US Federal 2025-2026 Regular Session

US Federal House Bill HB536

Introduced
1/16/25  

Caption

Agricultural Environmental Stewardship Act of 2025This bill extends for one year the energy investment tax credit for qualified biogas property (property that converts biomass into methane and captures the gas for sale or productive use).Under the bill, the energy investment tax credit (as part of the general business tax credit) is allowed for investments in qualified biogas property for which construction begins on or before December 31, 2025. (Under current law, to qualify for the tax credit, construction of qualified biogas property must begin on or before December 31, 2024.)

Impact

If enacted, HB 536 would significantly impact energy regulations related to biogas production, effectively supporting sustainability initiatives within the agricultural sector. Through the extension of the energy credit, the bill is likely to bolster the financial feasibility of biogas projects, which can provide farmers with an additional revenue stream and contribute to reducing greenhouse gas emissions. Such incentives align with broader governmental goals of transitioning towards cleaner energy sources while simultaneously supporting agricultural innovations.

Summary

House Bill 536, officially titled the ‘Agricultural Environmental Stewardship Act of 2025,’ aims to amend the Internal Revenue Code by extending the energy credit for qualified biogas property. This bill seeks to incentivize the development and construction of facilities that generate biogas, which is considered a renewable energy source. By extending the energy credit deadline from December 31, 2024, to December 31, 2025, the bill encourages investment in biogas facilities and reinforces the government’s commitment to promoting environmentally-friendly agricultural practices.

Contention

While the bill aims to promote renewable energy and sustainable farming practices, it may face scrutiny and debate about the potential impacts on federal revenues and the prioritization of agricultural funding. Some lawmakers may question whether extending such tax credits serves the greater public good or disproportionately advantages certain agricultural entities. Furthermore, there may be discussions regarding how these credits will be monitored and if they lead to tangible environmental benefits, thus sparking various points of contention in legislative sessions.

Congress_id

119-HR-536

Policy_area

Taxation

Introduced_date

2025-01-16

Companion Bills

No companion bills found.

Previously Filed As

US HB616

This bill increases the limit on the energy efficient home improvement tax credit to $4,000 (from $2,000) for the cost of an electric or natural gas heat pump, an electric or natural gas heat pump water heater, a biomass stove, or a biomass boiler.Under current law, a taxpayer may claim a nonrefundable tax credit of 30% of the cost, up to $2,000, for an electric or natural gas heat pump, an electric or natural gas heat pump water heater, a biomass stove, or a biomass boiler for a principal residence. (Under current law, taxpayers may also claim a nonrefundable tax credit of 30% of the costs, up to $1,200, for certain other eligible energy-efficient property such that some taxpayers may qualify for a maximum tax credit of $3,200.)

US SB1043

A bill to amend the Internal Revenue Code of 1986 to extend the energy credit for qualified fuel cell property.

US HB549

This bill repeals the business tax credit for clean fuel production beginning in 2025. (Under current law, the business tax credit for clean fuel production is available for the production and sale of qualified transportation fuel between 2025 and 2027.)

US HB214

Income tax; authorize credit for investments in qualified clean-burning motor vehicle fuel property.

US HB119

Income tax; authorize credit for investments in qualified clean-burning motor vehicle fuel property.

US HB312

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US HB4066

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US H8195

Provides a tax credit to a taxpayer that makes a qualified investment in a qualified business.

US S2833

Provides a tax credit to a taxpayer that makes a qualified investment in a qualified business.

US S07592

Provides for an angel investor income tax credit for investments in qualified businesses that exceed $25,000.

Similar Bills

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