House-Passed Budget Bill Sparks Concerns From Clean Energy Industry

Congressional budget bill could kill solar industry in Minnesota just as it was gaining momentum

WASHINGTON — When Marty Morud opened his solar installation business 15 years ago in Minnesota, his customer base included early adopters and climate-conscious believers.

Federal budget bill could collapse solar industry

As Minnesota solar companies were gaining momentum, the congressional budget bill will likely include a provision to sunset tax credits for solar projects. The companies say it could wipe out their market.

One Big Beautiful Bill Act Called a Clean Energy ‘Nightmare Scenario’

The One Big Beautiful Bill Act, passed by the House of Representatives last week, would slow efforts to green the energy system as climate change accelerated

House-passed budget bill sparks concerns from clean energy industry

While the nuclear industry saw some positive changes from a committee-passed version, further updates to the IRA structure prompted concerns from clean energy and sustainable investing groups.

House Passes Budget Legislation

The House this week passed the general appropriations bill for Fiscal Year 2026 as well as more than 50 bills that set spending limits for various agencies and the programs they administer.