H.R. 8477In committeeJobs & the economy
Bill would restore clean energy tax credits cut by recent law
Data as of July 11, 2026
HR 8477 would restore and extend several clean energy tax breaks that a recent law reduced or ended.50-second read · 4 questions answered below
Decoded
What does this do?
This bill would undo changes made by a recent law to clean energy tax breaks. It would bring back a deduction for energy-efficient commercial buildings, extend a tax credit for builders of energy-efficient homes through 2032, give companies more time to qualify for a clean hydrogen production credit, and restore clean electricity production and investment credits. The bill also sets a specific emissions milestone that must be reached before the clean electricity production credit can begin to phase out.
Who does it affect?
Commercial property owners, homebuilders, energy companies, and investors in clean hydrogen and electricity projects would be directly affected. These groups would have access to restored or extended tax incentives under the bill.
Why does it matter?
Without this bill, the tax breaks reduced or ended by the recent law would remain unavailable or would expire sooner. With it, eligible businesses and investors would face a different tax landscape when making decisions about energy-related construction and projects.
Where does it stand?
- Introduced
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- House vote
- Senate
- President's desk
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Official title
To amend the Internal Revenue Code of 1986 to reverse certain energy-related modifications enacted by Public Law 119-21.
- Introduced:
- April 23, 2026
- Latest action:
- April 23, 2026
Referred to the House Committee on Ways and Means.
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