Ohio

OH

HB 755 — Plug-In Solar Device Consumer Access Act

Pending
Current Status
Last verified: March 2026

Legislative Status

HB 755 introduced. In early committee stages.

Sponsored by: Reps. Rader and Glassburn

Legislation Progress

Introduced

15%

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

Passage Likelihood

35%

Introduced but in early committee stages. Ohio has a Republican-controlled legislature. Bipartisan sponsors but utility opposition from AEP Ohio and FirstEnergy is strong. Ohio meets year-round so no deadline pressure, but Republican majority is a challenge.

Session Deadline

Year-round (no fixed adjournment)

Legislative calendar cutoff

Expected Timeline

Committee vote uncertain. Passage in 2026 is possible but not likely given utility opposition and Republican majority.

Ohio Solar Data

Avg. Electricity Rate14.6¢/kWh
TOU Peak Spread
5¢/kWh
Est. Annual Savings
~$160/yr
Last UpdatedMarch 2026
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Key Provisions

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

Effective DateNot specified in bill text
Wattage Limit1,200 watts
UL 3700Not mentioned
PermitNot addressed
Utility ApprovalWaived
UL 3700 DetailsUL or equivalent nationally recognized testing laboratory certification required
HOA / DeedNot addressed in the bill text.
RentersNot addressed in the bill text.
Net MeteringNot explicitly addressed.
What Makes This State Unique

HB 755 is one of the first plug-in solar bills in the Midwest. Ohio has a deregulated electricity market which could affect how plug-in solar interacts with retail choice.

Notable Gaps

Does not address HOA restrictions, renter rights, net metering, or building permits.

What This Means for You

What You Can Do

If passed: self-install without AEP Ohio or FirstEnergy approval.

Current Limitations

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

Official Bill Reference

Introduced · In Committee (2026)
View Full Bill Text — HB 755

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Ohio State Overview

Key data on solar potential, demographics, utilities, and incentives.

Solar Resource
Peak Sun Hours4.56 hrs/day
Optimal Tilt20°
Best FacingDue South (180°)
Est. Annual Output (800W)1,050 kWh/yr
Best MonthsMay, June, July

The PVWatts energy estimate is based on an hourly performance simulation using a typical-year weather file that represents a multi-year historical period for Columbus, OH for a Fixed (open rack) photovoltaic system.

Major Utilities
AEP Ohio
~1,500,000 customers
Net metering
FirstEnergy
~1,000,000+ customers
Net metering
Duke Energy Ohio
~700,000 customers
Net metering
AES Ohio
~520,000 customers
Net metering

Population
11,883,304
Total Households
4,863,191
Owner-Occupied
3,267,646
Renter-Occupied
1,595,545
Single-Family Homes
3,703,809
Apartment Units (5+)
805,174
Median Income
$71,389
Median Home Value
$214,800

33% of Ohio households are renter-occupied — approximately 1,595,545 households that could benefit from plug-in solar without owning their home.

Ohio SREC market allows solar owners to earn and sell certificates (current market ~$3/MWh; available through January 2028). Net metering available through AEP Ohio and FirstEnergy with credits carried forward continuously. Property tax exemption for renewable energy projects under 250 kW. The federal 30% ITC (Section 25D) expired December 31, 2025.

Ohio has a fully deregulated electricity market. You may be able to get plug-in solar bundled with your electricity plan through a Retail Energy Provider (REP) — potentially at lower cost than buying hardware outright.

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News Coverage

Media coverage of plug-in solar developments in Ohio.

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