Governor Chris Christie signs into law legislation to strengthen and encourage the continued growth of New Jersey’s solar industry, while protecting ratepayers from increased costs in Trenton, N.J. on Monday, July 23, 2012. The bill, S-1925, couples an acceleration of the renewable portfolio standard (RPS) for solar energy with a reduction of the solar alternate compliance payments, meeting an important goal of the Governor’s 2011 Energy Master Plan (EMP), strengthening the solar market in New Jersey, and securing the state’s place as a national solar energy leader. (Governor's Office/Tim Larsen)

Business Manager Pat Delle Cava and President Bernie Corrigan were on hand for the signing. Representatives from the IBEW joined Governor Christie in his office after the signing. Pictured Left to Right are : Assemblyman Wayne DeAngelo (IBEW 269), BM Steve Aldrich (IBEW 269), BM Ed Gant (IBEW 351), Assemblyman Joe Egan (BM IBEW 456), Pres. Bernie Corrigan (IBEW 102), Governor Christie, BM Pat Delle Cava (IBEW 102), Senator Don Norcross (IBEW 351), Ian Leonard, BM Guy Peterson (IBEW 400), Senate President Steve Sweeney