HB1741 Relative to the enrollment and use of distributed energy resource aggregations by electric utilities.
Relative to the enrollment and use of distributed energy resource aggregations by electric utilities.
Impact Score — How Does This Bill Affect You?
Overall Impact Score
Mixed
Scale: 1 (harmful) to 10 (beneficial)
Your Wallet
Aggregating distributed energy could reduce peak demand costs and lower electricity rates for all ratepayers.
Your Community
Better utilization of distributed energy resources improves grid reliability and supports clean energy growth.
Your Freedom
Enables homeowners to earn value from their energy resources, though involves utility coordination with private assets.
Status
Lay HB1741 on Table (Rep. Vose): Motion Adopted Voice Vote 02/19/2026 House Journal 5 P. 103
Sponsor
Tony Caplan (D)
The Short Version
Would allow electric utilities to aggregate distributed energy resources (like home solar and batteries) for grid management, potentially improving grid efficiency and lowering costs. Tabled by voice vote.
Who's Behind This Bill?
Who Benefits
- ▲ Homeowners with solar/battery systems
- ▲ All ratepayers through lower peak costs
- ▲ Grid reliability
Who Pays the Price
- ▼ Traditional power generators
- ▼ Utilities needing new aggregation infrastructure
Bill statuses as of May 2026. Check LegiScan or NH General Court for the latest.
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