2008 House Bill 6238

Revise “anchor” company tax breaks

Introduced in the House

June 12, 2008

Introduced by Rep. Ed Clemente (D-14)

To revise details of the refundable tax credits for “anchor” companies signed into law eight weeks prior to this bill’s introduction. In addition to other revisions, the bill would clarify that only sales made subsequent to and as a result of the new law would be included in the formula by which this lucrative tax credit is calculated. “Refundable” tax credit means that if the credit exceeds the recipient’s tax liability, the state send the company a check for the difference.

Referred to the Committee on New Economy and Quality of Life

Sept. 18, 2008

Reported without amendment

With the recommendation that the substitute (H-1) be adopted and that the bill then pass.

Substitute offered

To replace the previous version of the bill with one that revises details but does not change the substance of the bill as previously described.

The substitute passed by voice vote

Passed in the House 107 to 0 (details)

Received in the Senate

Sept. 23, 2008

Referred to the Committee on Commerce and Tourism

Sept. 24, 2008

Reported without amendment

With the recommendation that the bill pass.