HB1290

Relative to customer energy storage.

Introduced·12/1/25
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New Hampshire HB1290 amends the definition of the Department and establishes rules for customer energy storage systems.

New Hampshire HB1290 amends the definition of the Department to mean the department of energy. It also mandates the Department to adopt rules for the installation and use of energy storage systems by utility customers. The Public Utilities Commission is authorized to approve tariffs and issue orders in adjudicated proceedings that align with these rules. The bill ensures that the rules incorporate principles such as net energy metering and existing electrical permit requirements. This act takes effect upon its passage.

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Calendar

Feb 9

11:00 AM

Science, Technology and Energy Executive Session

Feb 3

11:00 AM

Science, Technology and Energy Public Hearing

History

Mar 5

House

Inexpedient to Legislate: Motion Adopted Voice Vote 03/05/2026 House Journal 6 P. 35

Feb 24

House

Executive Session: 02/09/2026 11:00 am GP 229

Feb 24

House

Committee Report: Inexpedient to Legislate 02/09/2026 (Vote 17-0; Consent Calendar) House Calendar 9 P. 27