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OR HB3966

Bill

Status

Failed

6/27/2025

Primary Sponsor

John Lively

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Origin

House of Representatives

2025 Legislative Measures

AI Summary

  • Requires solar energy contractors and installers to hold appropriate licenses from the Department of Consumer and Business Services for electrical or limited renewable energy work

  • Mandates detailed written disclosures before selling, leasing, or entering power purchase agreements for residential solar systems, including purchase price, dealer fees, estimated energy production, warranty information, and federal tax credit eligibility warnings

  • Requires installation contracts exceeding $1,000 to include itemized costs, payment schedules, component specifications, financing terms, energy production estimates using industry-standard methodology, and mandatory customer acknowledgment notices

  • Grants customers a three-day rescission period after signing installation contracts, during which contractors cannot collect payments, charge cancellation fees, or begin work

  • Classifies violations of these requirements as unlawful trade practices under ORS 646.608, making contractors liable for actual damages and subject to enforcement under Oregon's Unlawful Trade Practices Act

Legislative Description

Relating to solar energy systems.

Last Action

In committee upon adjournment.

6/27/2025

Committee Referrals

Climate, Energy, and Environment4/23/2025

Full Bill Text

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