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The Companies Thrive Bill
New tax credit could help digital gaming companies thrive
Extends the period during which the empire state digital gaming tax credit may be claimed to 01/01/2032; amends the eligibility criteria for game development companies by changing the yearly timeframe structure, lowering the dollar threshold per production, and removing the in-state cost incurred threshold to accurately fit current digital gaming industry models; allows unused credits to be rolled over to the following tax year.
Mixed: some good, some bad ·
This bill would help digital gaming companies save money on taxes, which could make it easier for them to grow.
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If this bill passes, digital gaming companies could get more tax breaks. This might help them create more jobs, but it could also mean less money for public services.
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The facts
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- Extends the tax credit claim period to 2032
- Lowers the cost needed to qualify for the tax credit
- Allows unused credits to be used in future years
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