(New Title) relative to plug-in solar generation systems.
Sponsored By: David H. Watters (Democratic)
Signed by Governor
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Bill Overview
Analyzed Economic Effects
3 provisions identified: 1 benefits, 1 costs, 1 mixed.
Home plug-in solar without utility approval
Beginning January 1, 2027, a portable plug-in solar device is defined as movable, up to 1,200 watts, and designed for a standard 120‑volt outlet to offset your own use. If your device meets this definition and required safety and code rules, you do not need a utility interconnection or a net‑metering agreement. Utilities cannot require prior approval, charge device-related fees, or demand extra utility equipment beyond what the device already has. The Public Utilities Commission sets rules to make clear these devices do not export power and are outside net‑metering.
Utilities not liable for plug-in solar
Beginning January 1, 2027, electric utilities are not liable for damage or injury from a customer’s portable plug‑in solar device. You can still seek damages from the device maker, installer, or owner.
Safety and code rules for plug-in solar
Beginning January 1, 2027, portable plug-in solar devices must include built‑in functions that meet UL 1741 or IEEE 1547 (or equivalent). They must have anti‑islanding and rapid shutdown to prevent back‑feeding during outages. Each device must meet the state building and electrical code and be installed and used per the code and the maker’s instructions. These rules improve safety but can add steps and costs for owners and installers.
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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