SHINE Act of 2023

HR 5997, the SHINE Act of 2023, creates a voluntary program to streamline local permitting for residential energy systems like rooftop solar, home battery storage, electric vehicle chargers, and hydrogen vehicle refueling. The bill directs the Department of Energy to develop an online permitting platform and provide technical assistance to local governments, aiming to standardize and expedite approval processes for these systems. It establishes a certification program for local governments that adopt the streamlined process and offers prizes to encourage participation. The legislation authorizes $20 million annually (2024-2027) to fund the program's implementation, directly affecting homeowners installing qualifying energy systems and local permitting authorities.