HB 3966
Requires a solar energy contractor or person that installs a solar energy system to have a license appropriate for the scope of work the solar energy contractor or person will perform.
Jurisdiction
Oregon
Session
2025 Regular Session
Committee
Climate, Energy, and Environment
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Bill overview
This bill requires solar energy contractors or individuals installing solar systems to hold a license appropriate for the scope of their work. It mandates specific disclosures to residents before selling or leasing solar systems, including details about costs, warranties, and potential savings. The bill also establishes requirements for installation contracts, ensuring they include necessary information and protections for consumers. Furthermore, it prohibits deceptive statements related to solar energy transactions.
Key provisions
- Solar energy contractors must hold a license matching the scope of their work.
- Requires disclosures to residents before selling or leasing solar systems, covering costs, warranties, and potential savings.
- Specifies elements and provisions for installation contracts, including detailed information about the system and payment schedules.
- Prohibits deceptive statements regarding solar energy systems and transactions.
- Establishes requirements for sales agents to provide disclosures to residents.
- Defines key terms related to solar energy systems and installations.
- Requires recording of certain disclosures and contracts.
- Outlines procedures for rescinding installation contracts within a three-day period.
Who is affected
- Solar energy contractors
- Residents purchasing or leasing solar systems
- Electric utilities
- Consumers
- Sales agents
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