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in solar is legal in these 10 states now
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Key Points:
- Ten states, including Utah, have legalized backyard and plug-in solar systems, allowing residents to install easy plug-and-play solar setups that connect directly to standard home outlets.
- About 24 states are actively working on legislation to legalize plug-in solar, with some bills advancing in states like Massachusetts and New York, while others have stalled until future legislative sessions.
- Plug-in solar remains illegal in several states due to electrical code restrictions, safety concerns, and resistance from utility companies that fear revenue losses as consumers generate their own power.
- Legalization typically prevents utility companies from blocking plug-in solar projects but may not override bans imposed by landlords or homeowners associations, which vary by state.
- The main challenge is that traditional home electrical systems are not designed to safely receive power through standard outlets, unlike rooftop solar installations that integrate through circuit breakers and electrical panels.
