Federal SB4772 prohibits states and local governments from restricting renewable energy services based on energy type or source.
Federal SB4772, known as the Renewable Energy Choice Act, prevents states and local governments from enacting laws or regulations that restrict the connection, modification, or expansion of renewable energy services. The bill defines renewable energy to include wind, solar, energy storage, and geothermal. Prohibited actions include permanent bans, moratoriums longer than six months, height limits below 525 feet, setback requirements over 1,000 feet, sound limits below 50 decibels, and refusal to enter into road use agreements.
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