Maryland Gov. Martin O?Malley?s package of energy proposals to combat a looming power shortage will increase local electric rates but lower consumers? bills, supporters said Tuesday.

State lawmakers in both chambers of the General Assembly heard hours of testimony on legislation to cut energy consumption by 15 percent over the next seven years and require utility companies to offer programs such as rebates for energy-efficient lightbulbs or incentives for in-home energy audits.

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