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Summary of Proposed Rule Changes and Request for Comments and Information

Posted in: Residential Solar Retailers

The Texas Department of Licensing and Regulation proposes new rules at 16 TAC, Chapter 71, Residential Solar Retailers. The Department requests comments on the proposed rule changes and information related to the cost, benefit, or effect of the proposed rule changes, including any applicable data, research, or analysis. What are the proposed rule changes? The… Read More about Summary of Proposed Rule Changes and Request for Comments and Information

TDLR Seeking Residential Solar Retailers Stakeholder Work Group Members

Posted in: Residential Solar Retailers

The Texas Department of Licensing and Regulation (TDLR) is currently seeking applicants to serve on the Residential Solar Retailers Stakeholder Work Group. The stakeholder work group will be composed of residential/commercial sales retailers, utility representatives, an electrical contractor and three consumer representatives. Four ex-officio member positions representing several state agencies will be appointed by TDLRโ€™s… Read More about TDLR Seeking Residential Solar Retailers Stakeholder Work Group Members

Residential Solar Retail Sales Now Regulated By TDLR

Posted in: Electricians, Residential Solar Retailers

During the 2025 regular legislative session, Texas enacted the Residential Solar Retailer Regulatory Act (RSRRA), found in Occupations Code, Chapter 1806.  Under the RSRRA, Texas Department of Licensing and Regulation (TDLR) has authority to regulate certain aspects of the sale and lease of residential solar energy systems, including most solar panels and solar shingles.  Exemptions… Read More about Residential Solar Retail Sales Now Regulated By TDLR