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HB 760

Establish solar consumer protection laws

2025 Regular Session Introduced by George Nikolakakos

Montana law establishes solar company licensing, consumer disclosures, and warranty protections to regulate solar energy sales and installations for residential and commercial customers.

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Bill Summary · HB 760

Legislative bill overview

HB 760 establishes consumer protection standards for solar energy installations and sales in Montana. The bill creates regulatory requirements for solar companies, including licensing, disclosure obligations, and warranty protections for residential and commercial customers purchasing or leasing solar systems.

Why is this important

Solar energy adoption is growing rapidly in Montana, but consumers often lack standardized protections when dealing with solar installers and companies. Without clear regulations, customers face risks including deceptive sales practices, poor workmanship, inadequate warranties, and disputes over system performance—issues that have generated numerous complaints to state attorney general offices nationwide.

Potential points of contention

  • Industry compliance costs: Solar companies may argue that new licensing and disclosure requirements increase operational expenses, potentially raising system costs for consumers
  • Scope of protections: Disagreement over whether protections should apply equally to all installation types (residential, commercial, community solar) or focus on specific categories
  • Warranty and performance standards: Defining realistic performance guarantees and dispute resolution mechanisms without making warranties uninsurable or discouraging legitimate businesses from operating in Montana

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

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