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Incentivizing Solar Deployment Act of 2021

3/9/2023, 5:47 PM

Summary of Bill HR 5175

Bill 117 HR 5175, also known as the Incentivizing Solar Deployment Act of 2021, aims to promote the use of solar energy in the United States by providing financial incentives to individuals and businesses that invest in solar technology. The bill proposes a tax credit for the installation of solar panels on residential and commercial properties, as well as for the purchase of solar energy systems.

The tax credit would cover a percentage of the cost of the solar installation, making it more affordable for consumers to switch to renewable energy sources. The bill also includes provisions for grants and loans to help low-income households and communities access solar energy technology.

Supporters of the bill argue that increasing the use of solar energy will reduce greenhouse gas emissions, create jobs in the renewable energy sector, and decrease reliance on fossil fuels. Critics, however, raise concerns about the cost of implementing the tax credits and the potential impact on the federal budget. Overall, the Incentivizing Solar Deployment Act of 2021 seeks to incentivize the adoption of solar energy technology in the United States in order to promote environmental sustainability and economic growth.

Congressional Summary of HR 5175

Incentivizing Solar Deployment Act of 2021

This bill extends the tax credit for the production of electricity from solar energy.

Current Status of Bill HR 5175

Bill HR 5175 is currently in the status of Bill Introduced since September 3, 2021. Bill HR 5175 was introduced during Congress 117 and was introduced to the House on September 3, 2021.  Bill HR 5175's most recent activity was Referred to the House Committee on Ways and Means. as of September 3, 2021

Bipartisan Support of Bill HR 5175

Total Number of Sponsors
1
Democrat Sponsors
1
Republican Sponsors
0
Unaffiliated Sponsors
0
Total Number of Cosponsors
28
Democrat Cosponsors
28
Republican Cosponsors
0
Unaffiliated Cosponsors
0

Policy Area and Potential Impact of Bill HR 5175

Primary Policy Focus

Taxation

Alternate Title(s) of Bill HR 5175

To amend the Internal Revenue Code of 1986 to extend the production tax credit for electricity produced from solar energy.
Incentivizing Solar Deployment Act of 2021
Incentivizing Solar Deployment Act of 2021

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