Solar Energy on Road Shoulders Pilot Program
Official: A 2403 — Establishes pilot program for solar energy generation on roadside rights-of-way.
Reading: The bill creates a new solar energy generation pilot program on publicly owned or managed roadside property, expanding renewable energy infrastructure.
The bill was introduced in January 2026 and is being reviewed by the Assembly committee on telecommunications and utilities.
In clear language
New Jersey is creating a test program to install solar panels on the land alongside highways and roads. This would generate clean electricity from areas that aren't currently used for much else. The bill is still being debated in the state legislature.
How does this affect you?
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Who does this affect?
- Homeowners and businesses that could benefit from cheaper solar-generated electricity
- Road maintenance departments that manage highway rights-of-way
- Solar energy companies looking to expand where they can build projects
- New Jersey residents who use electricity from the state's grid
What can you do?
- Contact your state representative to support or oppose the bill as it moves through the legislature
- Monitor for announcements about where the pilot program will be located once it's approved
- Learn more about solar energy benefits and reach out to your utility about clean energy options
Timeline
- 2026-06-04: Bill reported from Assembly Committee as a Substitute, advancing to 2nd Reading
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