# COMAR Title 07 — Department of Human Services

## Subtitle 03 — Family Investment Administration

### Chapter 22 — Electric Universal Service Program

#### Regulation .01 Purpose and Scope.

*COMAR 07.03.22.01*

A. The purpose of the Electric Universal Service Program (EUSP) is to:

  (1) Provide cash assistance and weatherization services to eligible low-income Maryland residents under the Universal Service Program provisions of The Electric Competition and Customer Choice Act to the extent that funds are available; and

  (2) Help residents reduce and manage their electric costs and maintain their electric service.

B. The assistance components under the EUSP administered by the Office of Home Energy include:

  (1) Bill assistance; and

  (2) Arrearage retirement.