The Civil War forced it back into the Union, where it has stayed ever since. The various flags that have flown over Texasâthose of Spain, France, Mexico, the Republic of Texas, the United States and the Confederacyâinspired the name of the Six Flags amusement park chain, which originated in Texas in 1961.
Federal Tax Credits. According to the U.S. Department of Energy, homeowners can receive a federal tax credit for certain solar panel systems installed through the end of 2016. The tax credit equals 30 percent of the cost of purchase and installation with no limit.nstall solar panels on your home and you can harvest heat from the sun to create energy. You can also reduce your energy consumption, lower your utility bills and get a tax credit through 2016.
Federal Tax Credit. The federal government offers a tax credit for 30 percent of the cost to install your system, with no cap. To claim the credit, fill out Residential Energy Credit Form 5695 when you complete your Federal income tax return. There is no other application material, though you should keep documentation of your projectâs cost and proof of payment for your records.