0
0
0
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.
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.
Read the Full Bill
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
1Democrat Sponsors
1Republican Sponsors
0Unaffiliated Sponsors
0Total Number of Cosponsors
28Democrat Cosponsors
28Republican Cosponsors
0Unaffiliated Cosponsors
0Policy Area and Potential Impact of Bill HR 5175
Primary Policy Focus
TaxationAlternate 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
Comments
Sponsors and Cosponsors of HR 5175
Latest Bills
National Defense Authorization Act for Fiscal Year 2026
Bill S 1071December 13, 2025
Enduring Justice for Victims of Trafficking Act
Bill S 2584December 13, 2025
Technical Corrections to the Northwestern New Mexico Rural Water Projects Act, Taos Pueblo Indian Water Rights Settlement Act, and Aamodt Litigation Settlement Act
Bill S 640December 13, 2025
Incentivizing New Ventures and Economic Strength Through Capital Formation Act of 2025
Bill HR 3383December 13, 2025
BOWOW Act of 2025
Bill HR 4638December 13, 2025
Northern Mariana Islands Small Business Access Act
Bill HR 3496December 13, 2025
Wildfire Risk Evaluation Act
Bill HR 3924December 13, 2025
Energy Choice Act
Bill HR 3699December 13, 2025
ESTUARIES Act
Bill HR 3962December 13, 2025
Improving Interagency Coordination for Pipeline Reviews Act
Bill HR 3668December 13, 2025
Inflation Reduction Act of 2022
Bill HR 5376September 5, 2023





