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NC Gov Unveils JobsNOW Legislative Package
Gov. Bev Perdue last week announced a number of proposals designed to grow the state's economy and create jobs by focusing on the small business sector. The JobsNOW Small Business Assistance Package involves three areas of assistance, including tax incentives, statewide support for small businesses, and expanding the N.C. business preference to help small businesses compete for state contracts. Proposals include tax credits for investors in innovative startup companies, expanding the cap from $7.5 million to $10 million on the qualified business venture tax credit, and providing a matching state grant to help North Carolina businesses compete for SBIR funding. Gov. Purdue also is expected to recommend adjustments to the biennial budget next week. Read the press release.