02/14/2024

House Bill 197

Lead Sponsors: Representative Jim Hoops and Representative Sharon Ray

Status: 7th Hearing in House Public Utilities Committee (May 22, 2024)

Description: The bill allows for the creation of community solar facilities, generally defined as a single facility that generates electricity via solar energy that is located in Ohio, has at least three subscribers, and has a nameplate capacity of 10 megawatts or less (or 20 megawatts if located on a distressed site).

The bill also creates a pilot program for the use of community solar facilities throughout the state, not to exceed 1,500 megawatts in aggregate capacity.

CCAO Position: No position (as of July 2024)