SHB 2388 — Concerning the siting of distributed energy generation resources on agricultural lands.

What this bill does

Designates pivot corner facilities as a distributed energy priority. Authorizes counties and cities to allow solar energy production facilities as an accessory use on agricultural land under certain conditions. Provides that agrivoltaic and pivot corner solar energy facilities are deemed, under the Growth Management Act, to assure conservation of agricultural land and to not interfere in the use of the land for the production of food or agricultural products.

From the Washington State Legislature's nonpartisan staff bill analysis. Read the full analysis ↗

Track SHB 2388 on OlympiaTrack

A free account adds a plain-English AI summary, the full hearing and amendment record, who testified, and roll calls by member. Track the subject and get an alert if it comes back next session.

Other bills sponsored by Hall

• HB 2272 — Updating terminology related to ski areas and winter sports activities.
• SHB 2296 — Expanding the use of distributed energy resources.
• 2SHB 2421 — Concerning 6PPD and regrettable 6PPD substitutes in tires.
• EHB 2575 — Reducing certain reporting obligations under environmental or energy laws.