HB 2053-S3 - DIGEST
(DIGEST AS ENACTED)

Provides that, in computing the tax imposed under chapter 82.04 RCW, a credit is allowed for the purchase of an alternative power generation device, and labor and services for the installation of the device, by an eligible person. The credit is equal to the lesser of fifty percent of the cost of the alternative power generation device or twenty-five thousand dollars.

Declares that "alternative power generation device" means a device capable of providing electrical power for gasoline service station pumps during periods when regular electrical power is lost including, but not limited to, portable generators, standby generators, emergency generators, or other power generation devices. "Alternative power generation device" also includes wiring necessary to make the device capable of providing electrical power to the gasoline service station pumps.

Declares that "eligible person" means a person selling motor vehicle or special fuel from a gasoline service station, or other facility, with at least four fuel pumps.

Expires June 30, 2011.

Takes effect July 1, 2008.