Energy (Solar)

in committee · Hawaii · House Feb 24, 2026

HB 2486: RELATING TO SOLAR ENERGY.

Defines and provides requirements for the use of a portable solar generation device. Provides that electric utility companies are not liable for any damage or injury caused by a portable solar generation device. Requires each portable solar generation device to be registered with the Public Utilities Commission. Requires the Public Utilities Commission to establish and maintain an online system for registration of portable solar generation devices, at no cost to the customer. Effective 7/1/3000. (HD1)

Topics ✓ EnergySupports EnergyBill enables solar adoption via registration system and liability protections, directly supporting renewable energy infrastructure development.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Solar

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in committee · Hawaii · Senate Dec 8, 2025

SB 1090: RELATING TO ENERGY.

Requires solar conduit- and electrical panel-readiness for new residential construction offered for sale at fair market value and electric vehicle-readiness when an electrical panel and parking area are installed. Effective 1/1/2026.

Topics ✓ EnergySupports EnergyMandates solar conduit/electrical panel readiness and EV readiness in new residential construction, directly advancing renewable energy infrastructure and clean transportation adoption.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Electric Vehicles Solar

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in committee · Hawaii · Senate Dec 8, 2025

SB 579: RELATING TO DISTRIBUTED ENERGY RESOURCES.

Requires utilities to pay distributed energy resources program customers for bill credits generated by the customer that are not used by the customer within 1 year.

Topics ✓ EnergySupports EnergyRequires utilities to pay customers for unused solar-generated energy credits, incentivizing distributed renewable adoption and protecting consumer rights in energy programs.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Solar

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in committee · Hawaii · House Feb 10, 2026

HB 2435: RELATING TO PORTABLE PLUG-IN SOLAR GENERATION DEVICES.

Prohibits binding agreements preventing the installation of a portable plug-in solar generation device on any residential dwelling, subject to certain requirements.

Topics ✓ EnergySupports EnergyProhibits restrictions on residential solar device installation, directly promoting renewable energy adoption by removing barriers to portable solar generation.90% confidence

Sub-Topics Electric Vehicles Solar

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in committee · Hawaii · House Feb 2, 2026

HB 2609: RELATING TO RENEWABLE ENERGY.

Defines "portable solar generation device" and establishes certain requirements for their regulation and use exclusively within units in condominiums organized pursuant to Chapter 514B, HRS. Requires the Public Utilities Commission to establish an online registration system. Clarifies that portable solar generation devices are subject to certain approval procedures for installation in condominiums. Requires reports to the Legislature.

Topics ✓ EnergySupports EnergyBill defines portable solar devices and creates regulatory framework for their use in condos, promoting renewable energy adoption through PUC registration and approval procedures.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Renewable Energy Solar

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