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The Businesses Grow Bill
California tax credits could help big businesses grow
Personal Income Tax Law: Corporation Tax Law: credits: CalCompetes.
Mixed: some good, some bad ·
This bill would extend tax credits for businesses in California, which could help them hire more workers and invest more money.
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If this bill passes, big businesses might get more help from tax credits. This could mean more jobs, but it is important to make sure everyday people benefit too. Now is the time to speak up about it.
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The facts
What the bill actually says, no spin.
- The bill would extend the California Competes Tax Credit until 2035.
- Businesses in strategic industries could get refundable tax credits.
- Credits are based on job creation, investment, and other factors.
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