Plug-in solar in Oregon
Bill failed or died Checked November 10, 2026
Oregon House Bill 4080 would have allowed plug-in solar devices up to 1,200 watts and limited landlord and HOA bans. It stayed in the House Climate, Energy and Environment Committee and died when the short 2026 session ended.
Bills
| Bill | Stage | Last action | Dates |
|---|---|---|---|
| HB 4080 Relating to portable solar photovoltaic energy devices; prescribing an effective date | Died in committee | Current location: In House Committee On Climate, Energy, and Environment |
The rules
Oregon has no enacted plug-in solar law. There are no state rules to list; your utility's interconnection rules apply.
What's next
A new bill would be needed in the 2027 long session.
What could it save?
For an 800 W panel kit at Oregon's average residential price of 15.53¢/kWh (September 2025 – August 2026 (12 months)):
- Ideal tilt (20°, south)
- 959 kWh a year: about $103 typical (69% used at home), up to $149 best case (100%)
- Vertical railing (90°, south)
- 614 kWh a year: about $66 typical (69% used at home), up to $95 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 Salem (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 Oregon?
Oregon 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
- California: Law passed, not yet in effect
- Idaho: Bill failed or died
- Nevada: No bill found
- Washington: Bill failed or died
Related: is it worth it? · railing vs tilted panels · renters guide · all kits · Certification watch · how we verify
Sources
- Oregon Legislature OLIS: HB 4080 (2026 Regular Session) overview (Legislature bill page; accessed November 10, 2026)
Research note: One tracker (YourSolarPlug, May 2026) wrongly lists Oregon as "Law Passed"; OLIS shows the bill never left committee.
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.