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• Introduced by Rep. Paul Opsommer (R) on August 21, 2007, to make “integrated gasification combined cycle plants” eligible for renaissance zone status. This refers to a facility that produces “synthesis gas from low or negative-value carbon-based feedstocks, including, but not limited to, coal and petroleum coke.” Firms in “renaissance zones” are exempt from all state and local taxes.
  • Referred to the House Energy and Technology Committee on August 21, 2007.