HB 4080 — Relating to Plug-In Solar Devices
Sponsored by: Rep. Maxine Dexter
Would have prohibited utilities from charging customers extra fees for notifying them about a plug-in solar system. Would have prevented utilities from raising minimum monthly bills above standard rates.
No specific plug-in solar law. Oregon has strong net metering. PGE and Pacific Power offer solar programs.
Oregon utilities currently require interconnection agreements for grid-tied systems.
Energy Trust of Oregon offers cash incentives for solar installations for PGE and Pacific Power customers. Oregon net metering available. Oregon property tax exemption for solar systems. The federal 30% ITC (Section 25D) expired December 31, 2025.
Oregon has limited retail electricity choice. Some customers in certain utility territories may be able to access plug-in solar through an energy provider bundle.
Learn about REP partner offers →Oregon has no explicit law permitting or prohibiting plug-in solar devices. A bill (HB 4080) has been introduced to clarify the legal framework. Until it passes, plug-in solar occupies a regulatory gray area.
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