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HF 2046 — Plug-In Solar Device Consumer Access Act

Pending
Current Status
Last verified: March 2026

Legislative Status

HF 2046 and companion SF 2056 introduced. In House Commerce Committee. No committee vote yet.

Sponsored by: Rep. Charley Thomson

Legislation Progress

In Committee

30%

pipeline complete

Introduced
In Committee
Passed Committee
One Chamber
Both Chambers
Gov. Desk
Enacted

Passage Likelihood

25%

In committee with no vote yet. Iowa has a Republican trifecta. No committee vote scheduled. Session ends April 21 — very limited time remaining. Utility opposition from MidAmerican Energy (Berkshire Hathaway) is strong.

Session Deadline

April 21, 2026

Legislative calendar cutoff

Expected Timeline

Passage in 2026 is unlikely given the tight deadline and no committee vote scheduled. Expected to be reintroduced in 2027.

Key Provisions

Would exempt certified plug-in solar devices from IUB interconnection requirements.

What This Means for You

What You Can Do

If passed: self-install without MidAmerican Energy or Alliant Energy approval.

Current Limitations

Law not yet enacted. Iowa utilities currently require interconnection agreements.

Available Rebates & Incentives

Iowa does not currently offer a state solar income tax credit for residential systems (the prior credit expired). Net metering available through MidAmerican Energy and Alliant Energy. The federal 30% ITC (Section 25D) expired December 31, 2025.

Official Bill Reference

In House Commerce Committee (2026)
View Full Bill Text — HF 2046

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Iowa Solar Data

Avg. Electricity Rate12.4¢/kWh
TOU Peak Spread
4¢/kWh
Est. Annual Savings~$138/yr
Last UpdatedMarch 2026

A 4¢/kWh TOU spread offers modest peak-shifting value. Battery storage adds some savings here, but the primary benefit is backup power during outages.

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