Landmark Bill to Help Families Lower Their Energy Bills One Step Closer to Passing in Colorado
Bill Offers Affordable, Accessible Path to Solar
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
March 26, 2026
Media Contact: Estrella Lozano, Media and Press Associate at Vote Solar, elozano@votesolar.org
Denver, CO– A landmark bill to expand access to affordable, easy-to-install “plug-in solar” systems across the state passed both committees yesterday. The bill, HB26-1007, removes restrictions that block plug-in solar, giving more households a practical way to save on energy bills and take part in the clean energy transition, even for those without a rooftop. The bill will now head to the Senate floor for a vote.
Plug-in solar panels, which fit on a balcony, patio, or porch, provide a low-cost, accessible option for households to reduce electricity costs and reliance on expensive utility power. The legislation, HB26-1007, will remove outdated restrictions preventing plug-in solar use and expand access to solar savings without major public spending or infrastructure upgrades.
“Today marks a major step forward for families across Colorado,” said Vote Solar’s West Regional Director, Chauntille Roberts. “With this bill, families facing rising energy costs will have an option to have more control over energy costs and lower their energy bills.”
Plug-in solar and other emerging policies, such as a bill to implement recommendations to the regulatory Commission (HB26-1326) and a data center accountability bill (SB26-102), are critical to lowering energy bills and expanding access to clean energy solutions. Vote Solar is actively tracking and advocating for these bills to help ensure Colorado advances in the clean energy transition, encouraging more solar and lower energy bills.
“Expanding access to solar is the best way to help families manage rising energy costs, and we are dedicated to advocating for a future where all communities can share in the benefits of solar,” said Roberts. “By making solar more accessible, Colorado is building a fairer, more affordable energy system where the state can lower energy costs, create economic opportunities, and give us cleaner air.”
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Vote Solar is a nonprofit advocacy organization working to advance state-level policies that make solar and clean energy solutions accessible to all. Since 2002, Vote Solar has worked to build a just and equitable energy future by leveraging deep policy expertise, strategic partnerships, and public engagement. In the face of powerful opposition, Vote Solar champions bold solutions that expand clean energy access, drive investment in frontline communities, and accelerate the transition to 100% clean energy.