HB 2609

Hawaii House bill in Session 2026.

Status: in_committee. Latest action: February 2, 2026.

PUC; Portable Solar Generation Device; Condominiums; Requirements; Registration; Online System; Reports.

Bill ID HI-2026-HB-2609
Session 2026
Status in_committee
Committee EEP, CPC, FIN
House in_committee 2026-02-02
Energy Infrastructure / Utilities
Summary

Defines "portable solar generation device"" and establishes certain requirements for their regulation and use exclusively within units in condominiums organized pursuant to Chapter 514B, HRS. Requires the Public Utilities Commission to establish an online registration system. Clarifies that portable solar generation devices are subject to certain approval procedures for installation in condominiums. Requires reports to the Legislature."

Sponsor
Trish La Chica
Official Source Back to Bills
Actions Timeline
Date Event Detail
0000-00-00 Introduced Bill introduced
2026-02-02 Status in_committee
2026-02-02 Latest Action Referred to EEP, CPC, FIN, referral sheet 6
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