BILL · 2005–06 SESSION · LATEST VERSION SSB 5659

SB 5659: Renewable energy tax credits

Authorizing renewable energy tax credits.

Summary

Beginning July 1, 2007, a light and power business may take a credit against the public utility tax for the purchase of or the generation of a renewable resource for distribution and sale in Washington.

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Did not pass Did not pass · died in committee

AN ACT Relating to renewable energy tax credits;

No recorded floor votes. This measure never reached a floor vote.

Jan 9, 2006By resolution, reintroduced and retained in present status. (SSB 5659)
Jan 9, 2006By resolution, reintroduced and retained in present status.
Feb 23, 2005Referred to Ways & Means. (SSB 5659)
Feb 23, 2005And refer to Ways & Means. (SSB 5659)
Feb 23, 2005WEE - Majority; 1st substitute bill be substituted, do pass. (SSB 5659)
Feb 23, 2005WEE - Majority; 1st substitute bill be substituted, do pass.
Feb 23, 2005And refer to Ways & Means.
Feb 23, 2005Referred to Ways & Means.
Feb 1, 2005First reading, referred to Water, Energy & Environment.

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