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Senate Bill Reshapes Energy Incentives, Cuts Solar Credits

6/17/2025

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The Senate Finance Committee's budget bill reshapes energy incentives, prioritizing geothermal, hydropower, and nuclear power while hastening the reduction of solar and wind tax credits. The $7,500 electric vehicle tax credit will vanish after 180 days, and biofuel incentives are extended to 2031, albeit with lower credit values.

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Story summary

The Senate Finance Committee's budget bill reshapes energy incentives, prioritizing geothermal, hydropower, and nuclear power while hastening the reduction of solar and wind tax credits. The $7,500 electric vehicle tax credit will vanish after 180 days, and biofuel incentives are extended to 2031, albeit with lower credit values.