The Nameplate Capacity Tax Facility Standards Act aims to create uniform regulations for renewable energy generation facilities and energy storage resources in Nebraska. It introduces definitions for key terms and outlines the responsibilities of political subdivisions regarding permitting, zoning, and building requirements. The bill prohibits local governments from imposing more restrictive regulations than those established in the act, ensuring uniform treatment of all facilities. It also emphasizes the significance of renewable energy development for the state's economic growth and energy security, while detailing specific provisions related to setback requirements, height limitations, decommissioning processes, noise restrictions, and visual impact regulations.

Additionally, the bill amends existing laws to include energy storage resources in definitions and exemptions, clarifying that property used for renewable energy generation will be exempt from property taxes under certain conditions. It revises the nameplate capacity tax structure, establishing new tax rates and conditions for exemptions, and changes the reporting requirements for facility owners. The bill also outlines the distribution of tax revenue from renewable energy facilities, with different allocations based on the permitting date. Overall, the legislation seeks to streamline the regulatory framework for renewable energy projects while ensuring local governments cannot impose additional burdens beyond state standards.

Statutes affected:
Introduced: 13-518, 77-105, 77-202, 77-1359, 77-6201, 77-6202, 77-6203, 77-6204