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Introduced
01/21/2026
01/21/2026
In Committee
02/11/2026
02/11/2026
Crossed Over
Passed
Dead
Introduced Session
2026 Regular Session
Bill Summary
Requires any person or entity selling a residential solar energy device to comply with consumer protection laws. Prohibits the sale of a residential solar energy device without a contractor's license or contractual affiliation with a licensed contractor. Requires a standardized disclosure form to be developed by the Department of Commerce and Consumer Affairs for use in all residential solar proposals and contracts. (SD1)
AI Summary
This bill requires any person or entity selling a residential solar energy device to comply with consumer protection laws, specifically prohibiting the sale of such devices without a contractor's license or a contractual affiliation with a licensed contractor, and mandates the creation of a standardized one-page disclosure form by the Department of Commerce and Consumer Affairs for all residential solar proposals and contracts, which will include details like total system price, estimated energy production and savings, incentive eligibility, payment terms, ownership structure, contractor information, warranty terms, and consumer cancellation rights, with violations considered unfair or deceptive practices.
Committee Categories
Business and Industry, Government Affairs
Sponsors (5)
Stanley Chang (D)*,
Jarrett Keohokalole (D)*,
Angus McKelvey (D)*,
Carol Fukunaga (D),
Troy Hashimoto (D),
Last Action
Senate Commerce and Consumer Protection Decision (09:45:00 2/26/2026 Conference Room 229 & Videoconference) (on 02/26/2026)
Official Document
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| Document Type | Source Location |
|---|---|
| State Bill Page | https://www.capitol.hawaii.gov/session/measure_indiv.aspx?billtype=SB&billnumber=2032&year=2026 |
| BillText | https://www.capitol.hawaii.gov/sessions/session2026/bills/SB2032_SD1_.HTM |
| Committee Report SB2032_SD1_SSCR2174_ | https://www.capitol.hawaii.gov/sessions/session2026/CommReports/SB2032_SD1_SSCR2174_.pdf |
| SB2032_TESTIMONY_EIG_02-03-26_ | https://www.capitol.hawaii.gov/sessions/session2026/Testimony/SB2032_TESTIMONY_EIG_02-03-26_.PDF |
| BillText | https://www.capitol.hawaii.gov/sessions/session2026/bills/SB2032_.HTM |
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