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WV SB893

Bill

Status

Introduced

2/10/2026

Primary Sponsor

Glenn Jeffries

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Origin

Senate

2026 Regular Session

AI Summary

  • Creates a state tax credit equal to 10% of the federal carbon oxide sequestration tax credit (26 U.S.C. § 45Q) for corporations operating biochar manufacturing facilities in West Virginia
  • Limits the credit to no more than 50% of the taxpayer's corporate net income tax liability per year, with unused portions eligible for carryback or carryforward under federal rules
  • Applies to qualified facilities that commence commercial operations after July 1, 2025, with credits claimable for up to 12 years from the facility's in-service date
  • Requires taxpayers to submit documentation including federal tax returns showing the allowed 45Q credit, independent verification of biochar carbon content and permanence, and proof that production occurred in West Virginia
  • Allows pass-through treatment for S corporations, partnerships, and LLCs, allocating credits to shareholders, partners, or members in proportion to how profits and losses are distributed

Legislative Description

Providing tax credits for expenditures and activities related to biochar manufacturing

Taxation

Last Action

To Finance

2/24/2026

Committee Referrals

Finance2/24/2026
Economic Development2/10/2026

Full Bill Text

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