Bills · HR 6981
IN COMMITTEE· 119TH CONGRESS
House BillHR 6981Energy
SHINE Act of 2026
INTRO JAN 8· LAST ACTION JAN 8
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LEGISLATIVE PROGRESS
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WHAT THE BILL DOES
AI-writtenThis bill matters because getting permits for clean energy systems like solar panels can often be a slow and confusing process, which can discourage people from adopting them. By making it simpler and quicker, this law could help more homeowners embrace renewable energy, which might lower their electricity bills and reduce pollution.
If this bill passes, it could speed up the shift to cleaner energy sources nationwide by removing some of the bureaucratic hurdles. If it doesn't pass, the permitting process will likely remain slow and complicated in many areas, potentially slowing down the adoption of home renewable energy projects.
KEY PROVISIONS
5AI-extractedPROVISION 01
Requires the Secretary of Energy to establish a program to develop and support the adoption of a voluntary streamlined permitting and inspection process for qualifying distributed energy systems.
This creates a federal initiative to address common delays and complexities in local permitting for clean energy installations.
PROVISION 02
Develops an exemplary streamlined online permitting platform for local authorities to voluntarily use.
This offers a concrete tool for local governments to standardize and speed up permit applications and approvals.
PROVISION 03
Provides technical assistance, training, and financial aid (including prizes) to local governments to encourage adoption of the new process.
These incentives aim to overcome barriers local governments might face in implementing new systems and encourage widespread participation.
PROVISION 04
Investigates and develops new inspection protocols, including remote inspections and sample-based inspections for trusted installers.
This could significantly reduce inspection times and costs, making the overall installation process more efficient.
PROVISION 05
Authorizes $20 million annually for fiscal years 2027 through 2030 to fund the program.
This provides dedicated funding to ensure the Department of Energy has the resources to carry out the program's activities.
SPONSORSHIP
1 + 3
D· Nevada
YRS IN OFFICE
7
BILLS LED
26
COSPONSOR BREAKDOWNBIPARTISAN · 66%
DEM 1 REP 2 IND 0
ACTION TIMELINE
2 EVENTSJAN 8
Introduced in House
JAN 8
Referred to the House Committee on Energy and Commerce.
BILL INFO
TypeHouse Bill
NumberHR 6981
Congress119th
StatusIn Committee
IntroducedJan 8, 2026
Last actionJan 8, 2026
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IN COMMITTEE· 119TH CONGRESS · ENERGY AND COMMERCE COMMITTEE · INTRODUCED JAN 8, 2026
House BillHR 6981Energy
SHINE Act of 2026
INTRODUCED JAN 8, 2026· LAST ACTION JAN 8, 2026
PASSAGE CHANCES
—%
READING
4 min
COSPONSORS
3
COMPLEXITY
Moderate
