It is unlawful for a bidder to use or employ any manipulative, misleading, or deceptive practice in connection with its qualification application or purchase of allowances from the Department, including but not limited to any practice that is in contravention of any applicable federal or state law or regulation, this subtitle, and rules and regulations the Maryland Public Service Commission may prescribe as necessary or appropriate in the public interest or for the protection of electric rate payers.
Md. Code Regs. 26.09.04.11