HF 2046 Iowa House · 2025-2026 Regular Session

A bill for an act relating to requirements for portable solar generation devices.

This bill defines "portable solar generation devices" as small, moveable solar units (max 1,200 watts) designed to connect to standard household outlets, offset personal electricity use, meet safety codes, and include outage safety features. It prohibits utilities from requiring customer approval for installation, charging fees, or demanding extra equipment beyond the device itself. The bill also exempts these devices from standard interconnection rules and net metering requirements. It directly affects homeowners installing small-scale solar systems under 1.2 kilowatts for personal use.
Bill status in committee 1 of 4 stages cleared
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Jan 2026
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Introduced Jan 14, 2026 Last action Jan 14, 2026
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Sean Bagniewski
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