New YorkAwaiting signature

New York SUNNY Act (A.9111-C/S.8512C) — one signature away.

1,200W AC output · Wattage limit

The New York State Legislature passed the Solar Up Now NY (SUNNY) Act on June 1, 2026 with bipartisan support. The bill now awaits Governor Hochul's signature. If signed, New York's 19 million renter households gain the legal right to install balcony solar. New York is the eighth state to advance plug-in solar legislation — and the largest market yet. At ConEd's ~$0.21/kWh NYC rate, an 800W system saves ~$145/year, payback under 6 years.

Just passed

New York SUNNY Act (A.9111-C/S.8512C) — passed June 1, 2026. Awaiting Kathy Hochul (D)'s signature. At $0.210/kWh, an 800W system in New York saves ~$218/year.

The law

SUNNY Act (A.9111-C/S.8512C)
passed legislature.

Bill
SUNNY Act (A.9111-C/S.8512C)
Max wattage
1,200W AC output
Governor
Kathy Hochul (D)
Legislative progress — stage 5 of 5
Passed legislature — awaiting signature
Disclaimer
Educational only — not legal advice. Verify with your utility, AHJ, and HOA.
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