocket tens of millions of dollars from working families who are already struggling to keep the lights on.

This isn't "relief" - it’s legal corporate theft.

The Public Service Commission must order an immediate hearing and force Exelon to return every single penny to ratepayers. And if our state lawmakers truly care about protecting consumers, they need to fix this broken regulatory setup and close these utility-friendly loopholes once and for all.

Luca Barranco, Member of Progressive Maryland and Resident of Baltimore City