Larger utilities spoke against the bill, while smaller utilities and contractors spoke in favor.

WISCONSIN RAPIDS, Wis. (WFHR / WIRI) – As the Wisconsin Rapids community is divided over a potential new solar power plant, the State Legislature is considering a bill that would allow competitive service providers to build smaller scale solar projects.

Commonly referred to as the Community Solar Bill, Senate Bill 559 would give local governments some control, while expanding energy options.