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Glass Hearing: Data Centers Driving Pepco Rate Hikes

Glass Feb 12, 2026
FromCouncilmember Evan Glass
Email“The Glass Gazette: February 12, 2026”
ReceivedFeb 12, 2026
Councilmember Evan Glass held a public hearing with local utility companies to examine rising electric, water, and gas bills for Montgomery County residents. Utility representatives testified that increased grid demand from data centers in Virginia, Pennsylvania, and Ohio is a key driver, with Pepco delivery charges rising 33% since 2020. Glass said he will work with federal and state lawmakers to seek solutions.
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FOX 5 story on rising utility costs
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Key dates

2026-02-05
hearing — Glass utility hearing with local utility companies on rising residential bills

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