Senate panel advances consumer-protection bill for residential solar sales

Feb 23, 2026

HB 4,029 A, which would require licensed sales agents, a plain-language disclosure form and clearer contract elements for residential solar, was moved to the Senate floor after testimony from contractors, industry groups and consumer advocates about deceptive sales and predatory lending.

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The Senate Energy and Environment Committee on Feb. 23 advanced House Bill 4,029 A to the Senate floor with a due-pass recommendation after hours of testimony from industry representatives, consumer-advocacy groups and the Oregon Department of Energy.

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