Plug-in solar in New Jersey
New Jersey S 2368 passed the Senate 38–0 on March 23, 2026, and is now pending before the Assembly Telecommunications and Utilities Committee, with a hearing scheduled for June 4, 2026; no enacted statewide framework is yet in place.
What S 2368 / A 4836 would allow
System size
Up to 1,200W AC
Device must connect through a standard 120-volt AC outlet; electric utilities may not require customer approval, charge fees related to the device, or mandate installation of additional controls or equipment.
No utility approval
Interconnection waived
No application to your utility required. Self-installation with listed equipment is sufficient.
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Where S 2368 / A 4836 stands right now
Introduced
Jan 13, 2026
Committee
Mar 16, 2026
Floor Vote
Mar 23, 2026
Signed
Takes effect
In committee
Assembly companion bill A 4836 was introduced in the New Jersey Assembly and referred to the Assembly Telecommunications and Utilities Committee.
Recent updates
May
4
2026
Assembly companion bill A 4836 was introduced in the New Jersey Assembly and referred to the Assembly Telecommunications and Utilities Committee.
Mar
23
2026
The New Jersey Senate passed S 2368 by a unanimous vote of 38–0 and the bill was transmitted to the Assembly, which referred it to the Assembly Telecommunications and Utilities Committee.
Mar
16
2026
The New Jersey Senate Environment and Energy Committee voted 5–0 to report S 2368 with amendments, advancing it to the full Senate floor.
Jan
13
2026
Senators John F. McKeon and Bob Smith introduced S 2368 in the New Jersey Senate, and it was referred to the Senate Environment and Energy Committee.
What you could save once plug-in solar is legal in New Jersey
Estimate assumes current electricity rates once legislation passes.
Monthly savings
$15
Annual savings
$182
Payback period
~7 yrs
Based on 17.67¢/kWh avg rate · 800W system · 4.3 peak sun hours/day
Products Available in New Jersey
Since plug-in solar isn't yet regulated in New Jersey, your best option for getting started with solar power are these portable power stations. These systems do not connect to your home's wall outlets — instead, you plug your devices directly into the power station.
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