Holsman brings deep policy and legislative expertise to help expand community solar access nationwide
WASHINGTON — The Coalition for Community Solar Access (CCSA) is proud to announce the hiring of Jason Holsman as Director of Government Affairs. Holsman joins CCSA after serving as a Commissioner on the Missouri Public Service Commission, where he played a key role in overseeing the state’s regulated electric, natural gas, and water utilities. With an extensive background in energy policy, market regulation, and legislative leadership, Holsman will help drive community solar expansion efforts across the country.
“Jason’s addition to the CCSA team comes at a pivotal moment for our industry,” said Jeff Cramer, President and CEO of CCSA. “With experience as both a state utility commissioner and legislator, he brings a rare, comprehensive perspective on the challenges and opportunities of expanding community solar in states across the country. His expertise in energy markets, policymaking, and regulation will be instrumental in opening new state markets and broadening access to affordable, locally generated clean energy.”
Holsman was appointed to the Missouri Public Service Commission in 2020 by Governor Mike Parson and was unanimously confirmed by the State Senate. During his tenure, he served as Seams Representative on the Organization of MISO States (OMS) for the Midcontinent Independent System Operator (MISO), advocating for more efficient regional energy planning and transmission integration. Holsman was also Chair of the National Association of Regulatory Utility Commissioners (NARUC) International Relations Committee and a member of its Energy Resources and Environment Committee, working on clean energy development and regulatory best practices.
Prior to his appointment to the Commission, Holsman served nearly two terms in the Missouri State Senate and three terms in the Missouri House of Representatives. In the Senate, he held key positions on the Commerce, Consumer Protection, Energy and Environment Committee, the Transportation and Infrastructure Committee, and the Veterans’ Affairs and Health Committee. In the House, he chaired the Committee on Renewable Energy and the Joint Committee on Urban Agriculture, championing policies to promote energy independence, environmental sustainability, and food security.
In his new role at CCSA, Holsman will lead government affairs efforts to expand community solar markets, engage state policymakers, build coalitions, and advance legislative and regulatory policies to make community solar more widely accessible. His focus will include working with conservative coalitions, stakeholders, and policymakers in CCSA’s Tier 2 Markets, including Georgia, Indiana, Louisiana, and Arizona—key states with growing interest in distributed energy solutions.
“Community solar is one of the most effective ways to expand access to clean energy and lower electricity costs for families, businesses, and farmers,” said Holsman. “I’ve spent my career working on policies that strengthen energy markets and benefit consumers, and I’m excited to bring that experience to CCSA. By working alongside legislators, regulators, and stakeholders, we can ensure community solar plays a key role in building a more competitive, resilient, and consumer-friendly energy system.”
Holsman’s addition comes at a time when CCSA is leading major policy efforts in emerging community solar markets nationwide. His expertise in regulatory processes, bipartisan policymaking, and energy market design will help ensure new state programs are structured to maximize affordability, competition, and consumer access.
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