Bill > HB286

This bill amends existing Alabama law to exempt the energy use of radio and television broadcast stations, which are licensed by the Federal Communications Commission (FCC), from utility gross receipts and utility service use taxes. This exemption applies to natural gas, electricity, and telephone or other connective services, which are defined to include equipment like transmitters, antennas, studio facilities, and computers necessary for broadcasting operations. The bill also clarifies that this exemption is effective starting September 1, 2026.

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