2009 House Bill 4521

Exempt windmill foundations from property tax

Introduced in the House

March 10, 2009

Introduced by Rep. Mark Meadows (D-69)

To include a wind energy system’s or windmill’s foundation, easement, right of way and ancillary equipment in the definition of personal property that is exempt from the state property tax on business tools and equipment (“personal property tax”) under an “alternative energy” exemption.

Referred to the Committee on Energy and Technology

March 17, 2009

Reported without amendment

With the recommendation that the substitute (H-1) be adopted and that the bill then pass.

March 18, 2009

Substitute offered

To replace the previous version of the bill with one that revises details but does not change the substance of the bill as previously described.

The substitute passed by voice vote

Passed in the House 109 to 0 (details)

Received in the Senate

March 19, 2009

Referred to the Committee on Finance