2008 House Bill 6179

Authorize home energy product tax credits

Introduced in the House

May 22, 2008

Introduced by Rep. Steve Bieda (D-25)

To authorize income tax credits of between $25 and $350 for various energy-saving home improvements installed in a taxpayer’s principle residence, such as a new furnace, insulation, installing a heat pump, etc.

Referred to the Committee on Tax Policy

Dec. 3, 2008

Reported without amendment

With the recommendation that the substitute (H-2) be adopted and that the bill then pass.

Dec. 4, 2008

Substitute offered

To replace the previous version of the bill with one that does not provide tax breaks for certain efficiency purchases, but instead provides larger ones for certain home purchases and renovations.

The substitute passed by voice vote

Passed in the House 104 to 0 (details)

To authorize income tax credits of up to $5,000 for the purchase of a newly constructed "green residential structure" (as defined by special interest organizations), and up to $2,000 for a "green" renovation or addition to an existing owner-occupied residence. The credits would not be refundable but unused portions could be carried forward to use against future tax liabilities.

Received in the Senate

Dec. 10, 2008

Referred to the Committee on Finance