(New Title) relative to plug-in solar generation systems.
Sponsored By: David H. Watters (Democratic)
Signed by Governor
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Bill Overview
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5 provisions identified: 2 benefits, 1 costs, 2 mixed.
Portable solar users avoid utility fees
Beginning January 1, 2027, utilities cannot require approval or charge related fees for compliant portable solar devices. Utilities also cannot demand extra controls or equipment beyond those built into the device. Utilities can offer an optional way to report wattage and the number of devices at an address after installation. Owners do not have to report, and notice cannot trigger approval, interconnection review, or an interconnection agreement.
State limits rules for connecting generators
Beginning January 1, 2027, New Hampshire limits state rules for connecting generators to the electric grid. Safety, reliability, and power quality requirements must be reasonable. They cannot exceed applicable test standards from the American National Standards Institute, Underwriters Laboratories, or Institute of Electrical and Electronics Engineers.
Utilities shielded from portable solar claims
Beginning January 1, 2027, electric distribution utilities are not liable for harms arising from a customer's portable solar device. This protection covers damage, injury, compensation, and charges arising from installation or use. The law does not limit claims against the device's manufacturer, installer, or owner.
Portable solar exemptions have size limits
Beginning January 1, 2027, qualifying portable solar devices in New Hampshire are exempt from utility interconnection requirements and agreements. They are outside state net metering rules, and each metered customer is limited to one system with no more than 1,200 watts of AC inverter output. Devices must be movable and connect to a building's branch circuit through an outlet listed for that purpose. They must mainly offset the customer's on-site electricity use. Certified, listed anti-islanding and rapid-shutdown safeguards must prevent the device from supplying power during a grid outage.
Solar users get guidance and safety rules
Beginning January 1, 2027, the state building code review board must update the code to address portable solar devices. The update must recognize applicable national standards. Devices must meet applicable building codes and follow the manufacturer's installation and operating instructions. New Hampshire's Department of Energy must create and maintain a public information page about these devices. It must cover meter compatibility across utilities, possible electric bill effects, and safety standards and considerations.
Sponsors & Cosponsors
Sponsor
David H. Watters
Democratic • Senate
Cosponsors
Cindy Rosenwald
Democratic • Senate
Debra Altschiller
Democratic • Senate
Howard Pearl
r • Senate
Kat McGhee
Democratic • House
Keith R. Murphy
Republican • Senate
Kevin A. Avard
Republican • Senate
Rebecca Perkins Kwoka
Democratic • Senate
Roll Call Votes
No roll call votes available for this bill.
Actions Timeline
II. Remainder Effective 07/02/2026
7/9/2026SenateI. Section 3 of this act shall take effect as provided in Section 6
7/9/2026SenateSigned by the Governor on 07/02/2026; Chapter 262
7/9/2026SenateEnrolled (in recess of) 06/04/2026 HJ 15 P. 45
6/17/2026HouseEnrolled Adopted, VV, (In recess 06/04/2026); SJ 14
6/17/2026SenateEnrolled Bill Amendment # 2026-2020e Adopted, VV, (In recess of 06/04/2026); SJ 14
6/5/2026SenateEnrolled Bill Amendment # 2026-2020e: AA VV (in recess of) 05/21/2026 HJ 14 P. 37
6/2/2026HouseSen. Pearl Moved to Concur with the House Amendment, MA, VV; 05/07/2026; SJ 11
5/7/2026SenateReferral Waived by Committee Chair per House Rule 47(f) 04/23/2026 HJ 11 P. 72
4/23/2026HouseReferred to Finance 04/23/2026 HJ 11 P. 72
4/23/2026HouseOught to Pass with Amendment 2026-1452h: MA DV 293-43 04/23/2026 HJ 11 P. 72
4/23/2026HouseAmendment # 2026-1452h: AA VV 04/23/2026 HJ 11 P. 71
4/23/2026HouseMinority Committee Report: Inexpedient to Legislate
4/15/2026HouseMajority Committee Report: Ought to Pass with Amendment # 2026-1452h (NT) 04/13/2026 (Vote 16-1; RC)
4/15/2026HouseExecutive Session: 04/13/2026 09:00 am GP 229
4/8/2026HousePublic Hearing: 04/06/2026 01:00 pm GP 229
3/26/2026HouseIntroduced (in recess of) 03/12/2026 and referred to Science, Technology and Energy HJ 8 P. 114
3/16/2026HouseOught to Pass: MA, VV; OT3rdg; 03/12/2026; SJ 6
3/6/2026SenateCommittee Report: Ought to Pass, 03/12/2026; Vote 6-0; CC; SC 9
3/5/2026SenateOught to Pass with Amendment #2026-0511s, MA, VV; Refer to Finance Rule 4-5; 02/19/2026; SJ 4
2/18/2026SenateCommittee Amendment # 2026-0511s, AA, VV; 02/19/2026; SJ 4
2/9/2026SenateCommittee Report: Ought to Pass with Amendment # 2026-0511s, 02/19/2026; Vote 5-0; CC; SC 6
2/4/2026SenateHearing: 01/08/2026, Room 103, SH, 01:30 pm; SC 46
12/9/2025SenateIntroduced 01/07/2026 and Referred to Energy and Natural Resources; SJ 1
11/24/2025Senate
Bill Text
As Amended
6/5/2026
Enrolled
6/2/2026
Introduced
11/24/2025
CHAPTERED FINAL VERSION
Version adopted by both bodies
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