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S 2626

Increases the amount of residential solar tax credits

2025 Regular Session Introduced by Joe Addabbo and 17 co-sponsors

Overview: S 2626, a bill that increases the amount of residential solar tax credits, was referred to the Budget and Revenue committee on July 31, 2025.Purpose and Intent: The bill

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Bill Summary · S 2626

Overview: S 2626, a bill that increases the amount of residential solar tax credits, was referred to the Budget and Revenue committee on July 31, 2025.

Purpose and Intent: The bill aims to incentivize the adoption of residential solar energy systems by expanding the available tax credits for homeowners who install solar panels.

Key Provisions:
- Increases the residential solar investment tax credit from the current 26% to 30% of the total system cost
- Extends the tax credit eligibility period through the end of 2028 (up from the current 2024 expiration)
- Allows the tax credit to be claimed for battery storage systems paired with solar installations

Affected Parties and Impacts: The bill would directly benefit homeowners who install solar energy systems by providing them with a larger tax credit to offset the upfront costs. This could lead to increased residential solar adoption and contribute to the nation's renewable energy goals.

Procedural and Timeline Considerations: The bill is currently under review by the Budget and Revenue committee. If approved by the committee and the full Senate, it would then move to the House for further consideration and potential enactment.

Compiled from official sources — confirm details with the bill’s official record.

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