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MO HB934
Bill
Status
3/28/2013
Primary Sponsor
Courtney Curtis
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AI Summary
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Establishes the "Missouri Science, Technology, Engineering and Mathematics Initiative" within the Department of Higher Education to award matching funds to public institutions of higher education.
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Creates a dedicated "Science, Technology, Engineering and Mathematics Fund" to support endowed teaching professorships, scholarships for STEM students, youth experiential programs, and career enhancement programs for teachers.
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Allows taxpayers hiring STEM-majoring students for qualifying internships to redirect up to $5,000 of their state tax liability to the STEM fund instead of the general revenue fund.
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Requires internships to be located in Missouri, last at least 12 weeks, and consist of at least 15 hours of work per week to qualify for the tax credit.
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Caps the cumulative annual amount of redirected taxes at $50,000 from all participating taxpayers, with third-party donations not counting toward this limit.
Legislative Description
Creates a tax credit for employers who hire students majoring in the fields of science, technology, engineering, or mathematics for internships
Last Action
Referred: Economic Development(H)
5/17/2013