Arizona Tax Incentives
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Arizona Tax Incentives
Page Contents
- Arizona Assistive Technology Exchange
- Arizona Innovation Accelerator Fund
- Arizona Technology Access Program
- Assistive Technology Loans
- Assistive Technology Reuse
- Business Enterprise Program
- Chamber of Commerce and Industry
- Computer Data Center Program
- Incentives Electronic Application
- Job Training Program
- Microsoft Accessibility Resource Center
- Military Reuse Zone
- Qualified Facility Tax Credit Program
- Quality Jobs Tax Credit
- Research and Development (R&D) Tax Credit
- Self Employment for Entrepreneurs with Disabilities (SEED) Loans for Assistive Technology
- Services for Employers
- Veterans' Services
- Vocational Rehabilitation
- Workforce Connection
Arizona Assistive Technology Exchange
The goal of the Arizona Assistive Technology Exchange hosted by (AZTAP) is to put Assistive Technology (AT), adapted equipment or Durable Medical Equipment that is not currently being used into the hands of someone who can benefit from it.
Arizona Innovation Accelerator Fund
The goal of the Arizona Innovation Accelerator Fund is to stimulate financing of small businesses and manufacturers, while fostering business expansion and job creation in the state of Arizona. It accomplishes this by providing debt financing to rapidly expanding Arizona businesses that need resources in order to capitalize on market opportunities.
Part of business expansion encouraged by this fund could be more employment opportunities for workers with disabilities.
Arizona Innovation Accelerator Funds Program Summary and Guidelines PDF
Arizona Innovation Accelerator Funds Intake Form xls
Arizona Innovation Accelerator Funds Release PDF
Arizona Technology Access Program (AZTAP)
Assistive technology is any device that enables a person with a disability to be more functional. Using the proper technology at work will allow a disabled person to be more productive, and in turn, a better worker. The mission of Arizona Technology Access Program is to promote awareness, access and the acquisition of assistive technology for people with disabilities.
Assistive Technology Loans
The following website have information on affordable loans for people with disabilities to purchase assistive technology. These loans are targeted to people with low to medium incomes or anyone who may not qualify for a loan due to bad credit.
View information on Arizona Loans for Assistive Technology from Northern Arizona University.
Arizona Loan Application Packet PDF
Arizona Loan Application Packet DOC
Arizona Assistive Technology Loan Brochure PDF
Assistive Technology Reuse
The Assistive Technology Reuse website has information on programs for Arizona residents that give direct access to reusable assistive technology. Additionally, these reuse programs create an opportunity for those who need AT to obtain it at a significantly lower or no cost.
Business Enterprise Program
The Business Enterprise Program, in a close partnering relationship with rehabilitation services administration's vocational rehabilitation program, offers legally blind persons the opportunity to become independent entrepreneurs capable of achieving their fullest potential through self-employment.
Chamber of Commerce and Industry
The goal of the Arizona Chamber of Commerce and Industry is to serve as a collective voice for Arizona business at the state legislature and to represent the interests of commerce and industry to enhance Arizona’s economy.
Computer Data Center Program
The objective of the program is to encourage computer data center operation and expansion in Arizona. It accomplishes this by providing Transaction Privilege Tax and Use Tax exemptions at the state, county and local levels, on qualifying purchases of Computer Data Center Equipment.
There could be more employment opportunities at computer data centers as a result of this program, allowing for an increase in jobs for workers with disabilities.
Computer Data Center Program Summary PDF
Computer Data Center Program Rules and Guidelines PDF
Incentives Electronic Application
On this web page, there is an electronic application that businesses and individuals can fill out to apply for any of the Arizona Commerce Authority’s incentives.Job Training Program
The Arizona Job Training Program supports the design and delivery of training plans that meet unique industry standards and challenges. Under the “Net New Hire” portion of the grant program, businesses can apply for grants that return up to 75% of the costs of training net new employees in jobs that meet wage criteria. The “Incumbent Worker” portion of the grant program will allow for training that upgrades the skills of your existing employees. The Incumbent Program can reimburse employers up to a maximum of 50% of allowable training costs.
