Plug-in solar in Missouri
Bill failed or died Checked November 10, 2026
Missouri House Bill 2528 was read twice in January 2026 and only referred to the Emerging Issues Committee on May 15, 2026, the last day of the regular session, so it could not advance.
Bills
| Bill | Stage | Last action | Dates |
|---|---|---|---|
| HB 2528 Exempts portable solar generation devices from public service commission regulations | Died when the session ended | Referred: Emerging Issues (H) (May 15, 2026) | Session ended: May 28, 2026 (record) |
Missouri Senate Journal, Seventieth Day, Thursday, May 28, 2026: the Senate adjourned sine die pursuant to the Constitution. HB 2528 was only referred to committee on May 15, the final day for passing bills.
The rules
Missouri has no enacted plug-in solar law. There are no state rules to list; your utility's interconnection rules apply.
What's next
Trackers also list HB 2444; not checked. A new bill would be needed in 2027.
What could it save?
For an 800 W panel kit at Missouri's average residential price of 13.97¢/kWh (September 2025 – August 2026 (12 months)):
- Ideal tilt (20°, south)
- 1,074 kWh a year: about $104 typical (69% used at home), up to $150 best case (100%)
- Vertical railing (90°, south)
- 718 kWh a year: about $69 typical (69% used at home), up to $100 best case (100%)
"Typical" uses HTW Berlin's model for an 800 W system without a battery; exports are assumed to earn nothing. Solar data: NREL PVWatts for Jefferson City (capital). Try your own numbers · Is it worth it? · Railing vs tilted
Price source: EIA residential average, September 2025 – August 2026 (12 months).
Questions
Is plug-in solar legal in Missouri?
Missouri has no plug-in solar law. Without one, small plug-in systems fall under your utility's own interconnection rules. Ask your utility before you connect anything.
Neighbouring states
- Arkansas: No bill found
- Iowa: Bill failed or died
- Illinois: Status not yet confirmed
- Kansas: No bill found
- Kentucky: No bill found
- Nebraska: No bill found
- Oklahoma: Bill failed or died
- Tennessee: No bill found
Related: is it worth it? · railing vs tilted panels · renters guide · all kits · Certification watch · how we verify
Sources
- Missouri House: HB 2528 (2026) bill actions (Legislature bill page; accessed November 10, 2026)
- Missouri Senate Journal, May 28, 2026 (Seventieth Day) (Official legislature record; accessed November 10, 2026)
Research note: Title from the House bill content page.
This page is general information, not legal or electrical advice. Laws change and utilities differ. Check the linked official sources, your lease or HOA rules, and your utility before you buy or install anything. Full disclaimer.