Rural counties often receive fewer infrastructure investments.
Needs are higher, not lower.

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Committee approves doubling annual cap for historic rehabilitation tax credit with drafting fixes The committee voted to pass HB 376 as amended, increasing the historic rehabilitation tax credit annual cap from $30 million to $60 million with targeted rural incentives and adopting Department of Revenue drafting changes (replace 'issued' with 'approved' and clarify effective dates).

Georgia is set to double its historic rehabilitation tax credit cap to $60 million, aiming to revitalize downtowns and boost rural investments!

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Consultants urge Klamath County to map eligible tracts for OZ 2 nominations Consultants from Healthy Sustainable Communities briefed the Klamath County Board of Commissioners on Opportunity Zones 2.0, advising the county to inventory 12 eligible census tracts, coordinate nominations with Business Oregon and municipal partners, and plan projects that show a pathway to development.

Klamath County has a golden opportunity to unlock federal investment through the new Opportunity Zones program, but only a quarter of eligible tracts will make the cut—will your area be ready?

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Consultants urge Harney County to prepare fast for Opportunity Zones 2 nominations Consultants from Healthy Stand with Communities briefed the court on the new Opportunity Zones (OZ2) framework, saying OZ2 narrows tract eligibility but boosts rural investor incentives; Harney County likely has two eligible tracts and commissioners authorized staff to pursue nomination preparation and an RFQ to secure technical assistance.

Harney County is on the brink of unlocking major investment opportunities with the revamped Opportunity Zones 2 program, promising bigger tax incentives for rural development!

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Committee hears bill to create angel-investor tax credit for early-stage Missouri companies Representative Sherry Gallick presented House Bill 18 45 to create a capped angel-investor tax credit aimed at keeping early-stage Missouri startups in state; the program would prioritize Missouri-based businesses with revenue under $5 million, include rural/urban credit rates, annual caps, reporting and oversight by the Missouri Technology Corporation and Department of Economic Development.

A new angel-investor tax credit could be the game-changer Missouri startups need, with targeted support for rural and urban businesses alike!

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Missouri agriculture tax-credit package advances to hearing as supporters call for certainty, critics warn against removing sunsets Supporters told the House Agriculture Committee that removing sunsets from a portfolio of agriculture tax credits would give long-term certainty to projects and spur rural investment; some lawmakers and public commenters urged continued oversight and cautioned about transferability language and loss of scheduled review.

A new agriculture tax credit bill in Missouri promises to boost rural investment and job creation, but some lawmakers are raising concerns about the removal of safety nets.

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Committee debate over LB1259 pits economic development proponents against public‑power defenders LB1259 (Grid Modernization Act) would enable behind‑the‑meter generation for very large customers and give the Power Review Board oversight of large‑load contracts; industry proponents said it would attract data centers and rural investment while public power leaders warned it threatens Nebraska's public‑power model and could shift costs to other ratepayers.

Nebraska's Grid Modernization Act is igniting a fierce battle between economic growth advocates and public power defenders—who will come out on top?

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Pennsylvania House Bill 1667 amends tax credit definitions and limits Legislation modifies tax credit definitions and increases funding limits for rural growth programs

Pennsylvania's latest House Bill 1667 is set to supercharge rural growth by redefining tax credits and boosting funding limits!

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Senate approves urban renewal bill enhancing flexibility for Idaho cities and fire districts Legislation updates urban renewal procedures to assist city developments and fire district funding.

Idaho lawmakers are reshaping the future of urban renewal, introducing vital changes that promise to boost economic growth and support essential services across the state.

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Oregon House Committee advances three business bills for economic development Committee endorses House Bills 2,411, 2,351, and 3,049 to support local businesses.

Oregon's House Committee just took a major step towards economic growth by advancing three impactful bills, including a $40 million loan fund for industrial development!

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Checking out my 2nd @brookings.edu event today-focusing on regional commissions and their role in directing investment into distressed areas. This is important that this work continues in 2025. #RuralInvestment
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