PA HB272

Establishes the Municipal and Emergency Responder Solar Grant Program administered by the Department of Environmental Protection to provide competitive grants to political subdivisions, local authorities, and emergency service facilities (fire, police, ambulance) for solar energy projects

Grants may cover up to 50% of eligible project costs including equipment purchase and installation, solar leases, power purchase agreements, permit fees, energy storage, and utility interconnection

Requires contractors to pay prevailing wages under the Pennsylvania Prevailing Wage Act, with full grant refund required for non-compliance; workers must complete OSHA 10-hour safety training

Mandates preference for applicants seeking Inflation Reduction Act funding and those located within 50 miles of coal-powered plants that have closed or will close within one year

Requires solar equipment to be at least 75% produced or manufactured in the United States if available, and applicants must retain ownership of equipment either upon installation or at conclusion of lease/power purchase agreements