Identical to H 171, filed 2/22/17.

Amends GS 105-275(45) to exclude from property taxation 60% (was, 80%) of the appraised value of a solar electric system, as defined by the statute to mean all equipment used directly and exclusively for the conversion of solar energy to electricity. Effective July 1, 2017, and applies to taxes imposed for taxable years beginning on or after that date.