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Senate panels pass solar self‑certification for small systems, cap set at 250 kW and state indemnified
Summary
Senate committees on March 17 backed amendments to HB1984 to allow expedited self‑certification for solar systems up to 250 kW, adopt DLNR suggestions and add language that indemnifies the state so installers/homeowners assume liability for damages.
Senate committees on March 17 adopted amendments and recommended passage of House Bill 1984, a measure aimed at smoothing renewable energy permitting that includes a self‑certification path for smaller solar projects and a fix for a FEMA flood‑zone obstacle.
Rocky Moll of the Hawaii Solar Energy Association supported the measure and told the committee the bill fixes a FEMA flood‑zone issue that had blocked some rooftop solar projects. Moll urged a cap on self‑certification for larger…
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