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HB 340 — Plug-In Solar Device Amendments

Permitted
Current Status
Last verified: March 2026

Legislative Status

Signed into law by Gov. Spencer Cox, March 2025. Passed unanimously in both chambers. Effective immediately.

Sponsored by: Rep. Raymond Ward

Legislation Progress

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Introduced
In Committee
Passed Committee
One Chamber
Both Chambers
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Enacted

Expected Timeline

Effective immediately since March 2025.

Key Provisions

Creates a new legal category for plug-in solar devices up to 1,200 watts. Exempts them from utility interconnection agreements. Allows self-installation without permits. Permits limited backfeeding of excess energy. No new subsidies or tax credits — purely a deregulation measure.

What This Means for You

What You Can Do

Buy a UL-certified plug-in solar kit (up to 1,200W), install it yourself on a balcony or yard, and plug it into a standard 120V outlet. No permits, no utility approval, no professional installation required.

Current Limitations

Systems over 1,200W still require standard interconnection. No state rebate or tax credit is available under this law. Traditional rooftop systems still require permits.

Available Rebates & Incentives

No state rebate under HB 340 (deregulation-only law). Net metering credit available via Rocky Mountain Power. The federal 30% ITC (Section 25D) expired December 31, 2025 and is no longer available.

Official Bill Reference

Enacted — Signed by Governor, March 2025
View Full Bill Text — HB 340

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Utah Solar Data

Avg. Electricity Rate11.6¢/kWh
TOU Peak Spread
4¢/kWh
Est. Annual Savings~$153/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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