Justin Ready, a Maryland State Senator, posted several updates on his Twitter account in early January 2026, addressing topics ranging from regional food culture to state energy policy and local business discussions.
On January 5, 2026, Ready commented on Southern cuisine, stating, “This is also true of BBQ in the South”.
The following day, January 6, 2026, Ready addressed utility costs in Maryland. He wrote, “Sigh. I’m not going to cape for utilities but the added costs in Maryland are in large part the result of policies mandated by the Maryland General Assembly and supported by Governor Moore. If the governor wants to lower everyone’s bill now, suspend the RPS program which costs”. The statement references energy policies enacted by the state legislature and supported by Governor Wes Moore.
On January 7, 2026, Ready shared details about a community event: “Wonderful to be with the @CarrollChamber membership for their annual Pre-Session Preview at @CarrollHospital in Westminster. Our Delegation members and I discussed business issues, the budget, taxes, education/Blueprint and Energy among other issues. Thank you to the Chamber for”.
Justin Ready serves as a Republican member of the Maryland State Senate representing District 5. The referenced RPS program is Maryland’s Renewable Portfolio Standard (RPS), which requires utilities to source an increasing percentage of electricity from renewable sources—a policy that has been debated regarding its impact on consumer energy bills.
