HB 4029
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
2026 Regular Session
At the request of
(at the request of House Interim Committee on Climate, Energy, and Environment for Representative John Lively)
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Support
94%
Oppose
6%
- Introduced
- Passed House
- Passed Senate
- To Governor
- Became Law
Bill overview
This bill requires solar energy contractors and installers to have licenses appropriate for the scope of their work. It mandates specific disclosures to residents before selling, leasing, or entering into power purchase agreements for solar energy systems, covering costs, warranties, and potential savings. The bill also establishes requirements for installation contracts, including itemized costs, payment schedules, and warranty details. Finally, it prohibits deceptive statements related to these contracts and provides a legal basis for enforcement.
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Primary sponsor
Cosponsor
Energy, and Environment House Interim Committee on Climate
Arguments in favor
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Supporters of HB 4029 agree that the bill is essential for promoting transparency and protecting Oregon's residential solar customers. They emphasize the need to prevent misleading advertising, ensure clear sales contracts, and regulate solar energy contractors to prevent unscrupulous practices. Key concerns include ensuring accurate written information before significant investments, obtaining local electric utility approval prior to installation, and holding bad actors accountable through required disclosures. By strengthening consumer protections, supporters believe Oregon can promote a more just and equitable market where consumers receive honest advice and are protected from deceptive sales tactics.
Source: Testimony Summaries
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