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Telecom Compliance Reference — Updated January 2023

Mini-TCPA State — High Risk

Calling Hours

8:00 AM–9:00 PM

Min Penalty

$25,000

Registration

Required

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Solar Sales Telemarketing Compliance in Oregon

Solar and energy telemarketing compliance in Oregon

Guide last reviewed: January 2025

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Mini-TCPA State — ORS § 646.561 et seq. (Telephone Solicitation)

Oregon imposes stricter consent and calling requirements than federal TCPA.Solar Sales companies operating here face $25,000 per-violation penalties.

Oregon Solar Sales Overview

Oregon's low registration barrier ($50/year) makes compliance accessible for solar companies. The 10-day rescission period is critical — build it into your contract timelines. Accurate savings projections are essential as Oregon DOJ has investigated deceptive solar marketing. Manual cold calling within 9 AM–9 PM to non-DNC numbers is viable.

Penalty/Violation

$25,000

Willful

$25,000

Calling Hours

8:00 AM–9:00 PM

Private Suit

Allowed

Compliance Checklist

✓Register with Oregon DOJ ($50/year, no bond) before telemarketing,Scrub against federal DNC Registry (no separate state list),Calling hours: 9:00 AM – 9:00 PM local time,Identify yourself and company within 30 seconds,Obtain prior express written consent before automated outreach,Written confirmation for any sale over $25,10-day right of rescission for phone-solicited contracts (not 3 days),Do not misrepresent energy savings, tax credits, or utility reductions,Oregon DOJ has investigated solar marketing practices,Maintain records of consent and opt-out requests,One-to-one consent for SMS marketing under FCC 2025 rule

What Gets Companies Sued

✗Top violations for solar in Oregon: (1) Not providing 10-day rescission notice; (2) Misrepresenting energy savings; (3) Not registering with DOJ; (4) Using robocalls without consent; (5) High-pressure closing tactics.

Special Exemptions

EBR exemption for existing solar customers. B2B exemption for commercial installations. Low registration barrier. 10-day rescission is the key state-specific requirement.

Key State Rules

Mini-TCPAYes
RegistrationRequired
Class ActionsNot specified
Consent Requirements→Registration Details→DNC List→

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This is a compliance reference tool, not legal advice. Data compiled from public statutes, LegiScan, CourtListener, state AG offices, and AI-assisted analysis. Verify all information with qualified counsel before relying on it. Full terms & data sources →