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SF 267

A bill for an act relating to solar energy by establishing a shared solar net metering cooperative program.

2025-2026 Regular Session Introduced by Mike Klimesh

Summary of SF 267: Shared Solar Net Metering Cooperative Program OverviewBill Number: SF 267 Title: A bill for an act relating to solar energy by establishing a shared solar net m

Subcommittee recommends amendment and passage.
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Bill Summary · SF 267

Summary of SF 267: Shared Solar Net Metering Cooperative Program

Overview

Bill Number: SF 267
Title: A bill for an act relating to solar energy by establishing a shared solar net metering cooperative program.
Status: Subcommittee recommends amendment and passage.
Introduced: February 11, 2025

Purpose and Intent

The primary goal of SF 267 is to establish a shared solar net metering cooperative program to expand access to solar energy, particularly for low-income and underserved communities. The bill aims to make solar power more affordable and accessible by allowing multiple consumers to share the benefits of a single solar energy system.

Key Provisions

  • Creates a new "shared solar net metering cooperative" program to be administered by the state's utilities commission
  • Requires utilities to offer a shared solar net metering tariff to allow multiple customers to subscribe to and receive credits from a single solar energy system
  • Mandates that at least 40% of shared solar capacity be reserved for low-income residential customers
  • Provides tax credits of up to 30% of the cost for individuals or organizations to invest in shared solar projects
  • Directs the utilities commission to establish rules and procedures for the shared solar program, including subscriber requirements and credit calculations

Affected Parties and Impacts

  • Residential, commercial, and industrial electricity customers will have the option to subscribe to shared solar projects and receive bill credits
  • Low-income households will be guaranteed access to at least 40% of shared solar capacity, improving energy affordability
  • Solar developers and installers will have new opportunities to build shared solar projects and sell subscriptions
  • Utilities will be required to integrate the shared solar program into their operations and rate structures

Procedural and Timeline Considerations

SF 267 has been recommended for amendment and passage by a legislative subcommittee. If enacted, the bill would direct the state's utilities commission to establish the shared solar program rules and begin implementation within 12 months. The tax credits and other provisions would take effect starting in the 2026 tax year.

Compiled from official sources — confirm details with the bill’s official record.

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