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The Grocery Stores Bill
Tax credit aims to bring grocery stores to food deserts
Relating to a franchise tax credit for entities that establish a grocery store or healthy corner store in a food desert.
Good for everyday people ·
If passed, businesses that open grocery or healthy corner stores in food deserts could get a tax credit, lowering their taxes and encouraging more stores for local shoppers.
Our take
What we think, in plain words.
Support the bill to help neighborhoods get fresh food, but watch the tax credit cost that could reduce state funds for other services. The credit helps stores open, but taxpayers may pay the price.
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The facts
What the bill actually says, no spin.
- A tax credit of 5% of qualifying building costs is offered.
- Stores must open after Jan 1 2026 in a designated food desert.
- Stores must accept WIC and SNAP benefits within 90 days of opening.
- Stores must stay open year‑round.
- The credit does not apply to inventory purchases.
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