SC PARTNERS LLC for FIRST SOLAR, INC.
What was lobbied
2 issue areas, each in the filer's own words, with who lobbied on it and where.
Natural Resources NAT
Discussion of delays in the environmental permitting process for solar energy projects, and process improvements and developing enhanced wildlife research capability.
| Lobbyist | Covered position, as disclosed |
|---|---|
| KATHERINE CULLEN | — |
| CHARLES SHIPP | — |
Taxation/Internal Revenue Code TAX
Section 48 Investment Tax Credit: discussed how the coming expiration of the credit affects First Solar project development pipeline. Discussed opportunities to modify or extend the credit as part of comprehensive tax reform, or tax extender legislation. Tax Relief Extension Act of 2015 (S. 1946): advocated for an amendment allowing solar energy projects to qualify based on the time construction begins, rather than the date the project is placed in service. Tax Extenders: discussed modifying and/or the section 48 investment tax credit as part of tax extender legislation. Master Limited Partnership Parity (S. 1656, HR 2883): advocating expanding master limited partnerships to include renewable energy projects.
| Lobbyist | Covered position, as disclosed |
|---|---|
| KATHERINE CULLEN | — |
| CHARLES SHIPP | — |
Shown as published by the Senate Office of Public Records and the House Clerk under the Lobbying Disclosure Act. The official filing is the record; open it for the full form.