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HB 146 — Affordable Electricity Act of 2026

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Last verified: March 2026

Legislative Status

Dead. House Transportation, Highways & Military Affairs Committee declined to move the bill forward after hearing testimony almost exclusively from utility representatives. Utilities argued safety concerns and grid cost-sharing issues.

Sponsored by: Rep. Clark Stith

Key Provisions

Would have exempted certified plug-in solar devices from interconnection requirements.

What This Means for You

What You Can Do

Traditional rooftop solar is available with standard interconnection. Rocky Mountain Power offers net metering.

Current Limitations

No plug-in solar exemption. Utilities require interconnection agreements. Bill was actively opposed and defeated by utility lobbying.

Available Rebates & Incentives

Net metering available through Rocky Mountain Power. No state solar rebate or tax credit in Wyoming. The federal 30% ITC (Section 25D) expired December 31, 2025.

Official Bill Reference

Dead — Killed in Committee (February 2026)
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Wyoming Solar Data

Avg. Electricity Rate11.2¢/kWh
TOU Peak Spread
2¢/kWh
Est. Annual Savings~$145/yr
Last UpdatedMarch 2026

A 2¢/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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