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A 6019

Prohibits collection of certain subscription fees under community solar program.

2024-2025 Regular Session Introduced by Greg Myhre and 2 co-sponsors

A 6019 restricts subscription fee collection in New Jersey's community solar program to improve affordability for residential solar subscribers.

Introduced in the Assembly, Referred to Assembly Telecommunications and Utilities Committee
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Bill Summary · A 6019

Legislative bill overview

Assembly Bill A 6019 prohibits the collection of certain subscription fees within New Jersey's community solar program. Community solar allows residents who cannot install rooftop solar to subscribe to shared solar installations and receive credits on their electricity bills. This bill restricts how much or what types of fees can be charged to participants in these programs.

Why is this important

Community solar programs are designed to democratize access to solar energy benefits for renters, low-income households, and those without suitable roofs. Fee restrictions directly impact program affordability and accessibility—if fees are too high, they can eliminate the financial savings that make community solar attractive. This also affects the economics for solar developers and utilities managing these programs.

Potential points of contention

  • Program viability: Prohibiting fees could make community solar projects financially unfeasible for developers, potentially reducing the number of projects available to subscribers
  • Scope ambiguity: The bill language "certain subscription fees" is undefined—unclear which fees are prohibited versus permitted (administrative costs, maintenance, management fees, etc.)
  • Cost allocation: If fees are restricted, other stakeholders (utilities, ratepayers, taxpayers) may absorb costs, raising questions about who ultimately bears the financial burden

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

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