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Introduced
01/28/2026
01/28/2026
In Committee
02/18/2026
02/18/2026
Crossed Over
Passed
Dead
Introduced Session
2026 Regular Session
Bill Summary
Defines and provides requirements for the use of a portable solar generation device. Provides that electric utility companies are not liable for any damage or injury caused by a portable solar generation device. Requires each portable solar generation device to be registered with the Public Utilities Commission. Requires the Public Utilities Commission to establish and maintain an online system for registration of portable solar generation devices, at no cost to the customer. Effective 7/1/3000. (HD1)
AI Summary
This bill establishes regulations for "portable solar generation devices," which are defined as movable solar power units with a maximum output of 1,200 watts that plug into a standard household outlet and are designed to reduce a customer's electricity usage from the utility company, featuring safety mechanisms to prevent backflow to the grid during outages and requiring certification by recognized testing laboratories like Underwriters Laboratories. The bill exempts these devices from certain utility programs and requirements, allowing customers to install and use them without needing the electric utility's approval, paying fees, or installing additional equipment, and mandates that each device must be registered with the Public Utilities Commission (PUC) through a free online system maintained by the PUC or a delegated entity, while also stating that electric utility companies are not liable for any damage or injury caused by these devices.
Committee Categories
Agriculture and Natural Resources, Business and Industry
Sponsors (28)
Terez Amato (D)*,
Della Belatti (D)*,
Tina Grandinetti (D)*,
Mark Hashem (D)*,
Linda Ichiyama (D)*,
Greggor Ilagan (D)*,
Kim Iwamoto (D)*,
Kirstin Kahaloa (D)*,
Jeanné Kapela (D)*,
Darius Kila (D)*,
Lisa Kitagawa (D)*,
Michael Lee (D)*,
Lisa Marten (D)*,
Scot Matayoshi (D)*,
Lauren Matsumoto (R)*,
Tyson Miyake (D)*,
Dee Morikawa (D)*,
Ikaika Olds (D)*,
Amy Perruso (D)*,
Mahina Poepoe (D)*,
Sean Quinlan (D)*,
Julie Reyes Oda (R)*,
Garner Shimizu (R)*,
Kanani Souza (R)*,
Gregg Takayama (D)*,
Jenna Takenouchi (D)*,
David Tarnas (D)*,
Shirley Ann Templo (D)*,
Last Action
House Consumer Protection & Commerce Hearing (14:00:00 2/24/2026 Conference Room 329 VIA VIDEOCONFERENCE) (on 02/24/2026)
Official Document
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| Document Type | Source Location |
|---|---|
| State Bill Page | https://www.capitol.hawaii.gov/session/measure_indiv.aspx?billtype=HB&billnumber=2486&year=2026 |
| BillText | https://www.capitol.hawaii.gov/sessions/session2026/bills/HB2486_HD1_.HTM |
| Committee Report HB2486_HD1_HSCR389-26_ | https://www.capitol.hawaii.gov/sessions/session2026/CommReports/HB2486_HD1_HSCR389-26_.pdf |
| HB2486_TESTIMONY_EEP_02-10-26_ | https://www.capitol.hawaii.gov/sessions/session2026/Testimony/HB2486_TESTIMONY_EEP_02-10-26_.PDF |
| BillText | https://www.capitol.hawaii.gov/sessions/session2026/bills/HB2486_.HTM |
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