H.R.6981

SHINE Act of 2026 Streamlining Home Installation of New Energies Act of 2026

Introduced·1/8/26
Introduced in House Text

Streamlining Home Installation of New Energies Act of 2026 establishes a voluntary streamlined permitting and inspection process for local.

The Streamlining Home Installation of New Energies Act of 2026, also known as the SHINE Act, aims to facilitate a voluntary streamlined permitting and inspection process for local authorities overseeing distributed energy systems. The Secretary of Energy is tasked with developing an exemplary streamlined permitting process, including an online platform for authorities to use. The bill also establishes a voluntary inspection protocol, investigates remote inspections, and explores sample-based inspections for high-quality installers.

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History

Jan 8

House

Introduced in House

Jan 8

House

Referred to the House Committee on Energy and Commerce.