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					TX | 
				
				
					| Incentive Type: | 
					Income/Franchise Tax Incentives and Credits | 
				
				
					| Incentive Title: | 
					Investment Credits | 
				
				
					| Description: | 
					INVESTMENT CREDIT:  Corporations that invest at least $500,000 in machinery and equipment can qualify for a franchise tax credit equal to 7.5 percent.  The investment must be located in strategic investment area (SIA) counties and in the industries listed for the job creation credit. This credit is limited to 50 percent of the firm's tax liability, and any unclaimed credits may be carried forward for a maximum of five years or until December 31, 2012, whichever occurs first.  As of January 1, 2008 these credits will expire under Texas House Bill 3.
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					| Eligibility Requirements: | 
					Must be a qualifying industry, must be located in the qualifying county. | 
				
				
					| Geographic Restrictions: | 
					SIA designated counties statewide | 
				
				
					| Granting Authority: | 
					State of Texas | 
				
				
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