CA AB1923

Authorizes the Public Utilities Commission to use funds allocated for research, development, and demonstration under the California Solar Initiative (up to $50 million) for antitheft technology and security measures to protect solar energy system investments.

Establishes legislative findings that solar panel theft has become a significant problem, citing over 400 panels worth $400,000 stolen from Napa County wineries between June 2008 and September 2009.

Declares that solar energy is critical to California's energy goals, including reducing dependence on fossil fuels, meeting climate change targets, and achieving the state's renewable energy objectives of 33 percent renewable generation.

Requires the Public Utilities Commission to submit annual assessments to the Legislature on the California Solar Initiative's progress, including program costs, environmental benefits, and impact on electrical rates and grid reliability.

Maintains the total program cost cap at $3,350,800,000 and establishes funding mechanisms through customer charges on major utilities and local publicly owned electric utilities.