Employees who receive training can be workers with disabilities who sometimes need a skills upgrade to obtain employment or advance in their careers.
Microsoft Accessibility Resource Center
AzTAP’s has been designated as a Microsoft Accessibility Center. Contact our Phoenix or Flagstaff locations to learn about the accessibility features imbedded into Microsoft operating system software.
Military Reuse Zone
The Military Reuse Zone program offers three types of benefits:
- Transaction Privilege Tax Exemption – Exemption from transaction privilege tax on contracts for certain types of construction at a Military Reuse Zone
- Tax Credits – Arizona income/premium tax credits for up to five years for each net new job created, totaling up to $7,500 per non-dislocated employee and up to $10,000 per dislocated employee
- Property Reclassification – Both real and personal property can be reclassified from class one (20% assessment ratio) to class six (5% assessment ratio), which may result in property tax savings of up to 75% for a period of five years
One of the purposes of this program is to create jobs in Arizona’s military reuse zones. This could positively impact job seekers living in these areas, including those who have disabilities.
Military Reuse Zone Program Summary PDF
Military Reuse Zone Program Guidelines PDF
Qualified Facility Tax Credit Program
The Qualified Facility Tax Credit Program was established to promote the location and expansion of manufacturing facilities, including manufacturing-related research & development or headquarters facilities. The goal of the program is to encourage business investment that will produce high quality employment opportunities for citizens of Arizona and enhance the state’s position as a center for corporate headquarters, commercial research and manufacturing. The program accomplishes this by providing a refundable tax credit to taxpayers who are expanding or locating a Qualified Facility in Arizona.
The expansion generated by this tax provisions could mean more jobs for employees with disabilities.
Qualified Facility Tax Credit Program Summary PDF
Qualified Facility Tax Credit Program Guidelines PDF
Quality Jobs Tax Credit
The primary goal of the Quality Jobs Tax Credit program is to encourage business investment and the creation of high-quality employment opportunities in the state. The program accomplishes this by providing tax credits to employers creating a minimum number of net new quality jobs and making a minimum capital investment in Arizona.
Some of the high-quality jobs generated by this tax credit could be occupied by qualified employees with disabilities.
Quality Jobs Tax Credit Program Rules Guidelines PDF
Quality Jobs Tax Credit Program Summary PDF
Research and Development (R&D) Tax Credit
The Research and Development (R&D) Tax Credit program provides an Arizona income tax credit for increased research and development activities conducted in this state, including research conducted at a state university and funded by the company. The goal of the program is to encourage Arizona businesses to continue investing in research and development activities.
Along with an increase of R&D activities, there may be a growth in employment possibilities for researchers with disabilities.
Research and Development (R&D) Tax Credit Program Rules Guidelines PDF
Research and Development (R&D) Tax Credit Program Summary PDF
Self Employment for Entrepreneurs with Disabilities (SEED) Loans for Assistive Technology
Self Employment for Entrepreneurs with Disabilities (S.E.E.D.) is an alternative financing program designed to assist individuals with disabilities in borrowing money at affordable rates for the purchase of office equipment, furniture, supplies, or assistive technology.
Qualified applicants may be approved to borrow funds in the amounts ranging between $500 and $10,000. Pre-loan support services, flexible repayment terms, below market interest rates, and no prepayment penalties are features of this unique program.
Services for Employers
The Employment Service reviews job skills and experiences of applicants and refers those best qualified candidates to employers with positions to fill.
Veterans' Services
The primary objective of the Veterans Program is to develop and support programs that increase opportunities for veterans to obtain employment and job training in Arizona. Eligible veterans are entitled to receive priority services in job referrals and training by DES staff, as well as other employment-related services.
Vocational Rehabilitation
The Vision for the Vocational Rehabilitation program is persons with disabilities becoming and maintaining economic independence and decreasing or eliminating their need for ongoing government supports through integrated, meaningful, and sustained work.
Workforce Connection
Arizona Workforce Connection is a statewide system of workforce development partners – providing free services to employers who seek access to skilled new hires or existing worker training resources. A business can use the services offered through the Arizona Workforce Connection to hire or retain employees with disabilities.
