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Tax Credits for Distributed Wind Energy: Incentives up to 30%

The bill amends the Internal Revenue Code to apply an energy tax credit (up to 30%) to 'qualified distributed wind energy property.' This replaces the term 'small wind energy property' and applies to projects with a capacity not exceeding 10 MW. The credit targets wind turbines used for on-site consumption or shared-ownership programs.
Key points
A 30% tax credit is established for installing wind turbines up to 10 MW if construction begins before January 1, 2028.
The credit applies to systems installed on properties where the annual energy consumption is at least 50% of the energy produced by the wind property, or part of a shared program.
The definition of 'small wind energy' is replaced with 'distributed wind energy,' modifying the scope of projects eligible for tax relief.
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Status: Expired
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Additional Information
Print number: 117_HR_1484
Sponsor: Rep. Blumenauer, Earl [D-OR-3]
Process start date: 2021-03-02
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OFFICIAL LEGAL TITLE

Rural Wind Energy Modernization and Extension Act of 2021

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What is the official ID of this bill?

The official print number for this legislation is 117_HR_1484.

Which chamber initiated this legislation?

This legislation was initiated in the House of Representatives.

When did the legislative process begin?

The process officially started on 2021-03-02.

What are the main provisions?

Key points include:

  • A 30% tax credit is established for installing wind turbines up to 10 MW if construction begins before January 1, 2028.
  • The credit applies to systems installed on properties where the annual energy consumption is at least 50% of the energy produced by the wind property, or part of a shared program.
  • The definition of 'small wind energy' is replaced with 'distributed wind energy,' modifying the scope of projects eligible for tax relief.
What is the specific legal status?

The current status is Expired.

Where can I read the full text of this legislation?

The full official text is available at: View full text

Who is the primary sponsor?

The primary sponsor is Rep. Blumenauer, Earl [D-OR-3].

What is the latest detailed status?

The latest detailed status is: Referred to the House Committee on Ways and Means.

Is this summary verified?

Yes. This content was analyzed by AI and verified by the Lustra Judge System on 2026-01-02.

What is the impact of this bill?

We don't know—that is up to you to decide. Summarizing raw data with AI is fundamentally different from predicting socio-economic outcomes. As of 2026, we believe impact assessment strictly requires a human in the loop to verify and judge.

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