Alabama · 2026 Regular Session · Bill
HB 617: Solar power facilities; new facilities prohibited for one year
In committee Official data
- Introduced
- In committee
- Passed one chamber
- Passed both chambers
- Enacted
Last official action: ·Record last updated:
Plain-language summary
HB 617 is a bill introduced in the Alabama House on March 12, 2026. According to its official title, it concerns: Solar power facilities; new facilities prohibited for one year. Primary sponsor: Matt Simpson (Republican). Most recent recorded action (April 1, 2026): Reported Out of Committee House of Origin (Transportation, Utilities and Infrastructure).
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Official summary
Abstract published by the legislature (via Open States). Text as published by the legislature; reproduced verbatim.
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Sponsors
Sponsors by party (alphabetical): Republican 1
| Name | Role | Party | Chamber | District |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Matt Simpson | Primary sponsor | Republican | House | 96 |
“Support” is shown only as formal sponsorship recorded by the legislature. Roll-call votes are available on the official bill page.
Recent official actions
- Reported Out of Committee House of Origin (Transportation, Utilities and Infrastructure)
- Read for the Second Time and placed on the Calendar (Transportation, Utilities and Infrastructure)
- Read for the first time and referred to the House Committee on Transportation, Utilities and Infrastructure
- Pending Committee Action in House of Origin (Transportation, Utilities and Infrastructure)