BILL · 2023–24 SESSION

HB 2297: Solar energy systems/schools

Requiring the installation of solar energy systems on new school buildings.

Summary

Creates a requirement that public schools install solar energy systems on buildings with more than 50,000 gross square feet that commence construction on or after June 1, 2027.
Creates an exception process such that installation of a solar energy system is only required if a public school receives a grant from OSPI that covers the actual cost of the solar project.
Creates a related cost-benefit analysis process, administrative processes, and definitions.

From the House Bill Analysis 2024 (HB 2297), written by the Legislature's nonpartisan staff. Read the full report ↗

Did not pass Did not pass · died in committee

AN ACT Relating to requiring the installation of solar energy systems on new school buildings;

No recorded floor votes. This measure never reached a floor vote.

Bill numbers restart every two years, so the same number is a different bill in each session.

HB 2297 (2025–26) Grocery store incentives · Did not pass · stalled on the House floor
HB 2297 (2019–20) Ballot dispute resolution · Did not pass · died in committee
HB 2297 (2017–18) Voter registration period · Did not pass · stalled on the House floor
HB 2297 (2015–16) Surname changes when married · Did not pass · died in committee
HB 2297 (2013–14) Signage as a public facility · Did not pass · stalled on the House floor
HB 2297 (2011–12) Energy efficiency improvemnt · Did not pass · passed House, stalled in Senate
HB 2297 (2009–10) Convention & trade center · Did not pass · died in committee
HB 2297 (2007–08) Insurance surcharge · Did not pass · died in committee