The Nevada Solar Association today celebrated the successful passage and signing of Senate Bills 379 and 440, two landmark measures that will establish clearer standards, expand homeowner rights and strengthen consumer protections for rooftop solar customers statewide.
“These bills represent years of work to raise the bar for transparency, accountability and fairness in Nevada’s solar market,” said Steve Hamile, chair of the Nevada Solar Association. “We thank the Legislature and Governor for recognizing the importance of protecting homeowners while expanding access to clean energy.”
SB379, sponsored by Senator Fabian Doñate, adds new protections for consumers financing solar systems, including:
- Mandatory oversight by financiers to ensure proper licensing of solar installer
- Stronger disclosures for loans, leases, and power purchase agreements
- Expanded cancellation windows, especially for seniors
- Restrictions on deceptive marketing and premature payment collection
SB440, led by the Senate Commerce and Labor Committee, ensures fair access for homeowners in HOAs and improves net metering and installation timelines. The bill:
- Requires HOAs to process rooftop solar requests within 15 to 35 days
- Clarifies contract rights and limits unnecessary restrictions
- Strengthens public utility response timelines for net metering
News item from the Nevada Solar Association
