Eliminate Tax Subsidies for Wind and Solar

HB 4684 proposes changes to West Virginia tax law related to renewable energy systems — specifically eliminating certain tax incentives and imposing restrictions on installations by corporations and other non-individual entities.

Sponsors: Chris Anders, Lisa White, Laura Kimble, Larry Kump

ISSUES: Climate, Development

CWV Position: Opposes

Position Statement: In essence, HB 4684 would slow the growth of renewable energy in West Virginia, reduce economic incentives for clean energy developers, and risk locking in reliance on older, higher-emission energy sources — outcomes that conflict with CWV’s mission.

Status: Introduced on 1/21/26; referred to House Energy and Public Works Committee on 1/21/26.