Group wants tax incentives for Idaho tech industry – Breaks would aid investment and research

Some of the state’s most influential business executives and university leaders plan to propose a slate of ideas aimed at boosting investment and research in Idaho’s high-tech industries.

The group hopes Idaho lawmakers will endorse tax incentives for people who invest in start-up companies and funding for programs aimed at helping these new companies get on their feet.

Boise State University President Bob Kustra said the ideas could have a "significant impact" in Idaho’s ability to recruit and nurture new businesses.

Gregory Hahn
The Idaho Statesman

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