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The Credit Lower Bill
Gas tax credit rule could lower state revenue
Relating to authorizing the Tax Department to promulgate a legislative rule relating to Downstream Natural Gas Manufacturing Investment Tax Credit.
Bad for everyday people ·
If passed, the bill would let the tax department set rules for a downstream natural gas manufacturing tax credit, cutting the money the state collects.
Our take
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Tax credits mean less money for schools and roads, while gas companies get a financial boost; citizens should watch the bill now before it moves forward.
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The facts
What the bill actually says, no spin.
- The bill authorizes the West Virginia Tax Department to create rules for a downstream natural gas manufacturing investment tax credit.
- It is currently introduced in the West Virginia House and has been referred to the Finance Committee.
- The sponsor is Delegate Doug Smith, a Republican.
- The rule would be filed in the State Register, as required by law.
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