Congress·In Committee·H.R. 9746

Biomass Facility Construction Act

Biomass Energy Tax Credits

Jul 16·View on Congress.gov·Read full text

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This bill was introduced by a single representative and has not yet gained broad support. Most tax bills like this require a larger group of sponsors to move through the committee process.

Key Points

This bill creates new tax breaks for companies that build and run biomass power plants. Biomass energy comes from burning organic materials like wood waste, plants, or animal manure to create electricity.
Companies could get a 30 percent tax credit on the money they spend to build these facilities. This makes it much cheaper for businesses to start new renewable energy projects.
The plan also offers ongoing tax credits based on how much electricity the plant actually produces. This encourages these facilities to stay active and efficient over time.
The goal is to boost renewable energy production and help manage waste materials. By making biomass more profitable, the bill aims to create jobs in the energy sector and reduce reliance on fossil fuels.

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Milestones

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Jul 16, 2026House

Referred to the House Committee on Ways and Means.

Jul 16, 2026

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Source Information

Document Type

Congressional Bill

Official Title

Biomass Facility Construction Act

Bill NumberHR 9746

Congress119th Congress

ChamberHouse of Representatives

Latest ActionReferred to the House Committee on Ways and Means.

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