HB 286·AL·house
Taxation; Energy use in broadcast stations, exempt from utility gross receipts and utility service use tax
In CommitteeFiled Jan 20, 2026
Sponsor: Crawford
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Pending Committee Action in House of Origin
Jan 20, 2026
Summary
The bill removes the state’s utility gross receipts tax and utility service use tax on electricity, natural gas, telephone and other connectivity services when they are used by FCC‑licensed radio and TV stations. It applies to any broadcast facilities operating in Alabama. The change is intended to lower tax costs for broadcasters.
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