CT SB00451

Establishes a working group to examine the property tax exemption for Class I solar photovoltaic renewable energy systems under Connecticut General Statutes section 12-81, subdivision (57).

Working group shall analyze how solar photovoltaic systems are sited in municipalities, identify customers or end users of electricity generated by such systems, and examine other relevant matters.

Membership includes chairpersons of joint standing committees with cognizance over energy and technology, municipal matters, and finance, revenue and bonding, plus municipal tax assessors and other relevant individuals.

Finance, revenue and bonding committee chairpersons shall lead the working group and schedule the first meeting within 60 days of the effective date.

Working group must submit findings and recommendations by January 1, 2025, and shall terminate on that date or when the report is submitted, whichever is later.