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HB4080Introduced in the House

Relating to portable solar photovoltaic energy devices; prescribing an effective date.

Failed

Introduced by Sarah Finger McDonald, District 16

What does this bill do?

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Official description

Allows a person to use a plug-in solar power device. (Flesch Readability Score: 61.3). Allows a retail electricity consumer to install and use portable solar photovoltaic energy devices with up to a total maximum generating capacity of 1,200 watts. Defines "portable solar photovoltaic energy device." Requires a retail electricity consumer to first file a declaration with the electric utility. Limits restrictions on portable solar photovoltaic energy devices in residences by landlords, homeowners associations, and condominium associations. Allows the Director of the Department of Consumer and Business Services to amend the state building code as necessary to address the installation or use of portable solar photovoltaic energy devices. Becomes operative January 1, 2027. Takes effect July 1, 2026.

Where it stands

In committee upon adjournment.

March 6, 2026

How did lawmakers vote?

No recorded vote is available for this bill yet.

Bill history

  1. First reading. Referred to Speaker's desk.

  2. Referred to Climate, Energy, and Environment.

  3. Public Hearing held.

  4. In committee upon adjournment.

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