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HI SB2032
Bill
Status
3/10/2026
Primary Sponsor
Jarrett Keohokalole
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AI Summary
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Requires residential solar energy device sellers to provide a standardized one-page disclosure form before contract execution, including total system price, estimated energy production, savings assumptions, payment terms, warranty information, and cancellation rights.
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Prohibits persons or entities without a contractor's license from entering into solar installation contracts, representing authorization to install solar devices, or engaging in solar marketing/lead generation without being contractually affiliated with a licensed contractor.
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Mandates that the licensed contractor's name and license number appear on all marketing materials, proposals, and contracts for residential solar energy devices.
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Classifies violations of these requirements as unfair or deceptive trade practices under Hawaii's consumer protection laws (Chapter 480), enabling enforcement action.
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Directs the Department of Commerce and Consumer Affairs to design and periodically update the standardized disclosure form template in consultation with the solar industry.
Legislative Description
Relating To Consumer Protection.
Consumer Protection
Last Action
Bill scheduled to be heard by EEP on Thursday, 03-19-26 9:40AM in House conference room 325 VIA VIDEOCONFERENCE.
3/16/2026