The Residential Solar Retailer Regulatory Act introduces Chapter 1806 to the Occupations Code in Texas, establishing a framework for regulating residential solar retail transactions. The bill requires individuals and entities involved in solar retail to register as solar retailers or salespersons, detailing the application process, fee structure, and eligibility criteria. It designates the Texas Commission of Licensing and Regulation and the Texas Department of Licensing and Regulation as the governing bodies responsible for enforcing these regulations, including the authority to adopt necessary rules and set fees. The legislation also outlines civil and administrative penalties for violations, mandates educational materials for consumer rights, and clarifies exemptions for certain contractors and solar systems.

Additionally, the bill emphasizes compliance with codes of conduct and mandates that solar retailers and salespersons provide registration information upon request. It requires contracts for solar energy systems to include specific details, such as the electrical contractor's name and license number, and grants buyers the right to cancel agreements within five business days without penalty. Prohibited acts include making false statements and failing to disclose required information, with the executive director empowered to deny registration based on past violations. The bill applies only to contracts entered into after its effective date and sets a timeline for the Texas Commission to implement the new regulations, ultimately aiming to enhance consumer protection and promote ethical practices in the solar retail market.

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