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NJ LegislatureProposedPublished Jan 13, 2026
New Jersey's Plan to Add More Solar Panels and Give the Program Extra Time
Official title: A3969 — Increases solar development goals of SREC-II program and extends certain target dates of program to 2035.
What is this?
This bill increases New Jersey's goals for installing solar panels through a program called SREC-II and pushes back the deadline to 2035. The bill makes the state's solar energy targets bigger and gives the program more time to reach those goals. This is part of New Jersey's effort to use more clean, renewable energy from the sun.
Who does this affect?
- •Homeowners and businesses considering installing solar panels
- •Solar energy companies and installers in New Jersey
- •Utility companies that need to meet renewable energy requirements
- •New Jersey residents who pay electricity bills
What can you do?
1.Look into installing solar panels on your home or business to take advantage of expanded solar programs
2.Contact your state representative to support or provide feedback on the bill
3.Learn more about New Jersey's solar incentives and rebates available through the SREC-II program
Timeline
- January 13, 2026: Bill introduced
- February 12, 2026: Approved by Assembly Committee with changes
- 2035: New target deadline for solar goals
What this means for you
This is part of New Jersey's effort to use more clean, renewable energy from the sun.