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Restrictions on supplying electricity back to the power grid?

Friends and I are researching different methods of alternative electricity production for our homes — namely solar and windmills. I’ve heard that state and/or federal legislation may be in the works to limit the amount of energy you can put back on the grid (and thus lower your power bill). Can anyone provide information on this, preferably with sources?

That really does not make sense to me, it would seem that the government would be encouraging more power on the grid instead of less.
But then that is the government for you.
However to receive Government rebates on solar panel, in most areas you are required to hook up to the grid to receive the rebates.
the questions and answers on this site might help you to understand how it works.

http://www.treehugger.com/files/2006/10/selling_solar_t.php

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