Hassan, Shaheen introduce bill to overhaul combat climate change

WASHINGTON D.C. — As part of their efforts to combat climate change and promote the use of renewable energy, Sen. Maggie Hassan, a member of the Senate Finance Committee, and Sen. Jeanne Shaheen, recently joined their colleagues in introducing legislation to overhaul the federal tax code to support an innovative, low-carbon economy. The Clean Energy for America Act would consolidate the current 44 energy incentives into three technology-neutral provisions that encourage clean electricity, clean transportation and energy efficiency.

“By simplifying and streamlining what is currently a very complex assortment of clean energy incentives in the tax code, this legislation will help promote the use of renewable energy, which is vital to combating climate change and supporting job creation,” said Hassan. “I’ll keep working to find innovative ways to invest in cleaner and more efficient energy technology in order to protect our environment and build a stronger, more affordable energy future for our state and country.”