Maryland Guide · Updated April 2026
EmPOWER Maryland offers up to $9,000 in electrification rebates right now. The IRA-funded HERO (HOMES) and HEAR programs ($137M) have conditional DOE approval.
Maryland homeowners can access federal tax credits, state HOMES/HEAR rebate programs, and local property tax exemptions. Here is the current status of every major program as of April 2026:
EmPOWER Maryland offers up to $9,000 in electrification rebates now
HERO/HOMES and HEAR ($137M) conditionally approved by DOE
Homestead Tax Credit limits assessment increases — significant in high-appreciation areas
Income-based property tax credit available for households earning under $60K
Utility-administered energy efficiency and electrification rebates for heating, cooling, and weatherization. Available now through your utility provider.
Official program page →$68.6M allocated. Maryland's HOMES variant is called HERO. Conditionally approved by DOE; additional approvals required.
Official program page →$68.2M allocated. Same timeline as HERO. Maryland Environmental Service handling delivery.
Official program page →IRC §25D (30% solar) and §25C (heat pump, $2,000 cap) were terminated for installs placed in service after December 31, 2025 under the One Big Beautiful Bill Act (Public Law 119-21, July 2025). Still claimable on your 2025 return if installation was completed by Dec 31, 2025.
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